HOdown: Haldi Chowk 2/28 1pm, Middletown, NJ

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(Some of) you asked for it, so here it is… let’s lunch together at Haldi Chowk in Middletown on Saturday, Feb. 28th at 1pm. I’ve created this separate thread for planning purposes only. This is open to all and we each pay our own way (cash preferred). Also note that the restaurant is BYO.

If you haven’t read my recent post, there is a new chef/owner there and I was impressed by his approach to Indian food (healthier) and by the presentation of each dish. The decor? Meh. But as long as the food’s good, let’s go together!

PLEASE RSVP BELOW if you’re planning to attend and tell me how many people (your friends/family don’t have to be on Hungry Onion). For those who haven’t attended a HOdown in the past, it’s a great way to meet irl (as the kids say) and try new spots! Don’t be shy - we’re a welcoming group. :slight_smile:

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For some reason I can’t edit my original post, but if you have any allergies, ate vegetarian or gluten-free, please let me know so I can pass that on to the chef (he asked).

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Ah, that date is bad for me but i might be able to stop by and say hello. And eat an app.

In any event, have fun!

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I’m in! One for now. I’ll see if I can convince any of fam to join. Thanks for organizing.

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Sadly in Florida until March. Enjoy!

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Sorry, unavailable for this one

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I want to be in but this “healthy approach” thing is making me hesitant. Would you mind letting me know what the approach is? :smiley: Sorry if this is too demanding lol. I’ll probably come either way because I love seeing all of your beautiful faces

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No questions to answer - the food is DELICIOUS. We want to see your face too! (Seriously-did you read my post on the HC thread and see the pics?)

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Count me in (one person). People may want to note that the same shopping center has a Trader Joe’s a few doors down.

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Glad you can make it! And yes, that strip has Trader Joe’s on the northern end but the restaurant is close to Petco which is closer to the middle of the stores.

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I’m definitely in. Will have to check with Mr Bean and The Sprout.

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While you’re sitting around thinking about good food, why not join us on Saturday (48 degrees and sun) at Haldi Chowk?? :slight_smile:

Please reply by Thursday with any additional names and don’t forget to let me know if you have any allergies so I can let the chef know.

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I just told my cleaners that they cannot reschedule my Wednesday cleaning to Saturday. :slight_smile:

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I’ll be there representing the Bean clan.

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Good timing, @MsBean! Here’s the list as of now - if any of you want to jump in, you have until 6pm today to do so. (@joonjoon ???)

@MsBean
@gracieggg
@eleeper
@CurlzNJ
@tomt - MAYBE?

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wish i could make it already booked ! Please post pics of food!

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I may stop by to say hi for a few minutes, we have another thing on the books that is a conflict.

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@CurlzNJ
@eleeper
@gracieggg

What a lovely lunch! The only thing better than the food - which was absolutely delicious - was the company. Hopefully we can get together more often.

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And here’s the Malaysian Curried Fish recipe that was requested: Throw 1 small onion (chunked), 2 cloves garlic, 4 dried chiles, 1/2 Tbsp dry coconut milk, 1/4 cup water, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 Tbsp coriander, 1 Tbsp cumin, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp ground peppercorns, 4 Tbsp lemon juice, 2 Tbsp almonds, and 3 Tbsp vinegar in a blender. Blend until smooth and mixed. Pour over a pound of codfish in a casserole dish, cover, and bake at 350F for 25 minutes.

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Lovely lunch and company!!!

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