How can I prevent ponginess?

[pongwhiffy]

I've arranged to go out for an Indian meal the day before an important event where its essential that I don't smell of garlic or anything untoward. Is this foolish? Should I cancel? Or is there anything I can do to avoid whiffiness the next day?

I know this isn't strictly S&B but it doesn't strictly feel like 'health' either.

TIA

'anything untoward' ?

Gargle with bicarb of soda and vinegar?

Don't do this .

I agree, Big HRH - 'anything untoward' sounds not as I meant it to. I simply meant that I'm aware that if you're going for an interview or anything where you need to make a good impression you shouldn't smell of garlic, onions, etc. And I was wondering if there's a failsafe way of not doing after eating a pungent meal. That's all I was meaning. My own cooking is quite pungent and I'd be as concerned about that in these circumstances.

Try sticking to a masala or tikka dish..they don't seem to have the side effects some dishes do. The stronger the curry, the stronger the smell. OR shower and douse yourself in perfume (IME this can be worse than a curry smell ).

If you are thinking about this just cancel or switch to a different restaurant.

Thanks, folks. I've rearranged the dinner so now worries now.