Metro Mart Good Food Spl November 2017

METRO mart Volume 7 Issue 05 `50 November 2017

T H I R U VA N A N T H A P U R A M

METRO Food Awards Your Efficiency Recognized

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Ayurveda harmony of

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Inspired

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A DIVISION OF HAPPY & RUBY GROUP

 Foreword

Dear Readers The ‘sadhya’ is a feast distinctive to the state. The traditional vegetarian repast served on a banana leaf, is integral to the Malayalee festivities. Today, the somewhat conventional and old-fashioned capital city of Thiruvananthapuram has developed a more modern outlook and we shall elaborate on a variety of gastronomical outlets that are accessible to the discerning diner. Cuisine from different regions in India as well as from around the world are becoming popular with all sections of society and there is a selection of establishments in the city that cater to individual preferences.

Such diversity and abundance need to be assessed.

The Metro Food Awards fulfill an important role in recognizing excellence in the food industry. This is a unique endeavor, the first attempt to set a benchmark for eateries. It is a challenging task to evaluate participating establishments in the cities of Kerala; the best are recommended to the public who are encouraged to vote for their favorite venue. We have featured award winners in the ‘handbook’, a creditable feat indeed to be judged the best by professionals in the field.

Ayurveda, the science which many recognize as the initial healthcare system, is an integral part of Kerala. In the ‘handbook’ we introduce the reader to Ashtangahridayam, the practical interpretation of Ayurveda. The holistic treatment is gaining popularity across the world and many visitors to the state avail of the healing programs.

Our motto – ‘Atithi Devo Bhava’ (The guest is God); we welcome our guests and treat them with warmth and respect.

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Such diversity and abundance need to be assessed. The Metro Food Awards fulfill an important role in recognizing excellence in the food industry.

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CONTENTS Volume 7 - Issue 05 - November 2017

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Business Development Manager Ratheesh Kumar Manager-PR Raj Nijith Asst Manager- Sales & Marketing Jayaprakash RP Manager-Administration Sajith Sadasivan Corporate Office:Metro Mart Thiruvananthapuram MERA 44, Eanthivila Lane, Murinjapalam, Medical College PO, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 695 011 Tel: 0091 9995139933 / 9947733339 Email: metromart.tvm@gmail.com

20. All For A Unique Dining Experiencea 38. Glimpses of Food Award 58. Inspired Eateries of Thiruvananthapuram 76. Ayurveda harmony of body, mind & soul

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METRO Food Awards Your Efficiency Recognized

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Recognizing the

best in food

Winning a Metro Food Award is an outstanding achievement. It means that your product has been judged to be the very best in its category by renowned industry experts – and that really is something to shout about.

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he food business particularly of restaurants was receiving low recognition. This was mainly due to a lack of mechanism that could highlight the professionalism and dynamism involved.

However, there comes a time in life when acumen and skills has to be focused upon and the good showing of their workmanship needs to be duly rewarded.

This time, the diners shall be voting and acknowledging the efforts made by experts in the culinary field who have rendered good food and a good dining experience. ​Metro Food Awards does not happen to be an event of ordinary Business category.

It is a podium that shall recognise the culinary business and aid in brand building.

Being the first of its kind in the city, Metro Food Awards will be setting a benchmark in recognizing the performing restaurants.

It is a big challenge to evaluate the top restaurants and food joints in the cities of Kerala, and recommend the same to the public to vote for their favorite eating venue. Metro Mart is rising up to the challenge. ​ ny award function puts up competing A participants in the best spirit and tone so that it becomes a reference point in future award ceremonies. That’s the same at Metro Food Awards Summit, which would be an apt platform for the participants to showcase their potential and worth in appeasing the palate of the consumers who like to taste perfection.

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Significant Value to The Winners  Gain broad international recognition and significant market visibility  Distinguish your team, your company, and your innovation  Attend the annual awards ceremony and meet other business magnates  High visibility in the business media on your award-winning  Help to encourage, foster and mentor promising young entrepreneurs

For Nomination/Registration https://www.metrofoodawards.com Call + 91 9995139933/.7025076882

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ait is a favorite among people for its seaside location. The sea views along with delicious food and great wines. Bait is a restaurant at Vivanta by Taj-Green Cove, Kovalam. It is a perfect setting for a meal of all local and native specialties accompanied with wine alongside the Arabian Sea. Bait can be reached only within a few minutes from the main complex of Vivanta by Taj-Green Cove by golf cart or by walking.

The path that leads to Bait is edged with varieties of plants and palms. It has a silent and tranquil lagoon on one side while the majestic Arabian sea on the other side.

The hotel is situated on a hillock, draped in lush greenery and overlooking the sea. The hotel has two sections. One is the open-air section which is on the ground level while the other is on a higher-level set with a wooden structure.

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The food Bait is known as the paradise of seafood lovers because of its wide range of seafood dishes ranging from soups to appetizers, pizzas to platters. The biggest attraction is the ‘Unique Bait Experience’ where the chef cooks up a dish especially for the diner while keeping the guest’s choice of marinades, ingredients and preparation style in mind. The seafood that is served at Bait are all fresh and they are sourced each morning. Starting from prawns to Norwegian salmon, there are several dishes of each variety and more. The restaurant serves specialties of Kerala with spicy or mild marinades which are infused with local spices and prepared and served in the local manner. Malabar parotta is a local specialty that cannot be missed here.

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The dessert The choice of desserts is impressively sufficient ranging from cheese cakes to date halwa, from ice cream to a pudding of payasam style. Chocolate lovers will definitely choose the ‘Trio chocolate and hazelnut marquise’ which is a sumptuous combination of white, milk and dark chocolate layered with hazelnut.

The wine The menu comprising wine is small and comprehensive. It consists of sparkling red and white Indian as well as imported wines. The staff help the guests in pairing the wine with the food.

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Bait offers great food with good staffs along with sea breeze and background of music of the waves, a restaurant that charmingly steals the hearts of the guests! >> Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove Kovalam, G. V. Raja Vattappara Road,Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 695527, Tel :0471 661 3000

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“The Terrace�

Restaurant @The Leela Raviz Kovalam

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ituated near the Infinity Pool, this 24hour buffet restaurant offers the best of Asian, European, Indian and authentic Kerala specialties.

