What you see - The Great Kabab Factory (TGKF) started on November
10th, 2008 in Hyderabad. Ever since its inception in 1988, TGKF has
graduated to being a classy restaurant chain branded and managed by
the prestigious Radisson Hospitality Group. At its Hyderabad branch,
the simple and minimalist dã©cor is striking. Waiters in blue
uniforms, resembling factory gear greet you with a warm smile as you
enjoy the soft light of the restaurant. There is also a waiting lounge
on the side with a seating capacity for 8-10 people. Here you can
enjoy a few drinks and starters in case the tables are all
occupied.What you get - This restaurant has a prix fixe buffet style
menu. There is a choice of 6 succulent starters to choose from and the
standard Indian entrees comprising roti, dal and rice followed by a
very inviting choice of desserts. On weekdays with lunch, a pint of
beer is also served free. The entrees change every meal but the
variations are limited to vegetarian, non-vegetarian (chicken/mutton)
biryanis and dal with a choice of roti, naan or Ulte Tawwe Ka Paratha
(thin and soft bread, kneaded with saffron-flavored milk). The paratha
is enjoyable even without the accompanying chutneys. The meals
incidentally lay emphasis on kebabs as the entree rather than as
starters.The Shahi Gilaawat or Galouti Kebab is the in-house
specialty. The meat is minced at least five times to give it the
required fineness, before adding raw papaya and spices. It is then
shallow-fried on a tawa. There is an option to order for mild or spicy
varieties. Patthar Kebabs, grilled on stone, are worth a try too. You
can also try saffron-flavored Sheermil, which has a mild sweet taste
to it and Bakherkhani Roti, flavored with nuts and fennel.In Dals,
Panchmahal (Benaras style), is a specialty. Some of the other dishes
that generate interest are the spicy Murgh Khada Masala, crisp and
crunchy batter coated Amritsari Machi Tikka, juicy Bharwan zucchini, a
stuffed and grilled zucchini preparation, as well as the velvety Murgh
Tikka Kali Mirch. The food is served with four tangy dips and onion
slivers. In desserts try the interesting paan ice cream, which has
vanilla ice cream and sweet paan chunks in a fragrant blend. The Tilla
Kulfi is a must try too, and the Jalebis, shaped like flowers and
served hot with creamy Rabri, are extremely delicious.The verdict -
Usually kebabs are associated with non-vegetarian food but
surprisingly there are quite a lot of choices for vegetarians too at
thethe Great Kabab Factory. In fact, a separate Tandoor is used to
cook kebabs of potato, mushroom, cottage cheese and green peas. The
restaurant does not offer a la carte, so your meal is entirely in the
hands of the Chef and his special recipes.Trust us, this is not
disappointing. In terms of ambience, the whole setup has a very calm,
relaxed and welcoming feel to it. Another striking fact is that every
dish while being served is explained to you. This adds a nice personal
touch to the service. Valet parking facility is available.What you pay
for a meal for two - Rs. 750-1,200Anytime between - 12 PM - 11 PMYou
can find more information on The Great Kabab Factory, Hyderabad Here.
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
Concept Development In A Restaurant
1.1 Restaurant Brand NameThe name of the restaurant will be 1453
Mediterranean Cuisine. This name was chosen to convey the concept,
theme and service that potential customers are likely to find in the
restaurant. 1453 was chosen because this was the year that Istanbul
was conquered by the Turks and thus became a part of the Turkish
Empire. In other words, the number carries a historical significance
designed to convey a specific message; that the restaurant is inspired
by Turkey. The word Mediterranean was chosen for the same reason as
the latter mentioned number; to signify the source of inspiration.
This aspect was important to inform those consumers who may not
understand what 1453 means about the restaurant's concept; these will
be consumers who are not familiar with Turkey's history. Cuisine was
chosen to reflect the kind of product offered in this restaurant i.e.
The food will be presented in an artistic, creative yet minimalist
style (typical of the Turks). (Ajans, 2005)1.2 LocationThe restaurant
will be located at the heart of Boston's Summer street; Four Point
Channel neighborhood. This location will be ideal for an artistically
inspired restaurant such as 1453 Mediterranean Cuisine because the
neighborhood is at the heart of Boston's social and economic life.
