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Namaste Holi

Namaste Holi

Holi is an ancient sacred Hindu festival often referred to as the Festival of Spring, Festival of Colours or Festival of Love. Holi is typically...

Maha Shivaratri

Maha Shivaratri

The festival of Maha Shivaratri, meaning ‘The Great Night of Shiva’, is believed to have originated in the 5th century BC in honour of Lord Shiva-...

Lohri – Fire and spice

Lohri – Fire and spice

At Namaste, whether you drop in for a warming and award-winning Masala Chai and spicy Cinnamon Knot or join us for lunch or dinner, we see every...

Masala Chai – The Tea of Life

Masala Chai – The Tea of Life

When launching an Indian restaurant in the heart of Glasgow, it was easy to get carried away by ideas - the amazing dishes we could create, the...

Incense

Incense

Incense – an aroma that’s heaven scent! From the gentle sound of running water to the relaxing drone of the sitar, the captivating flicker of a...

Bollywood

Bollywood

Bollywood – India’s blockbuster film industry For almost a century, Bollywood has offered entertainment, excitement and escapism for millions of...

The Marigold

The Marigold

The Marigold – symbol of the sun With their vibrant range of orange hues, the marigold is seen as a representation of the sun. From Mumbai to...

The Sitar

The Sitar

The sitar - strings that sing Walking into Namaste by Delhi Darbar there is no doubt in our mind that you will be moved by your surroundings. From...