Today was the Day of Ricky’s Ill-fated Brewery Trip to Pracownia Browar Piwa… Five of us went, then we were Three. Meanwhile Mick was underground. A Story best told elsewhere.
Once The Six were re-assembled we marched into Indus Tandoor (ul. Krowoderska 23, 31-000, Kraków, Polska) late afternoon, and were shown into a Small Room on the Right.
Ricky, Our Man from Bradford, and Hector had previously dined at this Curry House. We had been impressed enough to agree that if we were having a Curry on This Trip, it would be at Indus Tandoor. Mick, also from Bradford, and Geoff from L66ds made up the Yorkshire Contingent. Marg and Steve completed the Group of Three Scots. Between us there were many fixed ideas on what makes Quality Curry.
Fortunately, a Well-known and Reliable Curry Blog was able to suggest that the Kadhai Lamb was a good starting point. Geoff, Steve and Hector ordered the Kadhai Lamb, asking for Spicy. Marg followed this lead – Kadhai Fish. Ricky ordered Lamb Spinach (Spicy) whilst Mick brought up the rear with a Mixed Biryani.
Last Visit, the Vegetable Rice impressed, especially with the Cheese content, Hector kept to the Tried and Tested and also ordered a Dal Makhani (Medium) for All to share. Mushroom Pilao for Steve, and Piaza Pilao (Onions) completed the Rice order. Geoff ordered a Naan, and Marg a Garlic Naan.
Who Mentioned Starters?
Ricky judges everywhere by the quality of their Seekh Kebabs and so One was ordered. Steve decided that Soup was required – Our Speciality.
For the record, the Facilities are not actually in this Venue, but across a Corridor, next door. As I returned to the room, Everyone was eating, Strange, I had only recorded Two Starters and Poppadoms. A Complimentary Starter had been provided. A near empty plate sat at My Spot. The Man from Bradford had already scoffed his (mine). A Potato Pancake with accompanying Dip and Salad. A Nice Touch, even though the Pancakes were on the Dry side.
The Seekh Kebab bore a very strong resemblance to a Spicy Polish Sausage. A Complete Failure – was Ricky’s take. I was permitted a Sample – Spicy Polish Sausage. It was not a Seekh Kebab. Note to self – Add the Recipe to the above link.
The Soup was Something Else. From the moment it arrived there was a fuss. Steve had to Sup his Soup whilst it was analysed. Delicious! Creamy, Coriander, Cheese, Onions, Chicken, Ginger – were all identified. Marg managed a Sample. Our Speciality – will be ordered next time.
Miss T
My Curryspondent is currently in India, I don’t know why, there are No Indian Restaurants there… A text came in to the Less than Trusty Samsung whose battery was fading fast after the demands of the Pracownia Browar Trip. Miss T declared – It is my task as Associate Curryspondent to confirm that Lamb on-the-bone –Dry – is standard in India. And that Paneer Dishes are amazing!
Mick, who is also well travelled, followed this spontaneously with – And no Capsicum!
This Man from Bradford said – No! Hector had just ordered Paneer. A Spooky Moment.
The Trusty Samsung then gave up, the Back-up Smart Charger had bent then broken in Hector’s Pocket. If ever there was a Sign that I was not to interrogate the Five as to providing detailed descriptions of their Curry…
The Kadhai Lamb was decidedly Spicy. I’m blown away by Spice – remarked Geoff. It’s my own fault for asking for it Spicy. I’m burning. Well, it did have a Kick, that the Man from L666s would be shocked by Decent Curry, is the attitude of us from Glasgow and Bradford. For Hector the Seasoning was pitched at the right level permitting the other Flavours to come though. Ricky had a Nibble just to confirm this was Decent Curry. Marg, however, had the Best Dish of them all. Excellent! The Kadhai Fish had similarly Sufficient Masala but had the added Bonus of the Fish. This was Truly Impressive and will be the Dish for Hector on his next visit.
The Naans were definitely on the Thin Side but had been well fired, as indeed had the Poppadoms which had flashed past my eyes earlier. The Rice Portions were Large, enough still for Two. The Vegetable Rice is not to be missed. The Cheese added an Additional Texture to the Array, different from the Norm, I nearly managed to eat all of the Rice.
Mick’s Biryani was described as – Hot – more than Once. Ricky did contradict this having sampled the other Spicy Dishes on offer around the table. The Biryani Bowl came my way, it was remarkably full of Flavour. If I recall correctly, the Masala did not come as a separate Pour-on, but was Integral when served.