Try our Chicken Biryani, with fragrant rice and moist chicken, and Tandoor Prawns, fresh from the oceans below and smoked to perfection in our tandoor. Our chef also recommends Meen Pollichathe, kingfish in masalas cooked wrapped in a banana leaf.

From the Kerala galleys, try are the parottas in their many variations, light and fluffy, without a hint of grease.

Dine by the Infinity Pool, seated in the comforts of the air-conditioned spaces, or outside, exposed to the charms of the sea. Feast on the extensive range of dishes from a variety of cuisines including Asian, European and Indian. Try not to miss the authentic Kerala specialties in this 24-hour buffet restaurant.

Let the mesmerising settings of the deep blue sea and the Infinity Pool add to your experience. Our thoughtful attendants are always at hand, anticipating your needs through the course of your meal.

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>> The Leela Kovalam Kovalam Beach Road, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695527 T: +91 471 305 1234|

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Hotel Apollo Dimora Trivandrum flaunts two excellent restaurants - Café Hive and Dimora Vega –that are tailored to have customers palate 100% satisfied. Café Hive is a multi-cuisine restaurant and coffee parlour that remains operational from 7AM to 11PM and can house more than 100 people in one sitting.Dimora Vega is an exclusively vegetarian restaurant with a distinct kitchen of its own that ensures total assurance to vegetarians so that they don’t need to think twice before munching their favorite dish in the menu.

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Dimora has a pure vegetarian restaurant ‘Vega Dimora’ with a dedicated Vegetarian Kitchen and the utensils used here are also separately marked which will make Vega Dimora a standout restaurant for the pure vegetarians of the City.

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pollo Dimora – A unit of the Apollo Builders Group, the smart new Business Hotel right in the heart of Thiruvanathapuram.The hotel is situated opposite to the Central Railway Station and has been conceived keeping the minutest details in mind for the convenience of discerning guests especially the business and leisure travelers.

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otel Horizon is situated in Thiruvananthapuram, the Capital city of Kerala.

Restaurant Mira is a unique place where taste and good manners prevail. The professional services entails satisfying every wish of the Customers. Here they serve Indian, Continental, Chinese Cuisines. Mira Successfully Combines both a la carte and buffet dining. Each dish is carefully prepared and cooked by Master Chefs under the very strictest of hygiene controls.

Galaxy Lawn- Easily the best roof garden restaurant in Kerala. With lawns and landscaped gardens for the top-of-the world feeling and view.

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>> Hotel Horizon Aristo Road Thiruvananthapuram 695 014 Call : 91 471 2326888, 91 471 2323222, 91 471 2323242 Fax : 91 471 2324444

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‘Sadhya’ day @Mother’s

Veg Plaza.

Bakery Junction, Near Russian Culture, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695034,/Tel - 0471 401 2255

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with utmost care. Aqua Marine provides all varieties of Kerala seafoods. The delicious seafood there has received positive reviews from their guests. There is a choice of pastries, ice creams, and fresh juices at the Café Lobby.

The Lounge Coffee Shop is open 24 hours provides Pizza burgers, sandwich, and grilled seafood. Guests can enjoy their treats with a breath-taking view of the beach.

Those guests who would like to have a drink can make a visit to the Horse Shoe Bar. >> Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa GV Raja Road, Samudra Beach, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695527 TRO Phone:0471 248 3222 E FO

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he Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa attracts tourists to the heart of Kovalam with a lot of facilities. Especially, people love the place because of its unique features and ultimate services. Kovalam is one of the best choices for relaxation.

Adding to this is the delicious food at Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa. The guests at this ‘5-star beach hotel’ can enjoy a grand cuisine. The restaurants in UDS offer an array of buffet spreads for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa gives valuable service for their guests. The four restaurants of this hotel suits the diverse tastes and interests of the customers.

Their Grasshopper is an all-day dining restaurant and bar. The special feature of food and beverage in UDS is the Courtyard, pool facing restaurant serving continental delicacies. It has the largest collection of Kerala, Chinese, Italian, and Mughal variety foods. Guests can enjoy their dining in a cool and beautiful atmosphere.

The restaurant has an attractive view of swimming pool, and the green lawn. Special diet menu too is made available.

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pal - The Multi cuisine restaurant, An intriguing and classic place, Ruby Restaurant reinforces your idea of elegance and authenticity. Adorned with a nostalgic decor, a careful melange of the classic and the modern, it leaves you mystified. If you are swept away with the ambience, wait till you are served authentic Indian cuisine.

Soft and subtle, the music stimulates your appetite as you savour the true gourmet delights prepared with great care and passion.

ONYX- Unique Vegetarian Coffee shop, The coffee shop servers with coffee, snacks and other light dishers for the guests and other visitors in the hotel. Onyx is enriched with gorgeous ambience and specially arranged seats and cabins to enjoy the talks with a cup of coffee.

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hiruvananthapuram, the otherwise laid back capital of the state too is catching up with the changes that happen in the world all over. Normally it is a humble city with its age old charm of complacency.

But now the mood is one of upbeat .The young brigades of the district want to savor everything the world has to offer. So much so, the city saw the mushrooming of many a food joints and hangouts in and around… The Mexican, Chinese, Thai, and the Arab world find its way into the dining habits of the urbanite and semi urbanite folks .The growth in the socio economic status of the people also cater to this boom of food courts. The old Gopalan nair and his tea shop, where the village folks assembled to discuss international issues has become a myth. The age old saying even if you go to the moon you will find Gopalettan running a teashop there no longer holds good. Even the old hamlets are a passé. The

new gen gets to know of those cultures only through flick of that age. The Tamilians’ open kitchen joints where they serve tea and vada and the Bengalis who serve in moderate food parlours are the growing trends.

If you look at the evolution of thattu kadas or roadside fast food stalls, it can be traced back to three decades. This desi version of the fast food started as a means of food for bachelors and young migrants without family and as a cheaper alternative.

