Category Archives: Glasgow’s South Side

Glasgow – Spice Haven – Basharat has moved on

After the sheer blandness of the Euro-Curry not enjoyed yesterday at Bahadur (Berlin), Hector was determined to enjoy the best of Glasgow Curry this weekend. DumPukht Lahori had been pencilled in for tomorrow afternoon. Somewhere in the midst of a … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Bab-e-khyber – It’s All Happening on the Southside

Three weeks ago, Hector visited the recently opened Pir Mahal Cafe on Albert Drive for the first time. Yesterday was Mags’ – Birthday Curry – at New Ghandi. When Marg picked me up later she suggested Curry-Heute with Mother India’s … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Pir Mahal Cafe – Glasgow’s newest Desi Curry Cafe

Pir Mahal Cafe (199 Albert Drive, Glasgow G42 2NB) only showed on the Curry-Heute radar yesterday when a banner was spotted at the junction of Calder Street and Pollokshaws Rd. Pir Mahal is a Desi Curry Cafe of the type … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Kebabish Grill – Probably worth the price

I know that many people in Glasgow’s Asian community hold Kebabish Grill (323–325 Victoria Road, Glasgow, G42 7SA) in the highest regard. Whilst having enjoyed my previous visits, I felt their Curry lacked the – Wow! – factor to have … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Halal Kebab House – If you don’t ask…

When Hector last visited Halal Kebab House (164 Albert Drive, Glasgow, G41 2N6) in November last year, the Curry was truly outstanding. This was down to the Chef who had learned the secrets of Yadgar then went on to present … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Al-Anwar – Curry-Heute : Startlingly Committed!

Hector is back in Blighty which means time for more Glasgow Curry! After three weeks firstly in the Curry Desert that was Corsica, followed by the Curry Wilderness of Sardinia with Berlin tagged on at the end, there had to … 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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Glasgow – Khyber Pass – Different, once again

Driving past Khyber Pass Restaurant (221 St. Andrews Road, Glasgow, G41 1PD) recently, I spotted the venue had expanded into the adjacent unit. Being well over two years since the last visit, it was time to investigate. The Saturday afternoon … Continue reading

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Glasgow – New Cafe Reeshah – A Tale of Three Disappointments

Disappointment #1 News reached Hector a while back that New Anand (76 Nithsdale Rd, Glasgow G41 2AN) had changed hands. Passing last week as I made my way to Halal Kebab House, the lights were on at lunchtime. With Mother … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Halal Kebab House – No Hiding from Hector

I promised to return within Three Years – was my farewell statement to Hassan at Halal Kebab House (164 Albert Drive, Glasgow, G41 2N6), four years ago. Hector had previously met Hassan at an Awards Night in 2012. Hector has … Continue reading

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