From: cbar40@vaxa.strath.ac.uk
Newsgroups: rec.sport.soccer
Subject: Re: Rangers//Leeds-GLASGOW
Date: 6 Oct 92 11:06:57 GMT
Organization: Strathclyde University VAX Cluster

In article <1992Oct6.020916.1@vaxa.strath.ac.uk>, cbas38@vaxa.strath.ac.uk writes:
> 
Bit of pish predictions where everyone knows that Leeds Utd. will do the Mighty
Glasgow Rangers good and proper but, and let me say this now, I will not be
pleased for it will not be good for Scottish football.

> Leeds fans please take note that the pubs are open till midnight (allday/
> everyday), don't serve those pishy beers, sell 1/4 gills, kebab shops/
> 4-in-1's/boiled hamburger and salmonella  stalls are all open very late 
> and finally, the polis don't take too kindly to neds......Have a nice
> day, anyway. Care to elaborate Dan ?  You are a bit of a tourist information
> specialist.
> 
> Sandy Mackinnon

Indeed Sandy, welcome to Glasgow fans of Leeds (or indeed Stuttgart - hope it's
the Germans) the shining star of West Central Scotland where a firm base of
narrow minded bigotry is subtley blended with the charm and panache of the
Paris Street Cafe.  Visiting fans on this European night can enjoy just some of
the following alternative venues rather than listen to 45000 blue clad
gentlemen reminiscing about The Sash My Father Wore - truly a moving sound
somewhat akin to Land of my Fathers at C.A.P.

Anyroad for the travelling fan of racing there is a chance to sample the canine
variety at the highest level.  Set in a leafy suburb, Shawfield Stadium (ex
home of the nomadic Clyde FC) is the true home of the greyhound scene.  Forget
about Crayford or Harringay - come enjoy a traditional meal of mutton pie and
peas in convivial surroundings (similar in fact to Hampden Park but on a
grander scale) before retiring to the Tote Bar where a campari and soda can be
sipped in this most pleasant of bars.  Take time to discuss Burns or Scott with
some of the Aye Friendly Natives before indulging in the long time favourite of
a punt on trap 5 - it never fails.

Ensuring that your taxi is booked well in advance and is sitting doors opened
and engine running prepare to be whisked of into a city centre which is just
coming to life.  If in luck The Match will be coming out and you too can
witness the vanquished Glasgow Rangers fans wish the visiting support well as
they share some local cocktails served in one of the many fine bars - highly
recommended come the pubs of the Merchant City area (a recently refurbished and
highly prestigious part of town) for example The Old College Bar or The Black
Bull on the historic High Street or the irrepressible Strathduie on Blackfriars
St.  Each of these pubs has it's own character and allows the clientel to feel
comfortable whilst playing intriguing bar games such as Dominoes, Ponnies or
Darts.  DON'T however play the locals for money as they are cheeky rascals, old
imps who'll - in Glagow parlance - skin yi.  Finally to appear like a true
Glaswegian order up either a Buckfast (with a spoonful of Andrews) or an El D.
a truly magnificent Rich White experience.

Thus our evening in Glasgow draws to a close, but before retiring, why not take
the opportunity to go for a late night snack in one of the many eateries open
well into the small hours.  Whilst in the High Street localle try the Cafe
Oriental for a mix of freshly prepared pakora and kebab (mmmmmm!) take care
however not to pick up a few ounce of hashish in the process - this restuarant
recently being the subject of some fine investigative journalism in the leading
Scottish newspaper - The Sunday Mail.  If your tastebuds demand something more
Scottish (and you can't face a curry) then head for one of the Blue Lagoon
chain where you will be served a deep fried delight to order - recommendations
must include here the deep fried pizza with pickles on the side.

I hope your trip to Glasgow is indeed a pleasant one - DAN TOURS accepts no
responsibility for anyone who travels to the above venues - the final section
on nightclubs I leave unwritten (being one who cares not for hot sweaty action)
but I suggest you telephone Ibrox Park directly and ask to speak any of the
younger players who I believe are wont to wander there of an evening.


In football,

Dan
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