A research on thattukadas or thattus as affectionately called reveals us that it was popularized by Pai brothers in 1984. But the scenario has seen a sea change .If it was frequented only by bachelors and menfolk www.metromartdaily.com

A research on thattukadas or thattus as affectionately called reveals us that it was popularized by Pai brothers in 1984 now without any gender bias all and sundry rely on this humble jaunt for their dinner. As cine artist Navya Nair once said ‘all five star hotels taste bland, but each thattukadas are unique and each dish out different flavours’ .So it’s never tiring. While the majority of the thattus serve dosa chutmey ,sambar, rasam and rasa vada .Eateries that cater to the need of non vegetarians are also available.

Now those who missed out their dinner

till eleven o clock can go gaga over the delicacies awaiting you at manaveeyam veedhi .Many stalls are lined up for late diners and the traffic is through this road is closed after eleven .The project called foods on wheels is in full swing and it will be opened till three o clock in the morning after which its opened for traffic.

Another term that strikes a chord with anyone is the nadan or ethnic delights .Anything preceded with a nadan or thani nadan- the innate flavor is sure to tickle anybody’s palate. Sounds unsophisticated?

Hey! Come on, going traditional has become a fad. And it surely conjures up images of home cooked delicacies right?

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lucrative business. Food joints that serve burgers to pizzas to big and moderate restaurants that present world class cuisine has changed the façade of the city over the years.

Mexican delights ,Thai special ,Chinese flavours ,Arab food you may find a plethora of food stalls that invite you with signboards of mouth watering delicacies .But the end of the day it’s the kappa(tapioca) meen curry(fish curry) or appam chicken stew that steals your heart. The city also offers you karimeen polichathu (Fried pearlspot),thalassery biriyani,dum biriyani and palappams for the connoisseur of food.

The most happening places –the ccds or café coffee day outlets are also available for hangouts at the capital city .There are three of them in and around the city. As their adage goes ‘a lot can happen over coffee’ a perfect ambience is set for a perfect dating.

So impress your sweet heart by taking her to this brewing station and talk your heart out. Indian coffee houses or ICH as they are lovingly called also have come up in almost every places .But must confess that none of them have the romantic nostalgia the ICH at Spencer junction near University college the first one of its kind almost four decades back had. Even the super star Mohanlal was recently reminiscing the good old days they spent at the ICH. If serving kanji and payar was trendy a couple of years back, it’s now the season of pazhan kanji. Even now there are certain people who believe in the richness of Pazhankanji and have it for breakfast. If 22

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you cannot have it at the comforts of your home then don’t worry there is an outlet at Thiruvanathapuram that serves last night’s rice or pazhan kanji .

Having said all this don’t think the city has nothing for new gen diners. Dosas and its many avathars with toppings like that of pizzas and puttu with fish, meat, carrots and chocolate in between are all selling like hot cakes. Mobile eateries that serve porotta and chicken fry ,chilli chicken, gobi manjurian and paneer butter masal go well with youngsters and they wolf it down forgetting about the calories .Numerous out lets that allow you to chill out with ice creams , fresh juice along with sharjah , abudhabi line up every important centers.

Another thing that catches up with the changing times is the chappathi corners that have conquered every nook and corner of the city. Each one of it is doing a brisk business while families in the city are drenched in the Chandanmazha and other soaps (top chart serials) dished out by the different channels. Thanks to this growing trend, home cooked dinners have become a thing of the past. Online cut groceries and packed curries and the take away corners all show a different food culture hitherto unknown. It’s a great boon for all working mothers as they can relax at home after a day’s trial at office.

Yes, the old laid back city is in a bubbly mood, with spruced up restaurants and star studded hotels that serve class refined dine outs. Come on let changes sweep her off but her soul and the old way charm she flaunts will be like that for eternity. 

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conducted at Madras Tiffin Center are added attraction.

very guest would be reminded of the richness of authentic South Indian cuisine at Madras Tiffin Center. Evident by its name, the restaurant caters South Indian foods with authenticity. They have succeeded in offering a fusion in North Indian and Chinese dishes, giving customers a new variety for choice.

>> Madras Tiffin Centre Beside Federal Bank, KowdiarDevasomboard, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695003 // 0471 231 4040

The signature dishes include Ghee Masala Dosa, Royal Falooda and a thirst quenching Filter Coffee. The freshly cooked, amazing and tantalizing flavours offered by Madras Tiffin Center is an epitome of perfect “Home Style Culinary” and heaven for every South Indian Food love. ‘Kuzhi Paniyaram’ is yet another favorite amongst the guests.

It also serves North Indian Thali. Noodles, soup and fried rice find a place in the menu along with the Fluffy Idlis, and nutritious Pongal at Madras Tiffin Center.

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Conveniently located at Devasom Board Road, the Food Joint has home delivery option within 5-km radius. Food festivals

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Madrass Tiffin Centre Beside Federal Bank, Kowdiar-Devasomboard, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 695003 // 0471 231 4040

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The awesome ambience, fast service, and the delicious dishes make Salwa Dine a perfect choice of foodies. Soon the cityites can rejoice at the newly air-conditioned facility at Salwa Dine.

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This family restaurant has Chicken Tikka, Butter Chicken, and Dragon Chicken as their signature dishes. The restaurant also serves North Indian and Chinese food according to the customer’s requisites. The decently priced menu at Salwa Dine makes foodies visit this restaurant frequently.

Shawai Chicken is much sought after in this food joint. The variety of fresh juices offered here is taken care of by a separate section at Salwa Dine, which makes the service pretty fast. For those foodies residing within a 3-km radius can avail of the home delivery system.

