Food THE GOOD CURRY GUIDE
Jai Ho Rumana Char Mausum Sachins
118 Ocean Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, 0845 676 9727 www.jaihosouthshields.co.uk
Discerning diners and Tyne take-away lovers; say Hi Ho to Jai Ho. Jai Ho, on Ocean Road, is a newly furnished, modern restaurant serving the finest in contemporary Indian cuisine. Both the decor and the menu offer an appealing alternative to traditional Indian restaurants. With delights on the menu such as Tandoori Trout, Bollywood Special and Jhal Jhool Horrin Manshoor (venison cooked in spices), this restaurant is for the absolute connoisseurs of flavoursome fusion Indian food. “Emphasis here is not on cheap deals, rather good quality food in very pleasant surroundings and offering something that little bit different. For the quality of the meals served up, Jai Ho is actually extremely good value for money. It has an extensive menu and everything about Jai Ho speaks quality – a fine and very welcome addition to Ocean Road.”
Valley Junction
Pontland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 3EL
0191 2866621
Rumana is an Indian Restaurant which mixes both Bangladeshi and Indian cuisine seemlessley and one which infuses traditional spices from both countries to create its extensive range of dishes. The Rumana Restaurant is all about indulgence and experience. They carry an extensive range of fine wines and selected Champagnes. They serve exquisite fine Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine, subtly infused with a range of exotic, aromatic spices drawn from Bangladesh and the Indian sub- continent. The friendly and attentive, yet discreet, service is wonderful. Rumana’s reputation is built on the skill to deliver consistently excellent quality food. Rumana is the perfect place to enjoy an evening meal, but you can also enjoy their food at lunchtime and over the weekend. The restaurant is also available for private hire.
Station Road End, Stannington, Morpeth, Northumberland 01670 789011 / 789012
Char Mausum in the Hindi language means Four Seasons and this is reflected in the unique seasonal menu the restaurant offers. The menu offers a variety of dishes from many regions of India. All are chosen with great care to showcase the wonderful and varied cooking styles of India. Char Mausum places special emphasis on using fish and game, ingredients not normally associated with Indian cuisine. Located in the former Little Chef just off the A1 at Stannington, the restaurant is decorated in rich chocolate and cream tones, with dark wood tables. The restaurant has a warm, inviting and contemporary appearance. Select from twenty three house specials and a wide variety of old favourites. The ever-changing seasonal special menus and an excellent choice of wines makes dining at Char Mausum a fantastic experience.
Forth Banks, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3SG 0191 232 4660 / 261 9035 www.sachins.co.uk
February saw the union of treasured Punjabi restaurant, Sachins, and nationally successful department store, Fenwick. The renowned Indian restaurant of Forth Banks, Newcastle boasts a menu of the finest cuisine, full of natural ingredients and subtle spices. Dishes sold at the delicatessen counter at Fenwick are of the same high standard as in the restaurant, offering shoppers the pleasure of eating out – whilst staying in. For those wanting to visit the restaurant, the setting on Forth Banks provides an accessible location for those in the city and on the riverside. The contemporary, chic style creates a relaxing atmosphere in which to spend an evening tasting the exotic flavours. Sachins has earned a first class reputation with their speciality dishes and unique flavours. “Our motto, “ says Bob Arora , “‘The art of eating well..... Punjabi style’ speaks for itself.”
The Old Station Archbold Terrace, Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne, 0191 281 6397
If you are looking for a superb night out, and the finest Indian cuisine, then look no further than The Valley Junction in Jesmond, voted one of the top 100 curry restaurants in the whole of Britain at the British Curry Awards 2007. Dine either in the old signal box or the railway carriage, and enjoy fantastic starters, marvellous main courses, and delicious desserts. The Prawn Bhaji comes recommended, as does the Murgh-e-khazana (similar to a Korma only with chicken cooked with mild spices and honey). The Valley Junction is located right next door to The Carriage, making it a great place to go with friends or for a romantic meal for two. You won’t be disappointed. The new refurbishment and extension allows more diners to enjoy fantastic cuisine.
The Spice Cube
The Gate Newgate Street Newcastle Monument Metro 0191 222 1181
The Spice Cube is a chic and contemporary Indian restaurant in the heart of Newcastle City Centre. The cuisine is an innovative mix of modern and traditional Indian favourites and offers a top quality combination of regional styles which are both affordable and enjoyable. This is casual, sophisticated dining in an eye-catching space at the top of The Gate leisure complex. The colours are curry and pomegranate, with a gleaming glass-sided staircase, modern seating, space-age lighting and design everywhere.
Modern creations and gourmet nights really show what the kitchen can do. The lounge is a perfect spot to start and end your evening with modern Punjabi Zee music on the plasma screens. The Spice Cube is no square. Combining a double-height ceiling with two semi-private mezzanines and several snug VIP booths, diners are able to enjoy a private party for up to 30 people while still enjoying the vibrant and sophisticated ambience of the open-plan restaurant.
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