First of all, the Boston World Trade Centre is located there.
Additionally, the Boston Convention Centre and Institute of Boston
Contemporary Art are all found here. As a result, the restaurant has a
large client pool who would be interested in the overall concept of
the restaurant i.e. Its rich cultural history. This location will also
be advantageous to the restaurant because it is a haven for many
residential areas and harbors too. These are all groups of people who
would be interested in sampling restaurant food especially the kind to
be served at1453 Mediterranean Cuisine.1.3 Restaurant SegmentThe major
clientele will be all the visitors and residents of Boston's summer
street and its environs. Since this is a relatively diverse group. The
restaurant will be tailored to artistic individuals or those who have
an appreciation for cultural cuisine. It will be like a journey to the
east with hints of the Boston lifestyle. The major segment that can be
attracted by this offering include the older and middle aged consumers
who both have an affinity for authenticity. Consumers will also be
segmented by nationality as Boston is quite diverse and chances are
that the restaurant will attract many nationalities, however, it is
expected that the largest percentage will be US citizens who have a
taste for variety.1.4 Primary type of customersOne of the categories
of consumers who will visit this restaurant are the working class
since this will be a high end restaurant. Additionally, because of the
cultural element, the restaurant will also attract artists. It is
expected that the restaurant will draw in more artists than any other
category. This is because of all the artistic institutions in that
neighborhood and also because of the restaurant's theme.2.0 EXPEREINCE
ELEMENTS2.1 Context2.1.1 ThemeThe restaurant will be inspired by the
East but will be adapted to Boston. (Nur, 2008) Consequently, the
restaurant will integrate Eastern cuisine with minimalist French
serving to suit the local landscape. This theme will depicted through
a number of outlets. For instance, the signature dish will be
distinctly Turkish as it will be hummus beef and Mezzes (where mezzes
are similar to fish tartar). In Turkey, kebabs, have been around for
years, consequently, the Turks have perfected various ways of
preparing it. This restaurant will have scrumptious beef and
delectable chicken kebabs. To spice it all up, the Kebabs will be
served alongside Mini shish-es.Before having their main course, guests
can wet their appetites with breads topped with special mezzes. This
appetizer will then prepare them for the main course which will have a
wide array of delicacies to choose from. Consumers can indulge in
mouthwatering grilled beef, lip smacking chicken, delectable fish and
tasty lamb. After getting thrilled by these delicacies, consumers can
then treat themselves to a scrumptious dessert consisting of a Turkish
style milk pudding, a traditional Baklava, the flavored mastic or
delicious Turkish ice cream. Beverages will consist of Turkish coffee
(known for its characteristic thickness), the distinctly red Turkish
tea, a series of Turkish wines such as Kavalideren, Raki, and some
sodas that are available within the local market. (Ajans, 2005)2.1.2
Service style (Learnable)The service style will be learnable in that
consumers will be informed about the ingredients of the various dishes
so that they can easily choose. Also, because the restaurant will
borrow from a foreign concept, then it will be extremely important for
those who visit the restaurant for the first time to familiarize
themselves with the meals on offer.2.1.3 LayoutThe restaurant will be
reminiscent of the old Ottoman Empire with Chandeliers characteristic
of that century. The restaurant would never be fully complete without
Turkish rags placed under its cutlery usually known as Kilims. In
order to capture the eastern esthetic, the restaurant will have low
tables. It will only serve one hundred and fifty persons which is
similar to the boutique style offering. (Nur, 2008)143 Mediterranean
Cuisine will have rooms bathed in warm colors. Its surroundings will
be draw in their clientele with their smooth and velvety beige color.
In line with this theme, the restaurant's dã©cor will be mostly white
to create serenity and calm in all its rooms.2.1.4 SensorySince the
restaurant aims at creating an oriental feel, then music will convey
this aspect through its oriental nature. Also, it will also have a low
volume setting so as to create a gentle atmosphere where peace and
serenity prevail. The scene is designed to take the patrons through a
journey to the East. However, it will still capture the European
aspect through its minimalist dã©cor, music and room arrangements.
