I first visited Carlton Curry way back in 2010 with a very good friend. It's located in my old neighbourhood in Carlton. To be precise, it's on 108 Lygon Street, Carlton. You'd miss it if you don't look carefully. It's just 5 minutes walk from Melbourne's CBD.
It's a real wonder. It's been voted as Melbourne's second best Indian restaurant. The food is truly magnificent - fresh, flavoursome, aromatic and you can feel the love that went with the cooking.
The owner, Ms Peggy Wynn, cooks, serves and make home deliveries. She is a superwoman. I've known her since I first came to Carlton Curry, and the relationship has so far endured two years later. Likewise, the lovely Rupa - one of the waitresses - has been a great friend to me. Carlton Curry would have to be one of the few places in Melbourne that I sincerely felt authentic customer care.
Last weekend, I took my supervisor, colleagues and friends to have dinner at Carlton Curry. I promised Peggy that I will take as many friends as I can to her restaurant, and I do not expect anything in return. I just want her business to be successful, so that I can keep coming to enjoy the marvellous food. To my surprise, Peggy gave us discounts. The following day, she phoned me to thank me and my friends for coming to her restaurant. She is truly amazing.
I know that a lot of businesses are doing it tough, and Carlton Curry is not an exception. I would be devastated if this establishment ever closes down. It's not very often that one would find authentic meals complemented with authentic service. The prices are reasonable, and the quality never changes.
Food to me is very powerful. Food is a symbol of hospitality. It is a powerful instrument that can either unite us in celebration or divide us in famine. I encourage everyone to support local businesses that provides good food. Let's celebrate their service, and glorify food as a divine nourishment for our body.
