Glassy Junction
A Glassy Junction; literally means the junction of drinks. This is a Punjabi term referring to "pub" and is used in the Doaba region. It’s a registered name in India, Europe and America. All such Pubs are owned by Punjabi people as the name has significance to the Punjabi people. The Punjabi touch of the name is due to word 'Glassy' which is a small strong 'Peg', noted in Punjabi songs of Balwinder Safri and A. S. Kang.
The pub in Southall was closed down prior to 2012 after being open since 1994. It was situated opposite the Sikh Gurdwara which was a bone of contention to the Sikh Community.
Other Meanings
The Punjabi men in particular are fond of drinking liquor and eating Namkeen. This is clear from 24000 Ahatas and liquor Vendors all over Punjab. The people make world style sitting arrangements for drinking wine and Desi. they want these arrangements be shared all over the world so they make Punjabi style sitting arrangements in many countries called Glassy Junctions.Also Glassy junction is place that reverberates with young energy. The pub features music from rollicking rock to pleasant pop melodies.