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Madras Cafe's Food Stories
Discover the artistry and dedication behind our Indian cuisine. Unearth the traditions, techniques, and anecdotes that make our dishes exceptional.


Tangdi Kabab Recipe: Oven-Roasted Chicken Drumsticks
Tangdi means leg, and that is more or less the whole recipe in one word. Yoghurt, herbs and a two-hour marinade turn ten chicken drumsticks into a juicy oven-roasted kabab you can make at home.
Sep 245 min read


Vegetarian and Vegan Indian Food in Glasgow: What to Order
Indian cooking has never treated vegetables as an afterthought. It has treated them as the main event. That is good news if you are looking for vegetarian Indian food in Glasgow, with vegan options too. At Madras Cafe, in the city centre, the menu has a whole section dedicated to plant-based cooking, plus a full paneer section for vegetarians, and vegan dishes marked clearly throughout. This guide walks you through what is on offer, where the dishes come from and how to put a
Sep 246 min read


Inside the Tandoori Oven: Why it's Food Tastes Different
Why does a chicken tikka from a clay oven taste nothing like one from a grill? It comes down to fire, clay, yoghurt and a surprising amount of history.
Sep 246 min read


Boxing Day Curry: Glasgow's Quiet Christmas Tradition
Discover why Boxing Day curry has become Britain's real Christmas tradition, and where to book one in Glasgow.
Aug 204 min read
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