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Handmade Masalas No Preservatives

365 Days Ela Sadhya Budget Food Take Away

Served in Earthen Pots

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Opp.Nirmala Bhavan School, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram Ph: 9495 09 4898, 9746 36 9444 info@rasavada.in www.metromartdaily.com

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assion for food industry is what made Mr. Hydam open Cocoa Bean Café. Not wanting to remain one of several, he has given several unique concepts for Cocoa Bean Café. Of course, the versatile menu and the delicious dishes stand out as the prime attraction. The summer season finds the restaurant offering cold towels for its customers as they get in to the café from the scorching heat. Free Wifi and the books

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kept on the shelf adds to the atmosphere and nice servicehere.A perfect blend of dining and café concept can be seen at Cocoa Bean Café.Cakes and cookies are displayed on separate counters.

Well for the foodies, Cocoa Bean Café’s specialty in Italian and Continental cuisine would be reason enough to visit the restaurant. Their signature dishesinclude Shepherd’s Pie, Turkish Chicken Shashlik,

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Fillet Di Manzo, Chicken/lamb/beef Stroganoff and Pizza DiCocktail. Soon Thai cuisine would feature in their menu.

The cafĂŠ offers a wide range of fruiteazers and appetizers. Mexican Chicken Balls, Andalusian Salad, Cajun Fried Prawns, etc., are some of the dishes at this restaurant.

For the veggies too there is a lot to choose from. This includes Pasta Siciliana, Fungo Caricata and Corn Chowder.

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Cocoa Bean CafĂŠ with its perfect ambience to relax and the variety of delicious dishes becomes the best place to unwind and have food.

Location: Opposite IOC petrol pumb, Kazhakkuttam. CT: 7356369860

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reached at 0471-4012255 or better yet visit this restaurant located at Bakery Junction, Thiruvananthapuram. No need to wait for the festival season to experience the richness of Kerala style Sadya.

very day is a ‘Sadhya’ day at Mother’s Veg Plaza. This vegetarian restaurant prepares food a variety of vegetables and Indian spices cooked to create tasty dishes.

The dishes served along with the boiled rice include Parippu, Sambar, Rasam, and Pulisseri. The side dishes include the traditional Olan, Kaalan, Pachadi, and Thoran. Boli and two or three kinds of Payasam – the traditional dessert – is served at the end of the meal. Mother’s Veg Plaza offers an assorted 15 curries on a tender banana leaf. The full course meal is quite appetizing and scrumptious. The vegetarian Sadya is healthy and nourishing.

>> Mothers Veg Plaza Bakery Junction, Near Russian Culture, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695034,/Tel - 0471 401 2255

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The regular and repeat customers keep the restaurant busy, especially during the lunch time. Mother’s Veg Plaza can be

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Metro Event

METRO Food Awards Kollam Distributed

Kollam saw its distinguished restaurateurs being recognized and acknowledged through ‘Metro Food Awards’ by Metro Mart in association with Kerala Tourism, Kollam DTPC, Kollam Tourism Promotion Society, and Kerafed.

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he food business particularly of restaurants was receiving low recognition. This was mainly due to a lack of mechanism that could highlight the professionalism and dynamism involved.

However, there comes a time in life when acumen and skills has to be focused upon and the good showing of their workmanship needs to be duly rewarded.

This time, the diners shall be voting and acknowledging the efforts made by experts in the culinary field who have rendered good food and a good dining experience.

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business and aid in brand building. Being the first of its kind in the city, Metro Food Awards will be setting a benchmark in recognizing the performing restaurants.

It is a big challenge to evaluate the top restaurants and food joints in the cities of Kerala, and recommend the same to the public to vote for their favourite eating venue. Metro Mart is rising up to the challenge. Any award function puts up competing participants in the best spirit and tone so that it becomes a reference point in future award ceremonies. That’s the same at Metro Food Awards Summit, which would be an apt platform for the participants to showcase their potential and worth in appeasing the palate of the

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consumers who like to taste perfection.

The ceremony conducted at Quilon Beach Hotel was presided by the Hon’ Mayor of Kollam Adv. Rajendra Babu and the awards were distributed by Kollam MLA M. Mukesh. The Hon’ Mayor informed that several initiatives are outlined for the development of the city, promoting its tourism potentials and ensuring cleanliness with public participation. He viewed that activities like ‘Metro Food Awards’ would energize the tourism sector in Kollam and showcasing the possibilities of Kollam.

Mukesh opined that the possibilities for tourism in Kollam are plenty and they are not yet fully recognized. He added

Metro Food Awards does not happen to be an event of ordinary Business category.

It is a podium that shall recognise the culinary business and aid in brand building.

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​Experience @98 YEARS Old Tradition

Over a period of 98 years, Crown bakery came a long way to be one among best choices in Kerala. The Management has carefully mentored, monitored and cruised successfully for this achievement.

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that ‘Metro Food Awards’ is bound to provide information and knowledge on diverse options available for dining in Kollam for locals as well as visitors.

He said Metro Mart is evoking a healthy competition spirit among the restaurateurs to maintain standards of food and to be innovative, which would in turn benefit the public. The cover release of ‘Discover Kollam’ – a

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special edition on Kollam by Metro Mart was done by Eravipuram MLA M. Noushad. The inauguration of Shopping, Privilege Card ‘Sunday Card’ was done

by Kerafed Managing Director M. A. Francis. The event was attended by Kollam CTPC Secretary Rajkumar, Kollam DTPC Secretary Vincent Paul, Metro Mart Managing Director Siji Nair, and Raj Nijith. 

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The Beginning.... Once upon a time, and the time was 1976, when three young journalism

and could potentially embark them on a lifelong adventure. Examining each thought for potentials, they finally locked in on Travel & Tourism - the birth of AirTravel Enterprises, popularly known as ATE. Once established in the travel industry, the explorers ventured further to conquer new domains like Consulting, Healthcare, Advertising, Real Estate and Hospitality, forming the ATE Group of Companies. The unstoppable romantics, approached Geeth International Hotel in 2005, but this

students sat around tables at coffee shops across Trivandrum. With countless ideas being thrown at the table, the young minds were determined to find one with an innovative edge over the others

The Significance....1976 was an eventful

is a burger bistro dedicated to the brilliance of a decade of great food, tasteful music and sparks of creativity. Attention to detail with the quality of products, the ambience, the service, and even the menu, is a crafty treat.

Everything about the joint is an immersing experience that is bound to leave you wanting for more.....

