Experience the flavours of India at Des and Anju Raj's new restaurant Desi Tandoori Bites, which recently opened at 30 King St, Shepparton.
Originally from the Punjab in India, Des and his wife Anju had a restaurant in New Zealand for seven years before moving to Australia.
Des said the tandoor, or traditional clay oven, gave a delicious charcoal flavour to meat, seafood and breads.
``Although this style of cuisine originated in the Punjab, it has become popular throughout India,'' he said.
``The tandoor improves the taste of the meat or bread.''
Head chef Vicky Hundal, also from the Punjab, recommends the Tandoori Chicken (marinated in spices and yoghurt), Butter Chicken (finished with special spiced sauce), Lamb or Beef Korma (in creamy mild sauce with cashews) and Mixed Vegetables (with a special blend of herbs and spices).
Desi Tandoori Bites is open from Tuesday to Sunday for lunch from 11 am to 2.30 pm, and for dinner from 5 pm.
To make a reservation or order takeaway, phone 5858 5326.
Get your number taken off the call list
On receiving an email this week, it prompted us to remind readers that they can place their phone numbers on the Do Not Call Register.
Any numbers used for private or domestic purposes are able to be registered, whether mobile or landline.
Since the Do Not Call Register Act 2006, telemarketers must check their calling lists against the Do Not Call Register, and if they call a number on the list they may be in breach of the Act and may face penalties.
The Do Not Call website explains that registering will not stop all telemarketing calls to your number, and you need to be aware there are some organisations which are exempt from having to abide by the list, such as those acting in the public interest.
Be aware it takes about 30 days after you have registered before telemarketing agencies recognise your registration and stop calling.
To find out more information or to register your number, head to https://www.donotcall.gov.au/ or phone 1300 792 958.
Heywire invites youth to share stories
The annual Heywire competition organised by ABC Radio is on again and is calling for submissions.
Federal Member for Murray Sharman Stone is reminding young people across the electorate to share their stories.
``The 2009 winners have recently been announced and will attend the Heywire Youth Issues Forum in Canberra this month to develop their leadership and communication skills, take part in community-building activities and work on strategies to address important local issues,'' Sharman said.
``In past years, a number of local young people have been winners in the competition.
``This year, Nagambie resident Claire Winter-Irving was one of the winners with her radio story called A Country Town Has Very Few Secrets.
``Young people in Murray have some great stories to share; after all, we are a region rich in diversity, challenging conditions and strong communities.''
Entries are accepted in many formats, including film, audio, songs, text or photos.
For more details, phone 1800 262 646 or visit www.abc.net.au/heywire
Agency encourages face-to-face support
The Child Support Agency (CSA) will visit Shepparton on Thursday, February 18, so locals can discuss their child support matters face-to-face, without having to travel out of town.
CSA staff will be available for appointments at Centrelink, 298 Maude St, Shepparton, from 10 am to 3.30 pm.
Appointments are preferred for this outreach visit. This ensures staff can research individual cases and provide the best possible outcome on the day.
Those interested are encouraged to phone 131 272 to ask about the Shepparton outreach visit, and request a suitable appointment time.
Catholic Church opens door for welcome return
In a welcoming and non-threatening way, the Catholic Church is trying give its parishioners a lesson in its tradition as well as opening the door for interfaith dialogue.
The Catholics Return Home Program will start its sessions this Monday, February 15 to refresh and update parishioners who have not attended before or who wish to take friends to the church.
If you: were raised a Catholic but rarely attend church; feel separated from the church; would like to feel at home in the church again; or wish to know more about the church as it is today, then this could be your opportunity.
This Monday's session will be held at St Brendan's Catholic Church Parish Centre in Knight St, Shepparton from 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm.
For more details, phone the parish house on 5821 2633 or Mike on 5821 8914.
Loving donations with a difference
Stuck for a gift to buy your loved one this Valentine's Day?
ChildFund Australia's Donations with a Difference catalogue offers a range of unique gift ideas that will show your Valentine just how caring you are.
If it's flowers they love, why not buy them a whole tree?
For $51, you can buy six fruit trees for struggling families in rural Cambodia, which will not only provide much-needed nutrients for their children but also help to reforest their communities.
Prefer something cuddly?
Instead of buying a teddy bear, how about a gift of 10 baby chickens? These little chicks will also provide income opportunities for a family in Indonesia and they're cheep cheap at just $21.
Or maybe you're hoping to get cosy with your Valentine.
If that's the case, you might want to snap up three blankets for $52; they will help to keep children in Mozambique snug at night.
Buying your gift is easy, too.
Just visit www.childfund.org.au/gifts and make your selection. You will then be sent a card for you to give to your Valentine, detailing the generous gift you've bought on their behalf.
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