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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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Largs – Koh-I-Noor – Not Our Day

Hector and Marg found themselves in Largs for the second time in a fortnight, today for a 40th Wedding Anniversary. Last time was for world famous Ice Cream, this time there had to be Curry-Heute. Knowing there was a choice … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Yadgar Kebab House – New Signage on the Southside

Tuesday has been Lidl Shopping Day with Mother for some years, followed by lunch. Sadly Curry began to have adverse effects on the octogenarian, consequently Hector usually tolerates – other food. But not today! Driving along Calder Street, the newly … Continue reading

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Wroclaw – The Curry of India – Hector’s 50th Curry in Polska, and it’s a Good One!

With an additional three city centre Curry Houses to choose from since my last visit to Wroclaw two years ago, there was hope that one might be decent. The Wroclaw Curry Scene is evidently developing, yet none of the venues … Continue reading

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Wroclaw – Himalaya Restaurant & Bar – Just OK

And so to Wroclaw where to date no outstanding Curry has been found. However, the number of venues has increased, so perhaps people are becoming more aware of Indian Cuisine. Before trying one of the new venues, the decision was … Continue reading

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Poznan – Kwiat Peonii – Chef needs to go on a Curry Course

Kwiat Peonii (plac Wielkopolski 5, 61-745 Poznan, Polska) was not the intended venue this lunchtime. Two new names popped up in a search for Indian Restaurants in Poznan, and both were due to open at 11.30 which was perfect, potentially. … Continue reading

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