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Olbia – Pak Kebab – Farewell to Corsica, the Curry Desert; Hello to Sardinia, the Oasis

Hector and Marg have just spent six days in Corsica (France) where there are no Curry Houses, not one. The – Yellow Sauce – with – Extra Big Onions – may have been available at – other places. Hector likes … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Al-Anwar – Opening Today!

It’s all change on Glasgow’s Southside once again. Kebabish Grill has re-opened after their near devastating fire. Despite being invited to the Grand Opening, twice, Hector missed both dates. Curry on the Hill has gone, lovely people, great food, but … Continue reading

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Musselburgh – The Staggs – John Cooks More Curry

This month’s visit to Staggs (Musselburgh) was chosen to coincide with Howard’s Birthday. Happy Birthday, Howard. I’m sure you had one around this time last year also. * * John decided to cook – The Company – another Curry, or … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Banana Leaf – No Lamb, No Fish…

Banana Leaf (76B, Old Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow, G3 8RE), closed on a Tuesday, I must remember this. Today is Wednesday, relief. There shall be Curry-Heute. Arriving at 15.30, Banana Leaf was empty, though a couple did come in at my … Continue reading

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Curry-Heute Visits – Glasgow Mela – 2019

Mela – flashed upon a social medium, it was today. With Marg coming back from Aberdoom this afternoon, we arranged to meet up after the Bad Boys’ Club (BBC) and head to Kelvingrove, we were in no haste. My source … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Namak Mandi – Graduation Day

It was time for a break on the third and final day of the Glasgow Real Ale Festival (G-RAF), already, those in the know, were confident that the event had been a success. I thought I would give Bombay Bad … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Karahi Palace – A Midsummer’s Night Seasoned Curry

And so on Day #2 of the Glasgow Real Ale Festival (G-RAF), Hector took his break once again at 18.00. No messing around as in yesterday, it was straight to Karahi Palace (51-53 Nelson Street, Tradeston, Glasgow, G5 8DZ) where … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Chilli Thrill – Chef Khalid keeps his promise

noHector had a cunning plan. Working the three days of the Glasgow Real Ale Festival (G-RAF) presents three Curry opperchancities near to the Briggait. Chef Khalid at Chilli Thrill (35 High St, Glasgow G1 1LX) promised Hector that given a … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Sheerin Palace – Kofta Anda!

Hector does not get to Sheerin Palace (300 Allison St, Govanhill/Crosshill, Glasgow, G42 8HQ) anywhere near often enough. Curryspondent Dr Ed recently mentioned the new ceiling. Curry and a new ceiling, hold me back. Arriving for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner mid-afternoon, I was … Continue reading

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Hector cooks: Aloo Taare Ko & Kofta Burgers

Kofta Burgers? A typical Burger Night at Hector’s House features home-made Beef Burgers with Pan Fried Potatoes. Tonight we had the – Spicy – version. Following my own recipes for Seekh/Kofta Kebab and Aloo Taare Ko, the minimal, extra effort … Continue reading

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