The great curry debate: which beer is best?

We love curry houses and we love beer gardens – with over 2.1 million pints served in curry houses across the UK every week, so the two definitely go together!

What’s your go to beer when you’re tucking into a curry or settling down for a takeaway? Here at the Rupali we take a look at some of the best curry beers available:

Kingfisher

This slightly spicy lager also has a sweet tang which means Kingfisher perfectly complements mild Indian food such as tikka masala.

Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout

Letf Hand’s Nitro Milk Stout is full bodied with an almost mocha sweetness which we thinks goes perfectly with chicken tandoori.

Mongoose IPA

If you’re a fan of a vindaloo, the citrus and fruity flavours of Mongoose IPA taste brilliantly with spicy dishes.

Cobra

We can’t forget the curry house favourite – Cobra! With a gentle fizz it works well with creamy and nutty curry dishes, such as a korma.

Thornbridge Jaipur IPA

Taking a drink of Thronbridge Jaipur is an elegant experience and the citrus flavours also go well the nation’s favourite chicken tikka masala.

Blue Moon

As soon as you open a bottle of Blue Moon you can smell the orange trees and it accompanies an aromatic Rogan Josh dish perfectly!

Pilsner Urquell

If you’re ordering a takeaway Jalfrezi, then we recommend treating yourself to a bottle of Pilsner Urquell alongside the tomato, onion and garlic flavours.

We hope you enjoy the list of beer recommendations for our tasty curry menu but make sure you always drink responsibly.

Which beer will give you the taste of India? Let us know your favourite beer to accompany your curry by commenting or tweeting us at @RupaliCuisine

April Fools!

We got you – it’s April Fools!

Will we see over the Bank Holiday weekend?

Are you excited for the 4 day weekend coming up over Easter? It’s time to spend time with family and friends with a well needed break from work.

In between stuffing your face with the chocolate eggs the Easter bunny delivers, pop over to the Rupali for a delicious curry and a drink to truly treat yourself or order a takeaway to give yourself a break from cooking.

Have you given something up for lent? After Thursday 2^nd you can celebrate your efforts and we think an Indian dish is the perfect reward – but don’t just take our word for it:

‘Never have a takeaway from anywhere else, always an amazing meal. Thank you 😊’

Annette, Coventry

‘It was great service thank you very much, we had a lovely time. The food was fantastic; it was my first taste of Indian food and I absolutely loved it!’

Jessica, Coventry

‘An excellent restaurant with friendly, attentive staff – will definitely visit again next time I’m in Coventry.’

John, Wellingborough

‘We both enjoyed a very nice evening with each other, it was excellent all round. Such a pleasant and relaxing environment, we even made room for the good choice of deserts. Thanks everyone at the Rupali, Rob and Sarah.

Rob, Coventry

‘Stopped over in Coventry for business and had a very nice meal with highly commendable staff.’

Brian, Chippenham

Have you visited us recently to dine-in or for a takeaway? We’d love to receive feedback from you so we can continue to improve our service and menu.

Leave a review on the Rupali Restaurant TripAdvisor page so we can hear your opinions first-hand.

Top 10 curry facts!

You should know by now that we love our curry at the Rupali Restaurant and when someone says ‘I fancy an Indian tonight’, our hearts skip a beat in excitement.

But how well do we know our curry?

The nation’s favourite dish has been in the UK for more than 200 years now so we’re going to impress you with our tikka trivia!

1. The word curry comes from a Tamil word – kari or karil – meaning spiced sauce.

2. The world’s biggest curry weighed 13 tonnes and was a biryani which included 187lb of chillies and 6600lb of rice – we wouldn’t fancy pushing the shopping trolley for that! It was cooked in New Dehli in June 2008 and needed 60 chefs, 3 cranes and a 3ft high furnace to cook it.

3. The Chicken Naga is one of the hottest dishes ever known to man as it is made with Naga pepper seeds. On the Scoville Scale, these seeds measure more than 100 times hotter than jalapeño peppers.

4. Chicken tikka masala is the UK’s most popular curry dish served in restaurants with a ratio of 1 in 7.

5. A poem was genuinely written about curry in 1846 called ‘A Poem to Curry’ by William Makeplace Thackeray and was a recipe for veal curry.

6. We bet you didn’t know there is debate about how invented the chicken tikka masala. For years it was accredited to a couple in Birmingham in the 1970s that couldn’t handle spicy authentic Indian cuisine, however in 2009 a group of MPs claimed it was from Glasgow…

7. Bradford is currently the Curry Capital of Britain – we want to change that to Coventry!

8. The largest naan bread ever made was the equivalent of 167 normal sized naan breads! It took over 10 hours to finish and needed 12 chefs to cook it. Imagine how much curry you could mop up with that…

9. There are actually more curry houses in London than in Mumbai and about 10,000 restaurants throughout the UK serving curry – the Brits sure do love a good spicy dish.

10. The first curry house in England was opened in 1810 but the best Indian restaurant was opened in Coventry and called the Rupali…

Spring into March with the Rupali

February may be the shortest month but it sure has flown by – we can’t believe that is March next week! And with the new month comes spring – does that mean the weather will become nicer?