These aspects will be detected though the sense of smell, sight and
even touch.For those customers who will be conducting their private
functions. The restaurant will set aside some special dining rooms for
such occasions. These will be custom - made to the diner's
specification. Also, because the restaurant will have an oriental
feel, then there will be special offerings for persons from the
region. For instance, the restaurant will provide its Muslim clientele
with picnic bags containing special niceties during the holy month of
Ramadan.2.1.5 Social integrationThe restaurant will be a blend of
European and Eastern cultures, consequently, this will provide fertile
ground for various types of groups to intermingle. Since Boston has
many tourists, then it is likely that such a category of people will
get a chance of interacting. Also, the restaurant's serene
environment, will give customers the luxury of communicating properly
without undue interference from loud backgrounds. Additionally, it is
a known fact that food is the number one incentive for social
integration hence providing a suitable atmosphere for this
occurrence.2.2 Engagement2.2.1 EducationalAlmost all parts of the
restaurant will be educational. Starting with the name, the
restaurant, will be conveying a historical message about the Turkish
empire. The foods served in the restaurant will be predominantly
Turkish. Consequently, the people in Boston will get to learn some of
the cultural aspects of the Turkish people. For instance, they will
find out that a variety of their vegetables contain more spices than
their main meals, they will also learn that in Turkey, authentic food
tastes are quite distinct/clean. (Ajans, 2005) Even the cutlery will
give similar teachings. Turkish tea is usually served in light china
to transfer heat to the body and to depict its red color. The
restaurants interior dã©cor such as its chandeliers and rugs will
reflect the history of Turkey. Consequently, customers will not only
enjoy a scrumptious meal there, they will also be more informed about
the world.2.2.2 EscapistThe restaurants' layout is designed to portray
a serene atmosphere with its warm colors and low music setting. Owing
to this sensory description, customers can take time out from their
hectic schedules to relax, and escape from the hustle and bustle of
the Boston City life. In 143 Mediterranean Cuisine, customers will get
a special chance to reflect upon their day.2.2.3 EntertainmentSo as to
capture the market segment chosen i.e. Artists and working class, it
will be necessary to hire singers that befit the working class tastes.
These will mostly be classical music or various instrumentalists. The
artist will be performing twice in a week. However, when there are no
guest artists, then there will always be eastern music playing softly
in background. There will also be a separate area where a pianist will
be playing supple tunes.2.2.4 EstheticThe restaurant will be
creatively designed. Also, its food offerings will be out of the
ordinary. Consequently, the restaurant is bound to reflect artists
tendencies. It will be able to speak to the customer through its
layout, theme and content. These elements are all qualities that
artistic persons can relate to and this will make them come back to
the restaurant.2.3 Time2.3.1 MemorabiliaThe restaurant's paintings,
carvings and floor concept will reflect century old memorabilia. (Nur,
2008) This will be traced back to the Ottoman empire and will provide
the customer a chance to connect with the history of the east.2.3.2
ContinuityHowever, in order to fit in with modern times, the
restaurant will still play some modern music; it will also blend in
modern European furniture with traditional Ottoman inspired ones. This
will depict a sense of continuity and thus reflect modern ideas.3.0
SUMMARYThe restaurant proposed restaurant is a Turkish inspired
restaurant with hints of European induces. Its meals will be
predominantly Turkish, its layout will also draw inspiration from the
east and so will the visual depictions of the restaurant. However, in
order to portray elements of modernity, there will be minimalist
European servings, some European entertainment and even some elements
of European interior dã©cor.Reference Nur (2008): Food in turkey,
retrieved from http://www.photonur.com/ accessed on 22nd
SeptemberAjans, I. (2005): Turkish cuisine, retrieved from
http://www.turkuaz-guide.net/index.html accessed on 22nd September
Mediterranean Cuisine. This name was chosen to convey the concept,
theme and service that potential customers are likely to find in the
restaurant. 1453 was chosen because this was the year that Istanbul
was conquered by the Turks and thus became a part of the Turkish
Empire. In other words, the number carries a historical significance
designed to convey a specific message; that the restaurant is inspired
by Turkey. The word Mediterranean was chosen for the same reason as
the latter mentioned number; to signify the source of inspiration.
