Topic: A lesson in my local take-away

[jb]

After a lot of persuasion(ok nagging)I've finally managed to get myself a lesson in my local take-away(this Monday 17th).The place is not much to look at;it is a small take-away tucked away in the middle of nowhere,however the food is excellent.
 Not sure exactly what they will be willing to give away,I've explained that I've had some lessons before and I(hopefully)know the basics.
  I know my eyes will be everywhere....I hope they're ready to be bombarded with questions!!!!  I will keep you posted....

[solarsplace]

Wow JB!

I'm very excited for you!

Can you please keep an extra eye out for any and all use of oil such as skimming from the base to start the dish or a special oil or reuse etc?

Good luck

Regards

Russell

[chriswg]

I agree with Russell, that would be great to know.

Also, keep an eye on the time it takes to cook a curry. It can be very deceptive in a busy kitchen. It would also be good to note how much the garlic / ginger is cooked before the base goes in. Is it raw, light brown, dark brown e.t.c.

Have loads of fun, I'm sure they will regret asking you in by the end of it

[jb]

No probs trying not to build my hopes up too high don't want to be dissapponted until I get there and find out exactly what they're gonna show me.High on my agenda to ask about is oil,base sauce,marinades,gas heat...oh well you all know the score!!!

[Ramirez]

Any chance of a video?

[Malc.]

Well done indeed. Your eyes will be everywhere as you try to take in everything. Try and stay focused on whet you really need to ask. It's hard, I know, but hopefully you may get to return.

I asked if I could take photo's to which they obliged. Good thing as I some things are best explained in pictures.

[Razor]

Hey JB,

Good work again fella.

The beauty of this lesson, it will give you the chance to see how much variation there is between this and your home lessons.

Good luck.

Ray

[emin-j]

Excellent jb , at least take a pad and pen with you as you wont remember 1/2 of what you saw it's like Aladdin's cave in the kitchen and you wont know where to look first. 

[jb]

I'll be taking a pen and pad for sure.Not sure about video though,or even a camera to be honest.I don't want to scare them off thinking I'm doing something undercover or checking up on them if that makes sense.I just want to get my foot in the door and see how it pans out.Hopefully the offer of ready cash for some lessons might temp them.

[Peripatetic Phil]

I think that's very wise.  Probably best to ignore any scurrying sounds and unusual insects as well