Meat

john.sw · Sep 24th, 2005, 06:17

Meat is available in cities, towns, villages and in the countryside.

If you want it fresh, have it killed for you or kill it yourself. Many butchers have live chickens for sale, so get one and you'll know it is fresh.

If you want mutton, or any other meat, the butcher will butcher it before your very eyes, and as you are cooking it yourself, you can make sure it is well-cooked (and therefore bacteria free) before eating it.

If you suddenly turn veg on arrival in India you won't stand any less chance of picking up a bug, and your system will have a huge shock that may confine you to the lavatory for days!

Aussie 5 · Sep 24th, 2005, 07:09

Hi, I'd appreciate any feedback on the quality of India Rail catering, particularly the standard of the 'non-veg' food.

wonderwomanusa · Sep 24th, 2005, 13:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aussie 5

Hi, I'd appreciate any feedback on the quality of India Rail catering, particularly the standard of the 'non-veg' food.

I ate my share of non-veg meals on the trains, and never got sick.

Indojingai · Sep 24th, 2005, 14:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by hoshii2000

What do most expats do in India? Do all of you go vegetarian for the duration your stay?

Also, can you find fresh meat if you live in a big city?

hoshii:
If you're going to buy the stuff to cook at home. Or even if only going to buy already cooked dishes from hotels to be served in home. Then I will advise you to invest in a microwave oven just for its germ killing efficiency. Heating any food for 2 minutes in a microwave will help a 'unhardened' gut. My 2 yen.

freenote · Sep 24th, 2005, 15:59

Always found the food on the Indian train system (veg/non veg)excelant and a good price .I might be as bold as to say ,better then British rail .Have you tried one of British Rails Breakfast Babs ,cardbourd!!!!!!!!!! Howe they get the food on the Indian trains i am not sure.May be one of those net things sticking out of the side of the train.A chapati catcher!!!!!

Nick-H · Sep 24th, 2005, 17:04

I don't think a domestic microwave will kill germs just with microwaves?

Food must be properly heated throughout to be safe, and 'warming' up is a great way to encourage bacteria.

Aussie 5 · Sep 25th, 2005, 03:18

Thanks for the responses - puts my mind more at ease. And yes, I can understand that it would not be difficult to improve on British Rail food!

edwardseco · Sep 25th, 2005, 04:52

A veggie myth to rationalize their sacrifice and lifestyle..

Sep 24th, 2005, 06:17	#31
john.sw Up in the hills with my head in the clouds... Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: India/UK Posts: 1,019	Meat is available in cities, towns, villages and in the countryside. If you want it fresh, have it killed for you or kill it yourself. Many butchers have live chickens for sale, so get one and you'll know it is fresh. If you want mutton, or any other meat, the butcher will butcher it before your very eyes, and as you are cooking it yourself, you can make sure it is well-cooked (and therefore bacteria free) before eating it. If you suddenly turn veg on arrival in India you won't stand any less chance of picking up a bug, and your system will have a huge shock that may confine you to the lavatory for days! __________________ www.nilgiris.asia your guide to the Nilgiris, Ooty, Coonoor, Kotagiri and Gudalur

Sep 24th, 2005, 07:09	#32
Aussie 5 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Brisbane Australia Posts: 278	India Rail Catering - Standard of Non-Veg Food Hi, I'd appreciate any feedback on the quality of India Rail catering, particularly the standard of the 'non-veg' food.

Sep 24th, 2005, 15:59	#35
freenote senior member refused Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: cornwall UK Posts: 1,601	Always found the food on the Indian train system (veg/non veg)excelant and a good price .I might be as bold as to say ,better then British rail .Have you tried one of British Rails Breakfast Babs ,cardbourd!!!!!!!!!! Howe they get the food on the Indian trains i am not sure.May be one of those net things sticking out of the side of the train.A chapati catcher!!!!! Last edited by freenote : Sep 24th, 2005 at 18:51.

Sep 24th, 2005, 17:04	#36
Nick-H Loud-mouthed, Noisy Bird Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 28,426	I don't think a domestic microwave will kill germs just with microwaves? Food must be properly heated throughout to be safe, and 'warming' up is a great way to encourage bacteria. __________________ . Just one member of the IndiaMike Mod Team

Sep 25th, 2005, 03:18	#37
Aussie 5 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Brisbane Australia Posts: 278	Indian Rail Catering Thanks for the responses - puts my mind more at ease. And yes, I can understand that it would not be difficult to improve on British Rail food!

Sep 25th, 2005, 04:52	#38
edwardseco Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Land that shakes and bakes. Posts: 4,436	A veggie myth to rationalize their sacrifice and lifestyle..

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