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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Who fancies a meal on the evening of 16th May [M's birthday] at the India Club on The Strand?

It's my next to last evening as I fly home on the Friday.

The India Club is not mandatory but is easy to get to - an alternative would be Sagar at 31 Catherine Street, Covent Garden - not far away at all - their website is here. It has had good reviews and seems affordable.

12th April: 17th May is Ascension Day and so may not suit all - I am not sure about changing dates now, I can probably manage it if necessary - what do others think? The only other possible date due to other commitments is the night before: Wednesday 16th May.

[ 18. April 2012, 02:44: Message edited by: Welease Woderwick ]
 

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Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :
 
So where's your 3rd thread?
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Aha, it's all done with mirrors!

Actually I am waiting until I know a bit more about my Manchester bit before picking a probable date - and I need to remember the name of the venue.

Aha, again, Google Earth™ identifies it as Croma in Chorlton. I'll start that thread as soon as I have checked with the friends I shall be staying with near there.
 

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Posted by M. (# 3291) on :
 
As far as I can tell this far in advance, Macarius and I would be up for a curry!

M.
 

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Posted by Spike (# 36) on :
 
Count me in!
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
One or two, Spike?
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
I've had an e-mail from a friend who rates Sagar highly from going to their Hammersmith branch - fancy giving it a go?
 

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Posted by Curiosity killed ... (# 11770) on :
 
I'd be up for a curry
 

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Posted by Spike (# 36) on :
 

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Originally posted by Welease Woderwick:
I've had an e-mail from a friend who rates Sagar highly from going to their Hammersmith branch - fancy giving it a go?

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Originally posted by Spike:
Is it licensed?

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It has beers (well, lagers ), wines and spirits on the drinks menu, so it would appear so.

Count me in as well!
 

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Posted by Yangtze (# 4965) on :
 
I'm in.

I'm going to be near Sagar in Covent Garden later today (it's London Fashion Week dahlings, lots of stuff going on in nearby Somerset House) so will see if I can check it out. I do love the India Club though, it's just so.......Indian.
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Checking it out would be kind, thanks Yangtze.
 

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Posted by daisymay (# 1480) on :
 
We have been to that nice Indian Club a few times, a while ago. I hope I've got that day to be there with you!
 

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Posted by piglet (# 11803) on :
 
I'm not sure what our dates are going to be now, but if it's our last night then we might be a possibility. Sounds nice too - we love Indian food.
 

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Posted by Tubbs (# 440) on :
 
I'll see if I can make it. I love curry.

And if there's any chili powder going, I'd love some.

Tubbs
 

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Posted by Gussie (# 12271) on :
 
I'm hoping to make it. Vegetarian Indian food sounds good to me!
 

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Posted by Yangtze (# 4965) on :
 
I finally got to check out Sagar in Covent Garden last night. The dosas and uttapayam were passable but I've had better elsewhere in London and the curries on the menu were pretty much all the standard northern Indian fare. Not quite sure why they brag about bringing unknown south Indian food to London, I didn't see anything I couldn't get elswhere (and Rasa for example do much more interesting south Indian dishes.) Though it's possible the thalis were more interesting.

I think we'll have more fun at the India Club.
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
That's great, thanks Yangtze.
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Okay, time marches on and planning is happening, including packing packets of chilli powder - anyone else apart from Tubbs, Spike and moonlitdoor wanting chilli powder? If so please post, preferably on the chilli powder thread, and let me know so that I can be sure to bring enough - I'd hate to end up a packet sort and leave Spike without
 

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Posted by M. (# 3291) on :
 
Oooh, yes, chilli powder for us, please. It's Ascension Day and Macarius and I feel there must be some connection but can't quite bring it to mind at the mo'.

M.

Oops, sorry, wrong thread.

[ 11. April 2012, 08:04: Message edited by: M. ]
 

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Posted by Spike (# 36) on :
 
Oh bugger, is it Ascension? If so, we won't be able to make it
 

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Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :
 

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Originally posted by Spike:
Oh bugger, is it Ascension? If so, we won't be able to make it

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Originally posted by Yangtze:
I can do 16th and celebrate M's birthday. Will just have to find something else to do on my birthday.

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You forgot the
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Okay folks, the thread title has changed and the Meet will now be at The India Club on Wednesday 16th May - sadly this probably excludes one Shipmate, unless he can get his meeting that afternoon over VERY quickly, but it does allow several others to attend who would have been prevented the following day.

I look forward to seeing you all then.
 