Of the Lamb Spinach, That were alright – Said the Man from Bradford. I said that last time. Praise indeed.
The Man from Bradford had departed from his usual Chapatti/Roti at my suggestion. Ricky was concerned about Mr. Boyd ever seeing a Photo of him consuming Rice with Curry. That could never happen.
The Dal Makhani was as good as remembered. Thick and Creamy, an Excellent Side, regardless of having ordered a Full Portion. This was duly passed around for the appreciation of those who have yet to become absorbed by this Dish of Distraction (away from Meat).
Ricky restated that he rarely contemplates Curry outside of Glasgow, Bradford and Manchester these days. Indus Tandoor impressed us yet again.
Given the range of Dishes now sampled over Two Visits, this Venue must be added to the list of Hector’s Recommended Curry Houses.
The Bill
375.50 Zl. (£80.00) No Tap Water was available and so Four Pints of Yellow, Fizzy Lager were part of this – Six Diners.
The Aftermath
Mein Host accepted the Calling Card and asked whose Website this was. He then chatted for quite a bit enquiring as to our collective appreciation of Curry. Being from the Punjab, he will know Real Curry.
Marg and Hector return to Krakow in October. Pendragon are performing in Katowice! The dilemma now is whether to accept the Indus Tandoor as – The Place – in Krakow to eat Curry or continue the exploration. Two Venues have yet to be tried. Ganeesh (ul Tomasza) also in the Stare Miasto (Old Town) or across the Vistula River from Kazimierz lies Kinga (ul Zamkova).
Marg and Hector passed within One street of Roti Roti (Weglova 4, 31-063, 
Lamb Bhuna Gosht look to be the most Hector-like Curry, however the Waitress said there was none left. Lamb Vindaloo, Pork was also on offer, was described as being served in a – Red Onion Sauce. There was 
The Curry was presented with the Paratha in Quarters and sat on the Side. This was clearly Very Poor. Peely Wally may not be a known term to the good people of Krakow, but this best describes this piece of Bread masquerading as Indian Food. Too Thin, Undercooked and no sign of it ever having been near a Tandoor.
Hot Chili (ul. Pjarska 9, 31-015, 
Marg would try the Mixed Pakora, a Snack.
Two Dips preceded the arrival of the Pakora. Marg noted Cauliflower, Onion and Mashed Potato as being the Ingredients of the Variety presented. Fresh and Crispy – was her verdict. They looked Decent.
The Lamb was eaten mostly with the supplied spoon and the Masala mopped up with the Paratha. The Flour used in making the Paratha may not have been what is used in the UK. The Potato content was excellent, as good as a Side Dish in its own right.
Surjit emerged from the Kitchen and introduced himself to Marg and myself. He too took a moment to look at Curry-Heute and realised what Hector was about. His Card was given in exchange.
Steve was punctual despite having walked further along Allison Street than ever before. This is The Southside, of Glasgow, Home of Curry..
Yes, this venue sells Pizza, the Locals love Pizza. The array of pre-cooked Dishes was on display under the counter, possibly more than on display in 
The Week of Curry Excess Continues, this evening was scheduled to be The Climax. Alan last set foot in 
The Rendezvous Time was 19.15. Ayaz had been informed last Friday that we would be Two, eating the Full Half Kilo. Alan arrived First and was shown to One of Three Downstairs Tables. The Modest Salad and Raita were immediately forthcoming. Where was Hector? Where were the Tomatoes?
Ayaz brought a Single Large Karahi and placed it before me, this was definitely The Business. Another flowed seconds later along with Two Large Chapattis. And Their off…
The Array of Bones revealed the Source of the Lamb, Chops, Ribs, Wherever. One can only eat a Half Kilo because the Bone Content is Significant, a Welcome Pile of Bones forms on the adjacent plate. Reaching the Halfway point and sees what is left, then the merits of this amount comes into its own. The only thing better than Quality Curry is more!
A Freshly made Third Chapatti was brought just before the End Game. One to share being quite enough. One does not wish to Over-indulge.
Alan later showed off his forearm. Sympathy.
Curry was in the Diary for this evening. Danny Singh is taking over an Upstairs Curry House in Victoria Rd, Glasgow’s South Side. This will Complement his existing Takeaway, alas the Grand Opening has been postponed until later this month. When Robin suggested a German Bier at the Allison Arms this afternoon, Hector was soon heading South, but to where?
