Malli Pongal is a delicious twist on classic Pongal, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, a light snack, or a light dinner.
Coimbatore is in the heart of the erstwhile Kongunad region in Tamil Nadus south-western belt (that includes regions like Coimbatore, Salem and Erode).
From the frenetic streets of Triplicane and Mylapore to the beaches at Besant Nagar and the iconic Marina, each street food hub has its own story to tell.
It was in Coimbatore that I tried Spot Idli after my first brush with this dish in Hyderabad. This was a dish that originated on the streets of Hyderabad where it's also called Tawa Idli.
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There are different versions across the state and almost every home has its own variation of this hearty fish dish that is the ultimate food craving for Tamilians across the world.
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Many homes across South India typically serve panaka, buttermilk, and moong dal salad or kosambari during Ram Navami celebration.
Many train commuters from Thanjavur to Madras (now Chennai) packed these crunchy snacks for their overnight journey. It's why the name Pattanam Pakoda has stuck.
Duck Mappas is a quintessential signature dish from Central Kerala. This is a dish you're likely to find at toddy shops around Kochi, Alappuzha and Kottayam.
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The rava idli didn't just become a part of restaurant menus in Bengaluru and Chennai but also became a popular 'tiffin' snack across South India.
Badusha is quite similar to the Balushahi, which comes with an indent in the center that makes it resemble a South Indian-style vada.
Meen Manga Pothi is a healthier version of the pollichathu that does not involve a frying process. In that sense, it's closer to the steamed Fish Amok.
I am the proverbial slashie - a Content architect, writer, speaker and cultural intelligence coach. School lunch boxes are usually the beginning of our culinary discoveries. That curiosity hasn’t waned. It’s only got stronger as I’ve explored culinary cultures, street food and fine dining restaurants in some of the world’s most remote corners. From fresh seafood in Hokkaido, Japan to Pub crawls in European beer capitals like Munich and Prague, I’ve discovered cultures and destinations through culinary motifs.
During my stint with NDTV Food, I've enjoyed sharing recipes, stories, international food trends and culinary discoveries from across the world, as well as deep diving into southern India's rich culinary heritage. I am equally passionate about writing on consumer tech and travel.