This aspect was important to inform those consumers who may not
understand what 1453 means about the restaurant's concept; these will
be consumers who are not familiar with Turkey's history. Cuisine was
chosen to reflect the kind of product offered in this restaurant i.e.
The food will be presented in an artistic, creative yet minimalist
style (typical of the Turks). (Ajans, 2005)1.2 LocationThe restaurant
will be located at the heart of Boston's Summer street; Four Point
Channel neighborhood. This location will be ideal for an artistically
inspired restaurant such as 1453 Mediterranean Cuisine because the
neighborhood is at the heart of Boston's social and economic life.
First of all, the Boston World Trade Centre is located there.
Additionally, the Boston Convention Centre and Institute of Boston
Contemporary Art are all found here. As a result, the restaurant has a
large client pool who would be interested in the overall concept of
the restaurant i.e. Its rich cultural history. This location will also
be advantageous to the restaurant because it is a haven for many
residential areas and harbors too. These are all groups of people who
would be interested in sampling restaurant food especially the kind to
be served at1453 Mediterranean Cuisine.1.3 Restaurant SegmentThe major
clientele will be all the visitors and residents of Boston's summer
street and its environs. Since this is a relatively diverse group. The
restaurant will be tailored to artistic individuals or those who have
an appreciation for cultural cuisine. It will be like a journey to the
east with hints of the Boston lifestyle. The major segment that can be
attracted by this offering include the older and middle aged consumers
who both have an affinity for authenticity. Consumers will also be
segmented by nationality as Boston is quite diverse and chances are
that the restaurant will attract many nationalities, however, it is
expected that the largest percentage will be US citizens who have a
taste for variety.1.4 Primary type of customersOne of the categories
of consumers who will visit this restaurant are the working class
since this will be a high end restaurant. Additionally, because of the
cultural element, the restaurant will also attract artists. It is
expected that the restaurant will draw in more artists than any other
category. This is because of all the artistic institutions in that
neighborhood and also because of the restaurant's theme.2.0 EXPEREINCE
ELEMENTS2.1 Context2.1.1 ThemeThe restaurant will be inspired by the
East but will be adapted to Boston. (Nur, 2008) Consequently, the
restaurant will integrate Eastern cuisine with minimalist French
serving to suit the local landscape. This theme will depicted through
a number of outlets. For instance, the signature dish will be
distinctly Turkish as it will be hummus beef and Mezzes (where mezzes
are similar to fish tartar). In Turkey, kebabs, have been around for
years, consequently, the Turks have perfected various ways of
preparing it. This restaurant will have scrumptious beef and
delectable chicken kebabs. To spice it all up, the Kebabs will be
served alongside Mini shish-es.Before having their main course, guests
can wet their appetites with breads topped with special mezzes. This
appetizer will then prepare them for the main course which will have a
wide array of delicacies to choose from. Consumers can indulge in
mouthwatering grilled beef, lip smacking chicken, delectable fish and
tasty lamb. After getting thrilled by these delicacies, consumers can
then treat themselves to a scrumptious dessert consisting of a Turkish
style milk pudding, a traditional Baklava, the flavored mastic or
delicious Turkish ice cream. Beverages will consist of Turkish coffee
(known for its characteristic thickness), the distinctly red Turkish
tea, a series of Turkish wines such as Kavalideren, Raki, and some
sodas that are available within the local market. (Ajans, 2005)2.1.2
Service style (Learnable)The service style will be learnable in that
consumers will be informed about the ingredients of the various dishes
so that they can easily choose. Also, because the restaurant will
borrow from a foreign concept, then it will be extremely important for
those who visit the restaurant for the first time to familiarize
themselves with the meals on offer.2.1.3 LayoutThe restaurant will be
reminiscent of the old Ottoman Empire with Chandeliers characteristic
of that century. The restaurant would never be fully complete without
Turkish rags placed under its cutlery usually known as Kilims. In
order to capture the eastern esthetic, the restaurant will have low
tables. It will only serve one hundred and fifty persons which is
similar to the boutique style offering. (Nur, 2008)143 Mediterranean
Cuisine will have rooms bathed in warm colors. Its surroundings will
be draw in their clientele with their smooth and velvety beige color.
