Category Archives: Scotland

Glasgow – Akbar’s – A Solstice Curry

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Hector

On the evening when the – Amateuris Drinkerus – are at their peak, Hector, Dr. Stan, and John found themselves at Akbar’s (573-581 Sauchiehall Street G3 7PQ). The last Friday before xmas, when no sensible chap goes near t’pub, what … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh – Kebab Mahal – Two Weeks Later

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Hector

As I was leaving Kebab Mahal (7 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh EH8 9BH) two weeks ago, Mein Host showed me the – Specialities – section on their Menu. Karahi Ghoust (£10.95) available on-the-bone was enough to have Hector scuttling back. Arriving … Continue reading →

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Kirkintilloch – Jasmine – An Aromatic Indian Restaurant

Posted on December 8, 2018 by Hector

Visits to Kirkintilloch have become regular this year thanks to Quality of Ale now being served at – The Kirky Puffer. With a 14.00 kick-off, Hector studied the opening times of the Kirkintilloch Curry Houses. Jasmine – An Aromatic Indian … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh – Kebab Mahal – More Curry in Edinburgh

Posted on December 6, 2018 by Hector

When Marg and Hector reviewed Zest (15 North St. Andrew St. Edinburgh, EH2 1HJ) last week, Curryspondents – Methi Freak – and – Archie insisted that Kebab Mahal (7 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh EH8 9BH) is a venue that had to … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Ambala Deli Bar – Lahori Chaska Karahi + much more

Posted on December 1, 2018 by Hector

In-laws had announced their plan to stopover at Hector’s House, this resulted in Marg, Kath and Graeme meeting Hector at Glasgow Central on his return from three days of Curry washed down by the occasional Ale in Manchester and Sheffield. … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh – Zest – By Invitation

Posted on November 25, 2018 by Hector

Once again, Hector has been invited by Scott of Hotel PR to review a Curry House in the east of Scotland. This evening it was Zest (15 North St. Andrew St. Edinburgh, EH2 1HJ). More than just a Glasgow Curry … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – Shah’s Kitchen – Saw Delight

Posted on November 24, 2018 by Hector

After the – Poor Curry – served at the once very impressive Cafe Reeshah on Wednesday, Hector was in the mood for something special. Banana Leaf was the intended venue for the Saturday afternoon – Ritual Curry. South Indian Cuisine … Continue reading →

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Glasgow – New Cafe Reeshah – A Tale of Three Disappointments

Posted on November 21, 2018 by Hector

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

Posted on November 13, 2018 by 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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Glasgow – Ambala Deli Bar – New Decor, New-ish Menu, Same Prices

Posted on November 10, 2018 by Hector

Forth Street is always a hive of activity with a place of worship, a Cash&Carry and of course Ambala Deli Bar (11 Forth St., Glasgow, Scotland, G41 2SP). Today I spotted two new businesses which have recently opened, Barfia (really!) … Continue reading →

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