The
The Cauliflower was the First bit sampled, – Gosh! I write often about the Seasoning, again this was exactly as it should be. Marvellous Flavours from the Simple Masala. The Lamb Portion was on the Small side and the Masala relativity Thin, but Thicker than the Shorva Curry I have eaten here in previous visits. Lesser Pieces of Chicken on-the-bone sat in the Rice. These proved my point about Chicken yet again. If one wishes Spicy Chicken go to Nando’s.
Curry-Heute is Four Years Old – Heute!
Rajah, a Basement Restaurant, is open all day. This was also crucial in the selection process. On entering Marg and Hector were greeted by a Waiter resplendent in Traditional Steward’s Jacket. We were shown to a table, another Couple were just finishing their Curry. One would expect Tuesday Lunchtimes to be quiet.
Two Good Sized Onion Bhajis started off the Meal. These were Very Fresh and Crispy. Marg helped herself – I enjoyed it too.
Great Value, a Competent Curry, better than expected.
Since I spotted the existence of Natural Spice I was intrigued. Stopping off halfway down Loch Ness to do – the Tourist Thing, Curry for Lunch was the plan.
Alas, the Natural Spice is no more. A Takeaway is all that remains and no sign of Curry. The offer of Pizza was declined.
A 1960s Pub, The Parkway Inn appeared to be the building for which there was a car park. Again, I spotted the Logo on a window in a newer adjacent building. A Curry House!
Poppadoms only was what Marg had in mind. That would change. Meanwhile, these and the Dips were provided.
The Vegetable Rice was a Joy. Containing Diced Carrots, Peas, Onion, Spring Onion, Green Chillies and Green Beans there was a Variety of Textures, whilst the Rice itself soaked up the Soupy Masala. The Varying Textures went some way towards providing the Gritty Texture that the famous 
The Week of Curry Excess continues. Hector and Marg find themselves in Aberdeen, aka The Ale Desert. Curry is my only pleasure. This evening we collected Sandy and Dr. Tracey from their their Ever-expanding Palace and headed off once more into the Aberdeenshire Hinterland. Kenny, taking time off from a busy schedule of TV News Interviews and his Dear Lady – Miss X – who does not tolerate Social Media, would complete – The Echt Six.
ke to Hector. A Thick Masala Promised, Madras level Kick Anticipated, Dry to be Negotiated. I did remember the Side, Aloo Gobi. It had held its own against the Main Course Lamb Dish, more of this please.
Knowing there would be a wait, Two Portions of Vegetable Pakora were ordered for Our Collective Amusement. These came with due dispatch. Two Portions, Four Pakora in each. We were Six. Surely Someone could have seen sense here? Fortunately the Vegetable Pakora will be remembered for all of the right reasons. They were Fresh, as good as I make myself. (Note to Self- Publish My Recipe) The Gram Flour based Batter was not Thick to Stodgy as served in so many places. The Fresh Coriander was abundant. These are lovely – Marg declared immediately. She would later go on to declare that this was The Best Pakora, Ever. 
Marg and Kenny faced defeat with the Second Jaflongi Satkora. I was so sated there was no sampling. Very Tasty – said Marg, and not for The First Time. I must stop saying that. Tangy, better than the Dish on my last visit. Divine – said Kenny. Mild, Full of Flavour, when it arrived.
The Card presented to appraise the evening was dismissed and The Calling Card given instead. I watched this passed from Waiter to Waiter up the chain (of Command?). Moments later I was aware of a Differently Attired Chap standing beside me – Mein Host. We discussed the evening. I congratulated him on the Unique Flavours served at the Echt Tandoori. I had to mention that my Lamb Dish was not served as Warm as I would hope. He explained that they try to avoid this by staggering the bookings, hence our 20.30 I de
duced.
Arriving back at Glasgow Queen St., there was only One Thing in Hector’s mind – Dinner. This week that is Curry. Two stops on the Subway to Bridge St. and One finds Oneself a Block away from 
The Lamb Karahi served in these premises is simply beyond belief. The Ten Minutes or so wait was spent trying ot remember which ELP track had been hijacked by the Asian News programme on the TV. Karn Evil 9? The Customary Modest Salad was provided to Nibble on during the wait. Despite the Raita not being forthcoming, for once I did nibble.