It’s time to dust off those cobwebs for a good old-fashioned spring clean and why not reward yourself for your efforts with delicious meal at your favourite Indian restaurant, the Rupali!

Don’t just take our word for it – listen to feedback from our amazingly loyal customers:

‘Best curry in the city – that’s for sure!’

Tracy, Coventry

‘We had an extremely enjoyable evening, with friendly staff and gorgeous food.’

Mary, Coventry

‘One of the best meals we have had- very, very good!’

Mr & Mrs Beatson, Sheffield

‘Excellent food and service at the Rupali, there was lots of tender meat in the curry – mhmm delicious!’

Bob, Kenilworth

‘The evening was amazing as my girlfriend agreed to be my wife. Atmosphere and ambience, food service and pianist were perfect for the proposal.’

Stephen, Coventry

Have you visited us recently to dine-in or for a takeaway? We’d love to receive feedback from you so we can continue to improve our service and menu.

Leave a review on the Rupali Restaurant TripAdvisor page so we can hear your opinions first-hand.

5 fun things to do in Coventry on Valentine’s Day

If you hadn’t heard about it all ready, Valentine’s Day is coming up fast and it’s the day dedicated to showing your partner how much you love them (even though we love curry 365 days a year!)

This year we think you should ditch the shop-bought card and plan some fun things to do in the Coventry, here’s some inspiration for you to make it a February 14^th to remember:

5. Replace the card with a love note

Let’s be honest, we all resent spending £5 on a mass produced card every year. Let’s ditch the last-minute supermarket purchased card and replace it with a romantic love note.

Leave it by their bed so when they wake up it’ll be the first thing they see to brighten their day.

4. Prepare a breakfast picnic

Coventry in February may not scream picnic paradise but who said it had to be outside? Pack a basket with your favourite foods, cover your living room floor with a picnic cloth and scatter cushions, and you can even light candles to set the mood.

3. Treasure hunt

Write each other a series of notes to your favourite places in the city that you have a memory connected to. The treasure hunt will add a fun twist to an otherwise normal day.

Hint: list your favourite things off our menu and let them follow their stomach.

2. Costa del Coventry

Escape chilly Coventry without even leaving the city; create a ‘mini-moon’ with your loved one by dressing as if you were on holiday, eating the food you want and decorate your house in your favourite holiday theme – do we hear Caribbean palm trees?

If you’re inspired by a spa retreat, why not save the pennies by treating each other to an idealistic massage.

1. Wine and dine your better half

Going out for dinner is the traditional thing to do on Valentine’s Day but why don’t you add some spice to the occasion by visiting the Rupali!

We are hosting a special Valentine’s Day menu on February 14^th; for just £29.95 per person you can enjoy a three course dinner in a romantic ambiance.

Love will be in the air as you indulge in pappdum chutney, any starter and any main course with rice or naan. We heard it’s the hottest date in Coventry…

To book a romantic table for two, call now on 024 7642 2500.

Crawl out of hibernation for curry!

It might be January but that is no excuse for hiding yourself away! We love serving our customers all year round and it makes it all worth it when we receive fantastic feedback in person or over Facebook and Twitter.

We always want to continue improving as the crown for best curry restaurant in Coventry has the Rupali Restaurant written all over it!

‘The Rupali came highly recommended and rightly so! Thank you!’

Paul, Coventry

‘Thank you for the best meal I have ever had. I wish there was a Rupali here in Canada. Your staff was so friendly. We were even offered a free drink while waiting for our take away. The food was AMAZING. Keep up the good work. I know where I’ll be heading the next time I’m in Coventry.’

Mark, Canada

‘I could not fault the service or food. Always use restaurant and takeaway and would not hesitate to user again in the future.’

Laura, Coventry

‘One of the best curries I’ve had in years. Fantastic food and service.’

Brad, Hailsham

‘The lovely surroundings, décor & the helpful advice on meal selection made for an enjoyable and pleasant evening. Thank you Rupali!’

Erin Hills, Daventry

Have you visited us recently or planning to for Valentines? We’d love to receive feedback from you so we can continue to improve our service. Leave a review on the Rupali Restaurant TripAdvisor page so we can hear your opinions first-hand.

New Year resolutions: healthy lifestyle

Welcome to 2015! We are 1 week into the New Year and we wonder how many of you have already broken your New Year resolutions?

According to an article by NDTV, there are 10 common New Year Resolutions most people fail each year including going to the gym, not overworking and the instant-New-Year’s-Eve-regret, never drink again!

At the Rupali we believe you can set yourself healthy resolutions without having to give up your favourite curry restaurant!

Try these healthy lifestyle resolutions and you’ll still be able to have a delicious takeaway accompanied by poppadums and a Cobra.

1. Control your portion size

Want to carry on eating whatever you want while being health conscience? Downsize your portion size to curb overeating.

Use smaller plates to encourage yourself to pile less onto your plate and remember, everyone is allowed to treat themselves on weekend!