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time, it was not to ideate around the coffee table, but to make it a part of their idea.

Geeth was acquired and renamed to what it’s known by today, as The Capital...

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year - nuclear tests across the globe; space

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explorations; first commercial flight of the Supersonic Concorde; Jack Nicholson’s golden globe for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest; Steve Jobs’ & Wozniak’s garage band called Apple Computers; the filming kicks off for the epic space opera with Star Wars episode IV... But what you didn’t know about 76 was of a future it had planted, waiting 37 years to be discovered in 2013. It was a discovery that demanded a symbol of celebration, creativity and inspiration for all times to come, under one roof. As legend would have it, the discoverer decided to pair the idea with another element that has, does, and will stand the test of time....our good old Burgers...!

every aspect and by the mere definition of it. A breath of fresh air brought about by the notorious monsoons of Kerala is an addiction on its own. Walk into the gates of The Capital and on the

A Tasty Treat...Located within the property of The Capital hotel at the heart of the capital city, Trivandrum, the goodies are plenty for 1976. 8.5 degrees north of equator, it’s

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left awaits your dream destination for irresistible burgers. The retro yet bold, the colourful yet subtle, the modern yet green ambience is bound to strike the right chords with your visual sensors right away.

Seated among the climbers and creepers, as your worries slowly start to breeze away, you start to sense the positivity in the air. A wall art made of antique doors and posters with inspirational quotes are all working towards waking up the creative and innovative genius in you. Look down to the table and you spot the box of coloured chalks and wipes; the table is waiting to be drawn on, written on, scribbled on...time to go nuts.

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before gas runs out, and it also needs rest and reward.

That’s when the creative menu of 1976 kicks in with a tickle to your funny bone.

‘Burgatory’, ‘Roll Baby Roll’, ‘Bread Batter& Beyond’ - sure is a fine way to categorize the menu listings, but wait until you dive deeper... The most popular burger on the menu is called “The all-time favourite JUICY LUCY” and that’s just the beginning.

The ingredients for each item is pictorially represented with a legend at the bottom of each page describing them. To go along with your burgers, rolls, hotdogs and sandwiches the menu offers a variety of ‘Side Kicks’ in the form or fries, rings and wings. Shakes, soda pops, crushers, iced teas, cold coffees or hot beverages, your fancy is listed. For those with a sweet tooth, pay close attention to the section of the menu that says, ‘An Excuse To Linger’; because you will. A service is not complete without it; lift your head up and one of the courteous staff is at your disposal with a smile that never fades.

1976 was quick to capture hearts and gain popularity among the crowd in town. A typical evening would constitute of groups or friends, family gatherings, tourists and think tanks, all enjoying the ambience and sharing a positive space and time. 1976 was awarded Best Cafe in Category by Metro Food Awards and is continuously evolving with ideas to engage the crowd and promote innovation. Follow the official page on facebook to time a visit during one of the entertainment nights with Salsa or Karaoke.

A visit to 1976 is a memory on its own and the place will leave an impression on you; the frequency of revisits is a testimony to that character. And hey, you could even claim to be a time traveller. Come find your inspiration for innovation, your sparks of creativity, your space where you create the next big idea. Countless stories were created at 1976; When you start to tell yours, start with, “Once upon a time @ 1976”....

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As the food surpasses excellence, the environment projects a visual treat for its patrons. . Fill your platter with delicacies like Appam, Fish moly, chicken stew, mutton stew etc which are regarded as the signature dishes of the restaurant. Sea food, Barbecue and Grills are a must try.

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The beach ambience of this restaurant excites all age groups in Trivendrum and has become a perfect getaway for family, friends, couples and tourists alike.

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Bake it with he established group of MRA Bakery with over 53 years of experience has made their mark in Thiruvananthapuram city with its branches functioning at Palayam, Edapazhanji, Vazhuthacaud, and Karamana. MRA Bakery has the best-in-class manufacturing unit in Killipalam.

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An amazing variety of baked goodies for the sweet-toothed is available at this bakery. The mouth-watering delicious baked treats include cakes, cheesecakes, cookies, mousse, muffins, pastries, puddings, and snacks. The choices for Juices, milkshakes, mocktails, and drinks are plenty. If you want a custom-designed cake, you got it. Chaats, biryani, and sandwiches too are available at this bakery.

MRA Bakery has a staggering patronage of local residents who vouch for the Blueberry Cheese Cakes, Choco Doughnut, Choco Hazelnut, Chocolate Trifle Mousse, Fresh Fruit Muffin, and Melting Chocolate offered here. The Malabari Kadikkal from MRA Bakery is most sought after. These include Unnakai, Erachi Pathiri, Chatti Pathiri, Pazham Nirachathu, and Kilikkoodu.

>> MRA- Production House Killippalam, karamana.

Phone -4000602 Branches: Saphalyam Complex, Palayam , phone 4000601 MRA Thycaud, phone 4000603 MRA Idapazhinji, phone - 3100000 MRA Karamana phone 4000606/ MRA Bigbazar Pattom, Phone 9020822255 MRA POTHYS, Phone: 3274735

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njoy exquisite flavours and exotic ambience at Cafe Mannam. Set according to Gen X’s taste this café provides free Wi-Fi and has become a hangout place for young people. Being near the Airport, the restaurant is accessible to travelers and city residents easily.

The exquisite menu includes their signature dishes Nasi Goreng, Chicken Dum Biryani, Indian Tandoor and Maldivian Cuisine. A wide range of North Indian dishes also feature in the menu which is a definite go for the guests who are enthusiastic to try new dishes. Angara Kabab, Al-Faham, and Shavarma are among the sought-

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after items at this restaurant. At brunch one could try their Maldivian Kulhimas, which is both healthy and yummy. The signature burger is served with fries and accompaniments, giving an opportunity to experience a sheer gastronomic delight.

