Category Archives: Scotland

Glasgow – Akbar’s – Five go Dining

A second visit to Akbar’s (573-581 Sauchiehall Street G3 7PQ) in four weeks? Hector and Marg are becoming regulars. Lord Clive of Crawley is in Scotland. This is Clive’s third evening but only his first Curry, Hector Curry-Heute may be … 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 – Yadgar Kebab House – Anything Can Happen In The Next Half Hour

Hector was flying solo this Saturday afternoon in Glasgow. An impromptu visit to Yadgar Kebab House (148 Calder St, Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP) was decided upon. Normally the Order is placed in advance, however, there are times when curiosity wins, … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Koh-I-Noor – The End of an Era

It is with some sadness, but not surprise, Hector hears that the owners of the Koh-I-Noor (235 North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DL) announced its closure. Three generations have reportedly run the Koh-I-Noor, is this another example of the next generation … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Charcoals Indian Restaurant – Generosity is a Byword

The number of venues open mid afternoon north of the river is limited. After the frustration last week in Belgium, of venues not open as published, Hector decided to return to an old faithful: Charcoals Indian Restaurant (26A Renfield St, … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Yadgar Kebab House – The King of Glasgow Curry Houses

It was time to redress the imbalance in the Curry-Heute tally for Glasgow Curry. Curry at Yadgar Kebab House (148 Calder St, Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP) was long overdue. Such is the richness of the Fayre served at Yadgar, one … Continue reading

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Paisley – Indian Scene – The Best of Paisley?

It was Helen in Paisley who suggested that Hector visit her favourite Curry House – Indian Scene (82 Glasgow Rd, Paisley PA1 3PN). Who better to accompany Hector today than three Paisley stalwarts: Jim, Aileen and Alan? With no full … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Akbar’s – An Excellent Night, but…

A Saturday night – Couple’s Curry – in Glasgow, where better than Akbar’s (573-581 Sauchiehall Street G3 7PQ)? However, it does mean that a fair proportion of – The Bill – is going to be for booze. When Marg and … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Basharat G’z – Visit #3 in Eight Days – Other Curry Houses Are Available

As soon as John heard about the wonder that is the Lamb Desi Karahi as served at Basharat G’z (223-225 Allison Street, Glasgow, G42 8RU), it was a matter of how soon could we go. Dr. Stan and Mags were … Continue reading

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Glasgow – Basharat G’z – ‘Allo ‘Allo! – It is I, Basharat!

Basharat G’z (223-225 Allison Street, Glasgow, G42 8RU) was not originally the scheduled venue for this afternoon. Last month, Curryspondent Helen suggested Indian Scene in Paisley. Hector was due to rendezvous there with Jim and Alan, however, after the outstanding … Continue reading

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