(Orange) Spicy Chicken Tandoori - 40g

In the vibrant tapestry of our family's culinary journey, the story unfolds with Pops, a man whose heart beat to the rhythm of spices and the heat of chilli. His fascination with food was more than a passing fancy; it was an all-encompassing passion that infused every aspect of his life. Nights at our family dinner table were a symphony of flavours, orchestrated by Mum, who knew Pops' penchant for the fiery kick of chilli. She made sure to set aside a portion of the meal just for him, a blank canvas waiting to be adorned with his unique palette of spices and additional ingredients. 

Pops' culinary prowess extended beyond the corners of our home. In the heart of East London, he realised his dream by running the kitchen of a restaurant named Gymkhanna. Here, he wove together the threads of his upbringing in Kenya and India into a culinary tapestry that delighted patrons from near and far. Among the myriad of creations that graced the menu, one dish stood out as a crowd-pleaser and a sell-out sensation: Mr. Singh's Spicy Tandoori Chicken.

The mere mention of this dish would beckon diners from across the country, eager to experience the magic that Pops had crafted from his rich culinary heritage. It became a culinary pilgrimage, and those fortunate enough to secure a plate were treated to a sensory journey like no other.

Pops' sons, drawn by the magnetic allure of their father's kitchen, took their turns working at the restaurant. It became a rite of passage, an opportunity to immerse themselves in the culinary legacy that Pops had built. During breaks, there was a ritual – a visit to the kitchen for a taste of the legendary Spicy Tandoori Chicken.

This iconic dish, a fusion of Kenyan street food memories and Indian culinary techniques, bore the stamp of Pops' genius. The marinade, a symphony of mind-blowing spices and flavours, clung to each succulent piece of chicken. Skewered and cooked within the searing heat of a tandoori oven, the result was a spectacle of culinary artistry.

The echoes of Gymkhanna also reverberated within the walls of our home during family BBQs. Pops, the maestro of the grill, recreated the magic, infusing each gathering with the spirit of joy, happiness, and dancing. The air would be filled not only with laughter but also with the irresistible aroma of spicy delights.

In these moments, Pops didn't just cook; he crafted memories. The Spicy Tandoori Chicken became more than a dish; it was a bridge between generations, a testament to the power of shared meals to bind families together. The legacy of Gymkhanna lives on not just in the restaurant's accolades but in the shared laughter, dance, and love that accompanied every plate of Mr. Singh's Spicy Tandoori Chicken – a dish that remains etched in the collective memory of our family.