In line with this theme, the restaurant's dã©cor will be mostly white
to create serenity and calm in all its rooms.2.1.4 SensorySince the
restaurant aims at creating an oriental feel, then music will convey
this aspect through its oriental nature. Also, it will also have a low
volume setting so as to create a gentle atmosphere where peace and
serenity prevail. The scene is designed to take the patrons through a
journey to the East. However, it will still capture the European
aspect through its minimalist dã©cor, music and room arrangements.
These aspects will be detected though the sense of smell, sight and
even touch.For those customers who will be conducting their private
functions. The restaurant will set aside some special dining rooms for
such occasions. These will be custom - made to the diner's
specification. Also, because the restaurant will have an oriental
feel, then there will be special offerings for persons from the
region. For instance, the restaurant will provide its Muslim clientele
with picnic bags containing special niceties during the holy month of
Ramadan.2.1.5 Social integrationThe restaurant will be a blend of
European and Eastern cultures, consequently, this will provide fertile
ground for various types of groups to intermingle. Since Boston has
many tourists, then it is likely that such a category of people will
get a chance of interacting. Also, the restaurant's serene
environment, will give customers the luxury of communicating properly
without undue interference from loud backgrounds. Additionally, it is
a known fact that food is the number one incentive for social
integration hence providing a suitable atmosphere for this
occurrence.2.2 Engagement2.2.1 EducationalAlmost all parts of the
restaurant will be educational. Starting with the name, the
restaurant, will be conveying a historical message about the Turkish
empire. The foods served in the restaurant will be predominantly
Turkish. Consequently, the people in Boston will get to learn some of
the cultural aspects of the Turkish people. For instance, they will
find out that a variety of their vegetables contain more spices than
their main meals, they will also learn that in Turkey, authentic food
tastes are quite distinct/clean. (Ajans, 2005) Even the cutlery will
give similar teachings. Turkish tea is usually served in light china
to transfer heat to the body and to depict its red color. The
restaurants interior dã©cor such as its chandeliers and rugs will
reflect the history of Turkey. Consequently, customers will not only
enjoy a scrumptious meal there, they will also be more informed about
the world.2.2.2 EscapistThe restaurants' layout is designed to portray
a serene atmosphere with its warm colors and low music setting. Owing
to this sensory description, customers can take time out from their
hectic schedules to relax, and escape from the hustle and bustle of
the Boston City life. In 143 Mediterranean Cuisine, customers will get
a special chance to reflect upon their day.2.2.3 EntertainmentSo as to
capture the market segment chosen i.e. Artists and working class, it
will be necessary to hire singers that befit the working class tastes.
These will mostly be classical music or various instrumentalists. The
artist will be performing twice in a week. However, when there are no
guest artists, then there will always be eastern music playing softly
in background. There will also be a separate area where a pianist will
be playing supple tunes.2.2.4 EstheticThe restaurant will be
creatively designed. Also, its food offerings will be out of the
ordinary. Consequently, the restaurant is bound to reflect artists
tendencies. It will be able to speak to the customer through its
layout, theme and content. These elements are all qualities that
artistic persons can relate to and this will make them come back to
the restaurant.2.3 Time2.3.1 MemorabiliaThe restaurant's paintings,
carvings and floor concept will reflect century old memorabilia. (Nur,
2008) This will be traced back to the Ottoman empire and will provide
the customer a chance to connect with the history of the east.2.3.2
ContinuityHowever, in order to fit in with modern times, the
restaurant will still play some modern music; it will also blend in
modern European furniture with traditional Ottoman inspired ones. This
will depict a sense of continuity and thus reflect modern ideas.3.0
SUMMARYThe restaurant proposed restaurant is a Turkish inspired
restaurant with hints of European induces. Its meals will be
predominantly Turkish, its layout will also draw inspiration from the
east and so will the visual depictions of the restaurant. However, in
order to portray elements of modernity, there will be minimalist
European servings, some European entertainment and even some elements
of European interior dã©cor.Reference Nur (2008): Food in turkey,
retrieved from http://www.photonur.com/ accessed on 22nd
SeptemberAjans, I. (2005): Turkish cuisine, retrieved from
http://www.turkuaz-guide.net/index.html accessed on 22nd September
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Top 5 ways to choose healthy indian food
If you€™re as passionate about Indian food as we are, but you like to
take care of your health, then you€™ll enjoy this article. By
following these 5 ways to choose healthy Indian food, the next time
you€™re out at your favourite authentic Indian restaurant or take
away, you can get all the joy of eating your favourite food, without
having to worry about your waistline. ONE: Choose an Authentic Indian
Restaurant Many Indian restaurants in the United Kingdom have changed
their recipes to suit the taste buds of the British mouth. This has
often led to curries becoming an unhealthy option contributing to the
growing obesity problem in the UK and unfairly labeling Indian food as
unhealthy €˜take away€™, alongside doner kebabs and fish and chips.
