The Spice Avenue

There is a fair amount of mysticism around the origin of Balti. The word Balti means ‘Bucket' which bears no resemblance to the cooking dish the ‘Korai' similar to the wok from which the Balti developed.
 

It is believed that the style of Balti cooking started in the northern region of Pakistan in the state of Kashmir, from where it then spread throughout the Indian subcontinent and the rest of the world (Wolverhampton UK ) and now in Birkdale Australia. The regions close proximity to China the home of the Wok may no doubt have influenced the development of the Balti.

 

We at the Spice Avenue, Birkdale take pride in our quality and high standards of traditional Balti cooking. We specialise in a variety of Balti dishes cooked in the traditional way using only the finest and freshest of ingredients to ensure your complete satisfaction. Although many Balti names resemble curries which are served in the Australian-Indian restaurants, there is no similarity to the taste or cooking methods which are used in The Spice Avenue. This formula of cooking and presentation has been practiced in our UK branch since 1980.
 

 In comparison to the days when the curry experience was a late night wrestle with a chicken vindaloo, cooled by a liberal amount of chilled lager, the Balti experience is one of subtlety yet spicy where you can taste the flavor of the food rather than the heat of the chilies.
 

At the Spice Avenue like any other genuine Balti restaurant in the UK there is no need to dress to impress. Good food overrides formality and décor. The aim is to make you feel at home whilst enjoying the food and drinks of your choice at a price that is easy on your pocket.
 

We hope you enjoy the Balti experience!

Please note that The Spice Avenue is a licensed restaurant but we also allow BYO bottled wine. It is wise to book your table in advance if choosing to dine on a weekend.