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Am a contradiction of sorts. i love going out and having a good time with friends, and i can also stay home chill out over a book or a movie.. Am very passionate about writing, so give me a topic and watch me float away into wonderland... I Am crazy about music,books,friends and my doggie... :)

Saturday, August 27, 2016

Madrasweek at Southern Spice, Taj Coromandel, Chennai



madras nalla madras
methuva poravuga yaarumille
inga sariya thamizh pesa aalumille
aambalaikkum pombalaikkum vithyasam thonalle
aniyayam aathadiyo....................

is the song that comes to my mind whenever i hear the word Madras and that is how I like to refer to my city as well. Chennai doesnt really do it for me. And so when Taj Coromandel announced the #madrasweek festival at Southern Spice I was quite curious to see what they had whipped up. 

Before we dive in, let me tell you this is one restaurant that will wow you with their dishes and a visit you will remember for a long time to come. 

They have created a separate a la carte menu showcasing the signature dishes from Madras  and everything down to the filter kaapi at the end had me feeling right at home. Here is a visual journey of the evening that was...



The variety of vadams [fryums] served with four kinds of chutneys... 


The yummilicious kozhukattai [with the sweet coconut jaggery filling]


Banana dosa, kuzhi paniyaram and adai served with a super spicy chutney


The main thali - Kaikari kadamba salna (Vegetables simmered in a traditional Coconut curry); Madras Urlai Kara Kari (Baby potatoes roasted crisp and tossed with tempered spices); Vadacurry with set dosai, along with  few other side dishes that were delectable and delicious...  I also had egg kothu parotta.. 

The desserts- Kasi Halwa [ made with white pumpkin] and Payasam [rice milk sugar]

The hot filter kaapi

If someone were to ask me what the flavours of Madras were, I would direct them straight to Southern Spice to taste their dishes. It doesnt matter if Madras week was over, their menu is quite extensive and oozes with the flavours of the city and the region. The Chef and staff will give you insight into the dishes which adds to the whole experience... As they say food is goes beyond just food, it is all about the history, culture, traditions and more...

Address:
AddressTaj Coromandel, 37, Mahatma Gandhi Salai, Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600034
Phone044 6600 2827

Disclaimer: The reviews posted on this blog are based on my personal experience. Also remember these were just my views!! Remember, no two palates are the same. Bon Appétit :-)
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