But authentic Indian cooking is nothing of the sort. Authentically
prepared and cooked Indian food uses high quality, lean meat and low
fat ingredients, and is actively good for you! If you choose an
authentic Indian restaurant, you can enjoy healthy Indian food. TWO:
Choose a Tandoori Did you know that choosing Tandoori is one of the
best ways to eat healthily when you visit an Indian take away or
restaurant? Of course, we believe that you should always choose an
authentic Indian restaurant in the first place, but look to the
Tandoori section of the menu for some of the best healthy choices.
These are heavily spiced meat dishes that are grilled at very high
temperatures in charcoal ovens. These lean meats aren€™t fried, so you
don€™t have the same problems with food cooking in its own fats.
Chicken, fish and prawn are your best choices for a healthy diet, and
you can always ask for them to go easy on the coconut milk. THREE:
Choose the Healthiest Curry Chicken or Lamb is probably the best
choice to go with when choosing a curry when you want to stay healthy.
Choose a Lamb Rogan Josh, which is the healthiest of all the lamb
dishes at the Curry House. It€™s quite high in calories but it€™s also
packed with antioxidants that help keep your heart healthy. FOUR:
Choose a Healthy Vegetarian Side Dish It€™s true that one too many
Naan breads might help you to put on a few extra pounds. However,
within the wide scope of Indian cooking, there are many healthy side
dishes that won€™t hurt your health and will help you to stay healthy
whilst enjoying Indian Food. A nice healthy alternative for a side
dish is the vegetable puree also known as a Bharta. It is a great side
dish when you are having a curry and is made of healthy ingredients
like aubergine, ginger, tomato and onion, along with garlic and
various Indian spices such as chili and cumin. It€™s eaten with bread
or roti, the choice is yours. FIVE: Choose to Avoid the Crispy and
Fried It probably goes without saying, but anything that says
€˜crispy€™ or €˜fried€™ has spent a bit too long in the deep fryer.
This is the least healthy option and so by steering clear of these
starters and main course dishes, you€™ll make healthier choices. Also,
avoid the Biriani if you can, it was named after the Persani word for
€˜Fried€™. Looking for the healthy places to get your favourite Indian
food? Choose one of the Indian Takeaway and Delivery venues on Curries
Online!
take care of your health, then you€™ll enjoy this article. By
following these 5 ways to choose healthy Indian food, the next time
you€™re out at your favourite authentic Indian restaurant or take
away, you can get all the joy of eating your favourite food, without
having to worry about your waistline. ONE: Choose an Authentic Indian
Restaurant Many Indian restaurants in the United Kingdom have changed
their recipes to suit the taste buds of the British mouth. This has
often led to curries becoming an unhealthy option contributing to the
growing obesity problem in the UK and unfairly labeling Indian food as
unhealthy €˜take away€™, alongside doner kebabs and fish and chips.
But authentic Indian cooking is nothing of the sort. Authentically
prepared and cooked Indian food uses high quality, lean meat and low
fat ingredients, and is actively good for you! If you choose an
authentic Indian restaurant, you can enjoy healthy Indian food. TWO:
Choose a Tandoori Did you know that choosing Tandoori is one of the
best ways to eat healthily when you visit an Indian take away or
restaurant? Of course, we believe that you should always choose an
authentic Indian restaurant in the first place, but look to the
Tandoori section of the menu for some of the best healthy choices.