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Posted by daisymay (# 1480) on :
 
About what time in the evening will we meet? I've got to make sure I'm not working too late, IMO. And I'll probably come in ordinary clothes - my husband always had me wearing the sari when we went there in the past!
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Okay, timing - I arrive At Victoria Coach Station at about 3 p.m. and then intend trolling over to Waterloo with a HEAVY bag to put it in left luggage [is there still one there?] for the evening and will then wander about a bit before heading to The India Club for about ?6.30? I would be pleased if we could aim to eat not late as I have to get back to Waterloo then out into leafy Surrey before my friends want to retire for the night. It's about an hour on the train so ideally the 9 p.m. train and latest the 9.30 train. From memory I reckon a 15/20 minute walk from restaurant to station but I hate being rushed so I'd like to leave about 9 p.m. - is that suitable for everyone.

Yes, I will bring chilli powder - it is all ready to pack and I must not leave it in the bag at Waterloo.


eta: do we need to book? I reckon it will be about 12 - 14 of us. Any volunteers to do the booking?

[ 27. April 2012, 08:57: Message edited by: Welease Woderwick ]
 

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Posted by Deputy Verger (# 15876) on :
 
There are allegedly left luggage facilities at Waterloo, between platforms 11 and 12, though I can't say I have ever noticed and I am there a lot. I'll check to see whether the facility is functional now, because the whole station is a bit of a building site at the moment. If not, I have a Plan B which I will PM you.

As to booking, I have tried to phone and it just rings and rings. I'll keep trying, or else I will pop in there and ask, but I am happy to take on the task. I count 12 confirmed, so I would book for 14 and reduce the number on the day if necessary - but better to have more space at table anyway.

But do count on me to answer both these questions within the next few days.

For interest, there is a menu available on a link at the bottom of this page: India Club.

The restaurant is BYOB, which does not require a great deal of forward planning, as I believe you can carry your drink up from the bar.
 

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Posted by Gussie (# 12271) on :
 
Thanks for the link - it's amazing all the places I've never realised exist in London and I've been here rather a while. I'll probably bring my husband if that's OK.
 

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Posted by Deputy Verger (# 15876) on :
 
Thirteen! I'll definitely book for 14 and make them set a place for a teddy bear!

The phone still just rings until it cuts out. If I can't get through I will eventually email them or just cycle up there and make a booking!
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Thank you Deputy Verger - that is most kind.

eta: I'll reply to the PM after breakfast, which has just been called.

[ 28. April 2012, 02:31: Message edited by: Welease Woderwick ]
 

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Posted by Chelley (# 11322) on :
 
Don't want to miss out on the opportunity to meet our beloved WW! Eating out is problematic for me but could get there for the beginning of the meet though.
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
It would be great to meet you Chelley!
 

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Posted by Deputy Verger (# 15876) on :
 
Very good. That is 14 confirmed.

We have a reservation at the India Club for 16 on the 16th. I can adjust the numbers closer to the time if it goes up or down, but I aimed high at this remove.

The booking is for 6pm in the bar, moving up to the restaurant at 6.30pm. You can take drinks up to the restaurant or bring a bottle of wine or whatever.

The booking is in the name "SHIPMATE". They also have my first name and mobile number, for those of you who know those facts, but the word Shipmate should suffice.

Also confirmed left luggage at Waterloo - WW please check your PMs. It's been relocated to the Southbank end of the concourse for now.
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Thanks Deputy Verger, you're a star!
 

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Posted by Spike (# 36) on :
 
*** bump ***
 

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Posted by Yangtze (# 4965) on :
 
I'm looking forward to it.

Don't forget it's BYO for booze - can be purchased in the bar below the restaurant (where we're meeting) or brought with.
 

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Posted by M. (# 3291) on :
 
We'll be there!

M.
 

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Posted by Deputy Verger (# 15876) on :
 
Any more curryheads?

Booking stands at 16 - if M=2 I think we are hoping for 15, so that's fine, but I will confirm it later today if they don't call me to do so.

See you all tomorrow!
 

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Posted by Deputy Verger (# 15876) on :
 
No more takers?

Reservation confirmed - one big table at 6.30 in the restaurant, although as WW wants an early night I think some of us will be convening in the bar from 6.00pm. The reservation is in the name of SHIPMATE.

A meal from the set menu is £14 a head. The chap said it is a "good deal".

And as previously mentioned, the restaurant is not licenced but you can bring your own, either from the bar or from "Tesco or whatever".

NOTE: CASH ONLY - NO CARDS!
Location map and contact details.
 

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Posted by rosamundi (# 2495) on :
 

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Originally posted by Deputy Verger:
No more takers?