2. Get active

Inject more activity into your day and get that blood pumping. An average adult should aim for a minimum of 30 minutes of active exercise daily – do you do that?

Do a workout video on your iPad in your front room, walk instead of driving or take up a new hobby – it’s something you can do on your own or as a group of friends!

3. It’s time to quit smoking

Quitting smoking may be one of the hardest resolutions to stick with because it is incredibly challenging. Consider the health and economic benefits, and take advantage of all the help and resources readily available today.

4. Floss your teeth

Looking after your teeth is vital to enjoying a delicious meal, whether it is a sweet or savoury option off the menu. Bacteria in your mouth can lead to serious problems but one simple thing you can to do is floss your teeth to prevent gum disease and tooth decay.

5. Wear sun cream… all year round!

While Coventry and the UK don’t have the sunniest of climates but it doesn’t mean strong UV rays aren’t reaching you. Wear sunscreen even in winter; it could be within a moisturiser.

If you want to enjoy some heat and stay safe, a trip to the Rupali can spice up your life!

6. Think positive, feel positive

Having healthy and positive expectations is important to both your physical and mental health. Don’t push yourself too hard or put yourself down after a stressful day. Simply set yourself achievable personal goals and remember – a smile doesn’t cost anything! J

Help us create our own New Year resolutions by leaving feedback on our TripAdvisor account so we can improve in 2015!

The Rupali is for life, not just for Christmas

We’re staying warm this winter at the Rupali Restaurant by reading all of our customer’s wonderful feedback. We always want to improve ourselves so that we deliver the best Indian food and service.

We hope you visit us over the festive period, whether for a sit down meal or takeaway! From all of us here at the Rupali, we wish you a Merry Christmas and hope you have a Happy New Year!

Remember – the Rupali is for life, not just for Christmas:

‘Enjoyed our meal. Staff very friendly and very good service. Food is beautiful.!’

Deb, Coventry

‘Excellent food and service as always! We come here every year for our anniversary and it’s now a tradition we can’t break. Well done!’

Gillian, Coventry

‘Delicious sauce in the Paneer Tikka Masalla – I recommend!’

Nicki, Coventry

‘10/10 excellent, thank you!’

John, France

‘It was very nice- one of the best places I have been to for food and service.’

Andy, Ratby

Have you visited us recently or planning to over the Christmas period? We’d love to receive feedback from you so we can continue to improve our service. Leave a review on the Rupali Restaurant TripAdvisor page so we can hear your opinions first-hand.

Christmas in Coventry

The countdown to Christmas can begin now it is December 1^st! It is now perfectly acceptable to wear your Christmas jumpers, drape your house in tinsel and dance around the Christmas tree to ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You.’

Who are we kidding though – we bet you’re all already in the Christmas spirit!

We’ve taken a look at all the festive fun in Coventry this Christmas and picked out our favourites:

Magical Sleigh Ride, Heart of England Co-op

One of Coventry’s oldest stores has been transformed into a winter wonderland. Coventry kids will love the magical sleigh ride in Corporation Street.

This attraction has been popular for decades and still hasn’t lost its magic in 2014. Travel on Santa’s sleigh and immerse yourself in the magic today!

Santa’s Grotto, West Orchards

Want to meet Santa? At West Orchards you can even have a photo and watch a film about Rocket the Reindeer.

Santa’s Grotto will be open between 10am until 5:30pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays throughout December.

On Wednesdays the grotto will be open specially until 8:30pm so nobody has to miss out on seeing Santa this Christmas.

Coca-Cola truck, Brade Drive

The iconic truck from the ‘holidays are coming’ advert is parking up in Coventry on December 15^th.

The famous Coca-Cola truck will be at Asda in Walsgrave from 12pm until 8pm.

Aladdin, Belgrade Theatre

The pantomime season is hitting Coventry with one of the most popular of them all, Aladdin.

Join in with all the ‘he’s behind you!’ and boo the evil Abanazar at the Belgrade Theatre until Saturday 10^th January.

Oh No It Isn’t!, Belgrade Theatre

Here’s a panto for the adults! Oh No It Isn’t! is based around 4 actors who are performing a Christmas panto and it turns into a plot to kill each other…

This hilarious comedy is running until December 27^th so don’t miss this festive fun for grown ups!

Coventry Christmas Market, Broadgate

Between 10^th December and 24^th December the city will play host to a Christmas Market, seven days a week. Treat yourself to mulled wine, personalised Christmas gifts and world foods.

Late night shopping, City Centre

Struggling to fit in all your Christmas shopping? Most shops will be open until 9pm during late night shopping, with up to 20% off in some shops and restaurants.

It will happen every Wednesday until 17^th December and then the 18^th, 19^th, 22^nd and 23^rd December.

Rupali Christmas

We couldn’t miss out on the festive fun could we?!

Are you planning an office party? Make it one to remember by treating your work colleagues to our delicious curries. No matter what the party size, we can accommodate you!

We also have a special sitting on Christmas Day itself at 12:30pm for 100 people. At only £29.95 per head, can you really resist this festive feast? Contact us today to book!

We’re also running a Christmas Jumper competition for festive fashionistas out there…