These are heavily spiced meat dishes that are grilled at very high
temperatures in charcoal ovens. These lean meats aren€™t fried, so you
don€™t have the same problems with food cooking in its own fats.
Chicken, fish and prawn are your best choices for a healthy diet, and
you can always ask for them to go easy on the coconut milk. THREE:
Choose the Healthiest Curry Chicken or Lamb is probably the best
choice to go with when choosing a curry when you want to stay healthy.
Choose a Lamb Rogan Josh, which is the healthiest of all the lamb
dishes at the Curry House. It€™s quite high in calories but it€™s also
packed with antioxidants that help keep your heart healthy. FOUR:
Choose a Healthy Vegetarian Side Dish It€™s true that one too many
Naan breads might help you to put on a few extra pounds. However,
within the wide scope of Indian cooking, there are many healthy side
dishes that won€™t hurt your health and will help you to stay healthy
whilst enjoying Indian Food. A nice healthy alternative for a side
dish is the vegetable puree also known as a Bharta. It is a great side
dish when you are having a curry and is made of healthy ingredients
like aubergine, ginger, tomato and onion, along with garlic and
various Indian spices such as chili and cumin. It€™s eaten with bread
or roti, the choice is yours. FIVE: Choose to Avoid the Crispy and
Fried It probably goes without saying, but anything that says
€˜crispy€™ or €˜fried€™ has spent a bit too long in the deep fryer.
This is the least healthy option and so by steering clear of these
starters and main course dishes, you€™ll make healthier choices. Also,
avoid the Biriani if you can, it was named after the Persani word for
€˜Fried€™. Looking for the healthy places to get your favourite Indian
food? Choose one of the Indian Takeaway and Delivery venues on Curries
Online!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Traditional Recipes From the Middle East
The Middle Eastern cuisine is very paradoxical because it is diverse
while having a certain degree of homogeneity. The cuisine has an
Ottoman regime touch in it. There are some commonly used ingredients
like olives and olive oil, pitas (round bread), honey, sesame seeds,
sumac (flowering plant), chickpeas, mint and parsley. Some famous
dishes that are rejoiced all around the world are kibbeh (rice and
chopped meat) and shawarma (sandwich-like wrap with variations of
chicken, lamb or goat).They also have popular alcoholic drink called
the 'arak'. There are many traditional recipes from the Middle East
that are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Foods like
hummus and lamb contain taste and nutrition.The traditional recipes of
the Middle East include flat bread, lentils, fresh fruits and nuts,
raw vegetables, lamb, beef, goat cheese and different types of
yogurt.Lamb is an integral part of any traditional recipe. It is a
versatile meat that can be marinate, baked, grilled, broiled or
fried.Besides preparations from lamb, hummus is another traditional
recipe that has gained popularity over the years, thanks to its
exposure to the west. It is a very nutritious recipe made of chickpeas
and garlic.The kebabs are a delicacy enjoyed in all parts of the
world. Made from variations of chicken and lamb, kebab corners are
found at roadside restaurants across Syria, Lebanon, and
Jordan.Besides the kebabs and the meat dishes, the Israeli salad is a
simple dish that consists of tomatoes, onion and bell pepper. This
salad is a compliment to any Middle Eastern meal.And if you feel that
a lot has been discussed about meat, then let's go to the sweet! Lokma
is Turkish fried sweet dough covered in simple syrup. It is generally
used as an accompaniment to coffee.Knefe is a traditional Lebanese
dessert made with phyllo (paper-thin sheets of flour dough) and
cheese. So a rich cuisine and a great variety to explore and choose
from- Israeli, Lebanese, Turkish and the list just goes on!