Café Mannam is unique with its concept of ‘Food For All’ catering to all age groups and dining preferences. >> Cafe Mannam Opposite Ananthapuri Hospital Enchakkal Bypass, Thiruvananthapuram, 695024 Tel - 0471 656 6600

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Chicken Perattu and Mutton Perattu are the two most sought-after dishes of this food joint. The weekends see special dishes such as Mutton Thoran and Pork curries being served here. They also offer a wide range of fish varieties cooked in the naadan style with classic fish varieties that are in demand along with perfectly cooked kappa. The takeaway services at this restaurant pack meals with banana leaf adding a touch of Malayali culture and tradition. Chicken curry, Chicken liver

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Jithu Joji pepper roast, Kuttanadan duck roast, mutton roast and beef roast are some of the specialties at this restaurant.

The takeaway joint of Jithu Joji is located at Poojappura. >> Jithu Joji Main : Kunnappuzha, Branches: Thirumala, Poojappura, Palayam, Karamana, Murunjapalam, Contact: 9020332442 / 9496994251

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Khoja Mukku the snack center for authentic thalassery snacks will also tickle your taste buds.

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mperial Kitchen is a classic dine in spot for every food lover in the city. The mesmerizing ambiance and amazing food will enhance the experience of every customer who visits the restaurant.

The restaurant has also been awarded by Metro Food Awards 2016 and certificate of excellence due to its hard work and authenticity.

Imperial Kitchen, a renowned name in the food and hospitality industry commenced in 2013, the young food joint was started by Mr. Omar Thaha and Mr. Dinil Sabad as a partnership venture powered by Acorn Group. They travelled around the world to bring the best of the dishes on the platter of Imperial Kitchen.

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classy and fine dining ambience that has attracted many guests throughout the city.

The interiors that complement the menu of the restaurant are built to provide best experience for customers.

Imperial Kitchen serves an array of traditional as well as fusion cuisines from various parts of the world, from Italian Pizza and Pasta to fish green mango curry brought from the backwaters of Kerala.

For better understanding and ease of choice, they have laid out their menu with separate branding for each type of

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cuisine they serve, i.e. “Cheez n’ Grill” for Continental, “Nooshi” for Chinese & Thai, “Vibhav” for Indian and “Lebnani” for Arabic cuisines.

They have separate chefs for each cuisine to make sure their customers are served with the maximum authenticity.

The rich menu that they have to offer is definitely the reason why Imperial kitchen is regarded as one of the most versatile restaurants in Trivandrum city.

The veggie concept restaurant with a bakery and café is soon opening which is currently under construction at YMR junction. The outlet is presumed to be a pure vegetarian restaurant. They also aim at serving freshly baked pastries to sate the cravings of their sweet tooth customers.

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extended to private parties, functions of the Trivandrum club, hosting of events and other similar social events through Imperial Outdoor Kitchen, the outdoor division of the group. Imperial Outdoor Kitchen also offers complete event management solutions. >> Imperial Kitchen Ground Floor, Heera High Life, Keston Road, Nanthancodu, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapura. Phone: 0471 231 1789

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Awaken Your Appetite at these Inspired Eateries of Thiruvananthapuram Blessed are the foodies in Thiruvananthapuram. The city and surroundings offer a great variety of food joints of various rankings. Metro Mart team have sorted through the comments and suggestions received from our readers and listed a few of the commendable eateries Leela Raviz Kovalam –The Terrace –(North Indian Restaurant) Tel-0471 305 1234 Leela Raviz Kovalam – The Tides – (Fine Dine) Tel -0471 305 1234 Udaya Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa ,Kovalam – Lounge Coffee Shop (24 Hours Coffee Shop & Snack Bar) Tel - 0471 248 3222 Udaya Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa ,Kovalam –The Courtyard International (Grills & Sea Food) Tel - 0471 248 3222 Vivanta By Taj, Trivandrum – Chinapolis (Chinese Cuisine) CV Raman Pillai Rd, DPI, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram Tel - 0471 661 2345 Somatheeram Ayurvedic Health Resort – Ayurvedic Restaurant, Kovalam Thiruvanathapuram Tel - 0471 226 6111 Somatheeram Research Institute – Diet Restaurant, Kovalam Thiruvanathapuram Tel - 0471 226 6111 Hotel South park- Skyye Grill, MG Road, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram Tel - 0471 324 2333 Park Rajadhani - The Forest-High Spirit Restaurant Ulloor ,Trivandrum Tel - 0471 244 2627 Windsor Rajadhani - Buffet Maurya Rajadhani- Multicuisne & Buffet 58

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Indrapuri Rajadhani- Roof top restaurant Appolo Dimora – Vega (Pure Veggies), Opp. Central Railway Station, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 306 0333 Appolo Dimora – Cafe Hive (Multi Cuisine) Opp. Central Railway Station, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 306 0333 Lake Palace – Ocean (Sea Food), Thonikadavu, Kadinamkulam Road, Puthucurichy, Kadinamkulam, Trivandrum,Tel - 0471 660 1234 Hycinth – Cafe Jade (24X7 Restaurant), Manorama Road, Thampanoor, Near Manorama Office, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 331 2999 Mascot – Swathi (Casual Dine), Mascot Square, Cantonment House Rd, PMG, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 231 8990 Horizon – Galaxy Lawn ( Roof Garden Restaurant), Aristo Road, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 232 6888 Ruby Arena – Opal – Multi Cuisine, Kumarapuram Road, Medical College P.O, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 255 7474 Contour – Contour Rocks ( Highway Restaurant) SP Grandays – Roof Top restaurant & Buffet, Near New Flyover, Panavila Junction, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram Tel - 0471 233 3344 The Residency Towers- Orient – Multi Cuisine, South Gate of Secretariat, Press Road, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 233 1661 Central Residency- Black Pepper Restaurant- Multi-Cuisine, Manorama Road, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 301 1000 Pankaj Hotel- Multi cuisine, P. B. No. 110, M. G. Road, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 246 4645 Hotel Chirag- MG Road, Statue, Pulimoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 255 5556 Azad Restaurant Biryani , Mahathma Gandhi Rd, Overbridge, Chalai Bazaar, Chalai, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 247 0455 The Bread Factory- Cakes and Cookies, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 243 3324 Halais Dum Biriyani (Casual Dine Restaurant and Dum Biryani) opposit block office, Trivandrum Intl Stadium Rd, Karyavattom, Kazhakkoottam, Mob -96455 73711 Imperial Kitchen (Fine Dining Experience), Ground Floor, Heera High Life, Keston Road, Nanthancodu, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 231 1789 Mother’s Veg Plaza (Cuisine-Kerala Sadya), Bakery Junction, Near Russian Culture, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 401 2255 Café Mannam Thamarasserry Churam (Cuisine-Sea Food & Malabar food), Navarangan Lane II,Opposite Men’s Hostel, Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob - 85906 16161 Café 1976 (Coffee shop) Capital Hotel, Ambujavilasam Rd, Pulimoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob - 99958 33199