Reservation confirmed - one big table at 6.30 in the restaurant, although as WW wants an early night I think some of us will be convening in the bar from 6.00pm. The reservation is in the name of SHIPMATE.

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Originally posted by Deputy Verger:
No more takers?

Reservation confirmed - one big table at 6.30 in the restaurant, although as WW wants an early night I think some of us will be convening in the bar from 6.00pm. The reservation is in the name of SHIPMATE.

A meal from the set menu is £14 a head. The chap said it is a "good deal".

And as previously mentioned, the restaurant is not licenced but you can bring your own, either from the bar or from "Tesco or whatever".

NOTE: CASH ONLY - NO CARDS!
Location map and contact details.

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Thank you! I'll pop into the cash point on my way there. See you all shortly

Tubbs
 

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Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :
 
In the process of gorging yourselves now, then?



Hi to everyone!
 

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Posted by Deputy Verger (# 15876) on :
 
Just ordered still waiting for you! Spike in particular says hi. Everyone pleased to hear from you! Here comes the food now....
 

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Posted by Tree Bee (# 4033) on :
 
Have a good time everybody - wish I was there!
 

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Posted by Gussie (# 12271) on :
 
Just got home. Great evening with lovely food and even better company.
 

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Posted by Enigma (# 16158) on :
 
Jealous!! Glad you had a great time though.
 

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Posted by rosamundi (# 2495) on :
 
Lovely to see everyone and thank you all for donating the extra money from dinner to my lunatic sponsored cycle ride!

the page is here and the latest donation is £20 from "Ship of Fools"
 

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Posted by Tubbs (# 440) on :
 
Well, that was fun - great people, fabulous food ... Am totally stuffed though.

Thank you WW and Pete for the chilli powder.

Tubbs
 

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Posted by Yangtze (# 4965) on :
 
Well that was fun.

Bit pisht now. We were on our way out and then some certain Baptists suggested one last drink which turned into two. Well M & I did have our birthdays to drink to.

Fab to see Wodders surrounded by Shippies. Do wish he'd brought some of the Indian heat over though.

Big thanks to Deputy Verger for booking and sorting out the bill paying.

[ 16. May 2012, 22:47: Message edited by: Yangtze ]
 

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Posted by M. (# 3291) on :
 
Yes, lovely evening everyone. Sorry to lead you astray, Yangtze, I don't recall very much opposition...

Oh and happy birthday!

Lovely to meet you, Wodders, and thanks for the chilli powder - I understand I owe thanks to PeteC too. And I add my thanks to Deputy Verger for organising everything.

M.
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Yes, thanks to Deputy Verger for the booking, etc., thanks to you all for coming and making it a memorable evening and thanks to the lovely waiter who looked after us so well. It was great to see an old friend [Yangtze] and to meet the rest of you. Happy Birthday belatedly to M. and today to Yangtze. Lovely to see Moonlitdoor as well.

I got on to the station in time to see my train disappearing so had to wait another 30 minutes but it is a very good service.

Off to see Pingu, I hope, today.
 

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Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :
 

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Originally posted by Welease Woderwick:


I got on to the station in time to see my train disappearing so had to wait another 30 minutes but it is a very good service.

Off to see Pingu, I hope, today.

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Running would be dangerous at your age and weight.


Give Herself a hug from me. Also the Smudgelet.
 

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Posted by Smudgie (# 2716) on :
 
I have been told to look out for a strange man in a ridiculous green hat.... I think I may forget to take my glasses.
 

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Posted by Curiosity killed ... (# 11770) on :
 
Photos - it was nice meeting Welease Woderick and seeing everyone else again. I think I've included reasonably nice pictures of everyone there.

[ 18. May 2012, 05:35: Message edited by: Curiosity killed ... ]
 

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Posted by Yangtze (# 4965) on :
 
Nice pics. Particularly like the one of Mr M / Macarius. And the ones of the guest of honour.
 

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Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :
 

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Originally posted by Yangtze:
Nice pics. Particularly like the one of Mr M / Macarius. And the ones of the guest of honour.

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That porcine old guy at the head of the table?
 

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Posted by daisydaisy (# 12167) on :
 
Lovely pics - especially the "Guest of Honour" one. Sorry I couldn't make any of these meets.
 

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Posted by Gussie (# 12271) on :
 
Like the photos, Curiousity Killed. Thanks for posting them.

[ 18. May 2012, 20:04: Message edited by: Gussie ]
 

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Posted by daisymay (# 1480) on :
 
And it was really nice there and the pictures show how good it was. I was sad to have to leave a bit early, even though it was "essential" for me...
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
We all left very soon after, daisymay, as I has a train to catch.

Thanks for the photos CK.
 

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