while having a certain degree of homogeneity. The cuisine has an
Ottoman regime touch in it. There are some commonly used ingredients
like olives and olive oil, pitas (round bread), honey, sesame seeds,
sumac (flowering plant), chickpeas, mint and parsley. Some famous
dishes that are rejoiced all around the world are kibbeh (rice and
chopped meat) and shawarma (sandwich-like wrap with variations of
chicken, lamb or goat).They also have popular alcoholic drink called
the 'arak'. There are many traditional recipes from the Middle East
that are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Foods like
hummus and lamb contain taste and nutrition.The traditional recipes of
the Middle East include flat bread, lentils, fresh fruits and nuts,
raw vegetables, lamb, beef, goat cheese and different types of
yogurt.Lamb is an integral part of any traditional recipe. It is a
versatile meat that can be marinate, baked, grilled, broiled or
fried.Besides preparations from lamb, hummus is another traditional
recipe that has gained popularity over the years, thanks to its
exposure to the west. It is a very nutritious recipe made of chickpeas
and garlic.The kebabs are a delicacy enjoyed in all parts of the
world. Made from variations of chicken and lamb, kebab corners are
found at roadside restaurants across Syria, Lebanon, and
Jordan.Besides the kebabs and the meat dishes, the Israeli salad is a
simple dish that consists of tomatoes, onion and bell pepper. This
salad is a compliment to any Middle Eastern meal.And if you feel that
a lot has been discussed about meat, then let's go to the sweet! Lokma
is Turkish fried sweet dough covered in simple syrup. It is generally
used as an accompaniment to coffee.Knefe is a traditional Lebanese
dessert made with phyllo (paper-thin sheets of flour dough) and
cheese. So a rich cuisine and a great variety to explore and choose
from- Israeli, Lebanese, Turkish and the list just goes on!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
How to wind up a kebab shop company
In these hard economic times business is very hard. If you are a
company director looking for a bit of advice because your Kebab shop
business is struggling, you have come to the right place. I have
created many articles which try to help a director take the right
steps in either closing or liquidating a business or pre-packing a
sale and starting again. Firstly if your Kebab shop company is
insolvent you have a duty as a director to close the company and not
incur any further debt, unless you can be pretty sure that you can put
in place a rescue plan to turn that business around. If you can€™t
them you need to liquidate the company yourself or take professional
advice on how best to close the business in an orderly fashion. By far
the most popular choice is to engage an insolvency practitioner to
call a meeting of creditors on your behalf, prepare the statement of
affairs, hold the meeting and then deal with all the procedural
aspects of liquidation necessary to make sure all creditors now what
is going on and how they can participate in any dividend. This is
called a CVL or creditors voluntary liquidation. There is a fee for
all this and generally it will be about £5000 whoever you use around
the country. There are some advertisements for liquidations at less
than this but by the time all costs are accounted for, it will still
come in at about the same sum. These costs can come out of the assets
of the Kebab shop company and indeed many businesses do have just
enough assets or cash to take this final step. For many businesses,
the central core of what the business does is still profitable and so
often directors will want to continue to trade. This is easily
possible and a sale of assets can be arranged to a new company and a
lease re-assigned by a landlord, which often leaves the new company
trading on in the same line of work from the same premises.
company director looking for a bit of advice because your Kebab shop
business is struggling, you have come to the right place. I have
created many articles which try to help a director take the right
steps in either closing or liquidating a business or pre-packing a
sale and starting again. Firstly if your Kebab shop company is
insolvent you have a duty as a director to close the company and not
incur any further debt, unless you can be pretty sure that you can put
in place a rescue plan to turn that business around. If you can€™t
them you need to liquidate the company yourself or take professional
advice on how best to close the business in an orderly fashion. By far
the most popular choice is to engage an insolvency practitioner to
call a meeting of creditors on your behalf, prepare the statement of
affairs, hold the meeting and then deal with all the procedural
aspects of liquidation necessary to make sure all creditors now what
is going on and how they can participate in any dividend. This is
called a CVL or creditors voluntary liquidation. There is a fee for
all this and generally it will be about £5000 whoever you use around
the country. There are some advertisements for liquidations at less
than this but by the time all costs are accounted for, it will still
come in at about the same sum. These costs can come out of the assets
of the Kebab shop company and indeed many businesses do have just
enough assets or cash to take this final step. For many businesses,
the central core of what the business does is still profitable and so
often directors will want to continue to trade. This is easily
possible and a sale of assets can be arranged to a new company and a
lease re-assigned by a landlord, which often leaves the new company
trading on in the same line of work from the same premises.
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