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Tharavattil Plaza (Family Choice Restaurant), University of Kerala Senate House Campus, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 230 0044 Jithu Joji (Takeaway) Murinjapalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob - 94969 94252 Salwa Dine (Class-Fast Food Restaurant), Althara Nagar, Vellayambalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 272 9712 Trivandrum Hotel (Heritage Restaurant), TC-26/1571, YMCA Road, Statue, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 233 4433 Moti Mahal ( Cuisine/North Indian), Pattom Kowdiar Rd, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 310 4777 Mra (Class- Bakery and Confectionary), Opposite M.L.A. Hostel, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 406 0705 Ajwa Cupcake Noggins (Most Preferred – Cupcakes), T.C 11/1212-6, Sen Business Centre, Nanthancodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 401 7499 Aramana – Pothichoru & Traditional Kerala Cuisine, Oottukuzhy-Vanross Rd, Statue, Thiruvananthapuram District, Palayam, Tel - 0471 406 4060 Kethel’s (Trademark Recepie- Kethal Chicken), Rahmaniya Lane, Hot Chalai Bazar, Plamoodu Thekkumoodu Residents Association, Plammoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 246 0003 Madras Tiffin Centre (Pure Veggie), Beside Federal Bank Devasomboard Po, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob -75609 90099 Old Coffee House (Beach Restaurant), Veli Sanghumugham Rd, Vallakkadavu, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 250 5050 Cherries & Berries (Cafe), Carmel Towers, Opposite Cottonhill GHS, Vazhuthacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 273 5433 Le Arabia Restaurant (Arabic and Grills) City Chef Building, Bakery Vazhuthacaud Road, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 406 7777 Cafe Cocoa Bean (Coffee and Finger foods), MH Plaza, Opposite IOC Petrol Pump, NH66, Vadakkumbhagam, Kazhakkoottam,, Mob -73563 69860 Coco Bongo (New food Experience), Near St.Mary’s Church., Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 255 3111 Hangout (Cuisine Starter), Shop No. 78 A (2) & A (3), Kedaram Shopping Complex, Vivekanand Nagar, Kesavadasapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob -90200 20011 B Six Outdoor Caterers (Out Door catering), Sasthamangalam Rd, Near Highness Bar, Jawahar Nagar, Vellayambalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 272 4030 Kochannan Shahib’s Hotel (Critic Choice for Mutton Delicacies), Salem - Kochi Kanyakumari Hwy, Karamana, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob- 98475 46650 Kerala House Restaurant (Budget-Restaurant), Karimpanal Statue Avenue, General Hospital Road, Statue, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 301 2144 Grill & Spices Leela floating Restaurant (Floating Restaurant), Poovar Island Beach Rd, Poovar,Trivandrum, Mob- 93497 56521 60

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O’Roti Bismi Hotel – Balaramapuram – Mutton Balaramapuram - Vizhinjam Road, Balaramapuram Kattachalkuzhi – Balaramapuram - Delicious Naadan Kozhi Peratt Thambi Annante Kada – Karamana – Rasa Vada, Puttu and Payar, Kadala curry, and Kizhangu curry Good Morning Hotel- Fluffy Porottas and awesome beef curry, Poojapura-Karamana Rd, Karamana, Thiruvananthapuram Mooppilans – Bund Road Killipaalam – Mouth-watering Pazhamkanji Hotel Paradise(open until midnight) – Attakulangara – Puttu, Mutton Curry, and Pappadam , Attakulangara Junction, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob - 96564 51663, Hotel Sourashtra(evening counter) – Powerhouse Road – Poori Masala, East Fort, Chalai Bazaar, Pazhavangadi, Thiruvananthapuram,Mob - 94284 20294 Balannante Thattukada - Kaithamukku - Chicken fry Open House Restaurant – Kunnumpuram Road – Parotta, Chicken fry, Chilli chicken, Uppalam Road, Kunnumpuram Lane, Bapuji Nagar, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 246 7695 Pulisseri Mamman’s Kada – Thakaraparambu – Meals with Pulisseri & Fish, Thakaraparambu, Pazhavanghadi, Trivandrum, Mob -9496103364 Vayalil – Thakaraparambu – Parotta with Chicken, East Fort, Nalumukku, Pazhavangadi, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 246 8461 Hotel Akash – Pazhavangadi – Parotta and Chicken Chilli Fry, Ajantha Theatre Road, Pazhavangadi, Trivandrum, Tel - 0471 2475390 Arya Nivas – Thampanoor – Vegetarian Food, Steaming Meals, Manorama Rd, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 233 0789 RR Ariyas- Kazhakkuttam- Pure veg AARYAS- Kazhakkuttam- Pure veg, National Highway 47, Kazhakkuttam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 241 7011 Highland Hotel – Manjalikkulam Road - Delicious Biriyani, Manjalikulam Rd, Overbridge, Santhi Nagar, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 233 3200 Guruvayoorappan Hotel - Gandari Amman Kovil – Kanji and Payaru, Puthenchantha, Thambanur, Trivandrum, Tel - 04712332058 Sreelakshmi Narayana – Aristo Junction – Varieties of Dosa, Aristo Thampanoor Road, Thiruvananthapuram ,Mob - 9633812323 New Mubarak Hotel – Press club – Fish varieties, Near Poorna Hotel, YMCA Junction Statue, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob - 98954 74143 Toddy Shop and Thattukada – Bakery Junction – Meals Hotel Narayana Bhavan – Statue-Gen. Hosp. Road - Chicken Perattu, General Hospital Road, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob -94472 48923 Sree Arul Jyothi Hotel – Statue – Vegetarian Food, Opp Secretariat, NH 47, MG Road, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 247 0240 www.metromartdaily.com

