The Surprise!

These are the first photos of the inaugural meeting of the MCC.

Our leader holds up the popadom showing the popadometer measurement of hole size. This follows strict scientific principles laid down by Dr Hadow and Professor Hobson.

The manager of the Curry Inn sports his tip for the evening - an MCC official waistcoat. Although he has lifelong membership of the MCC for his services to waiting (time-wise rather than bringing food!), he will not be joining us on future ventures.

The surprise, however, stems from the second picture. With all the empty beer glasses on the table. Why does Henry seem to have a full glass? Could he not keep up with the pace of the rest of us?

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The Regalia

What inspired Justin's decision to select the waistcoat and tie? Was it the fact that curry stains (or his other stains) would not show? Was it the thought that cat wee would only add to the experience? Or was he just, as usual, too drunk to relaise what he was doing?

We Curry No Favour

The whole concept of the Mango Chutney Club was conceived in Cafe Rasoi in late 2008. A small group of the founding members were surprised at the cloudy nature that they experienced within. Was this a one-off or the general atmospheric expectation of the venue?

At this stage, Demi-God Henry announced that a new decree had been set down demanding that a monthly census should follow to decide the best eatery in the Heathfield area.

It was very soon acknowledged that this venture was much bigger than just Heathfield (mainly due to the fact that Heathfield does not have enough Indian restaurants!

The dream was forming!

Another key factor in the creation of the club was the regalia. It just so happened that Justin had frequented many a dodgy retailer looking for certain clothing. On one such visit he viewed what is now the official waistcoat and tie. Taking one on approval, he presented it to many members (including his own!) and the legend began!

The dream came to fruition on Friday 13th February 2009 - Long may it continue.