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Canteen - MLA Quarters – Kanji, Payar, Pappadam and Chammanthi Zam Zam Restaurant – Palayam – Shavarma, Ice creams, desserts, Opp. MLA Hostel, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 401 1033 Sagara Restaurant – Vazhuthacaud – Sea foods, Podimeen fry, Near SBT,CV Raman Pillai Rd,Vazhuthacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 233 3434 Buraq – Vellayambalam – Chicken fry, Grilled chicken and Thanthoori Chicken, Vellayambalam - Sasthamangalam Road, Thiruvananthapuram,Tel - 0471 231 9361 Alibaba & 41 Dishes – Vellayambalam – Arabic, Chinese and Indian cuisine, Sasthamangalam Rd, Althara Nagar, Vellayambalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel -0471 656 1122 Supreme Bakers and – Musaliar Buildings, Pattom Kowdiar Road, Kuravankonam, Thiruvananthapuram,Tel- 0471 272 3322 All Spice Restaurant- Kuravankonam – Muticuisine Restaurant, Pattom Kowdiar Rd, Kuravankonam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 272 4422 Central Hotel –, Attingal – Mutton, National Highway 47, Alamcode ,Attingal Trivandrum, Mob -98959 47534 Toddy Shop – Velliyazhcha Kavu, Varkala – Duck Roast Vazhiyorakada – MC road Nilamel – Duck fry, Fish Head, Cheeny and Naadan Chicken, M.C. Road, Kilimanoor, Trivandrum, Mob-9288032195 Ambalapattu Restaurant – Pattom LIC –Dosa with Chatni & Beef Fry, Pattom | Opposite Lic Pattom, Trivandrum, Tel -0471 244 7923 Pankayam – Seafood varieties, Opp Canara Bank, Pazhaya Road, Medical College , Murinjapalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob - 82818 12121 Brother’s Hotel – Peroorkada – Beef Curry, Peroorkada Junction, Peroorkada, Thiruvananthapuram, Mob - 98473 65627 Hotel Raja – Vembayam Junction - Noon meals and fish varieties, SH 1, Vembayam, Trivandrum, Mob -94461 72640 Hotel Ragila- Vallakkadavu- Mutton Varieties Pathayam- Raw food Restaurant, Press Road, Statue, Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Tel - 0471 232 0187

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Ethnic vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu at this hotel features items with a blend of cultures and techniques in addition to the several highly sought-after traditional dishes. For the veggies, the hotel has an exclusive kitchen and kept distinct in all manners. Connoisseurs of traditional Travancore dishes need to look no further – the range of classic dishes would leave them spoilt for choice. Evoking nostalgic memories of grandma’s recipes are traditionally prepared items such as Ulli Theeyal, Kadala Curry, Chemmeen Varutharachathu, Beef Porichathu, Chicken Curry, etc. The regulars vouch for the delicious herbal soups available at this restaurant – especially the Muringakka Soup. For those who want a taste of Chinese and Continental cuisine, Spice Route at Trivandrum Hotel is the place to be. In Coco Bar, a rich range of Fresh Fruit Juices, Mocktails, Shakes, Rich Flavoured Ice

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Sadya is offered here throughout the year, making each day a festival day. Having established almost eight decades ago, the hotel has seen distinguished personalities from several fields making them their prime choice for dining out. Enjoy the ethnic dishes of Kerala with paintings of old Travancore and vibrant music in the background at Trivandrum Hotel. >> Trivandrum Hotel TC-26/1571, YMCA Road, Statue, Thiruvananthapuram 695 001, Tel: +91 471 2334433, 2334434, 2331142 Email: reservations@trivandrumhotel.net November 2017

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In addition to home delivery services, Halais provides Catering services. Hotel Halais also makes available Party Halls for those wishing to host a party. Foodies can rejoice that a fourth outlet of Halais is set to open in Trivandrum Central in addition to the ones near Technopark and Infosys. The ambience is just right to peacefully enjoy your Dum Biriyani. Babies and toddlers are provided cradles and baby chairs. More than 30 cars can be parked in their parking area.

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Contact: >> Halais Dum Biryani Opposit block office Kazhakkoottam Thiruvananthapuram Tel 0471-2413117 / 96455 TRO 73711/9995060030

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Halais-the restaurant which is one of the best spots to try authentic Dum Biryani, served in huge proportions in traditional dishware. The aroma of Halais has spread wide and so people from far and near visit the restaurant.

The range of nonvegetarian and vegetarian options available at Hotel Halais is like nowhere else in the city. The yummy authentic Dum Biriyani is served in huge proportions in traditional dishware. The Arabic dishes of Chicken Afghani and Chicken Al-Faham are most sought after.

Sulaimani is offered as a complimentary drink along with your Biriyani. The daily special menus make each day special and unique at Hotel Halais.

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ant to get your teeth on mouthwatering Dum Biriyani – Hotel Halais is the place to be. Shiros Khan, the proprietor of this restaurant is a happy man with all the whole-hearted smiles that he receives from satisfied customers.

This family endeavour is supported by his brother Shihas who attends to the business queries. About 25 employees in various capacities at the restaurant make the customer feel at ease and assists in choosing the right flavor of Biriyani.

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halls can accommodate 50 people and can be pre-booked for functions. Around 30 cars can be parked in their lavish parking compound. The child-friendly infrastructure and the grand ambience of the hotel makes Tharavattil Plaza an ideal choice for get-togethers and celebrations. >> Tharavattil Plaza Govt Law College Junction, PMG, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695035 Phone: 0471 230 0044

Signature dishes at Tharavattil Plaza include Naadan Biriyani and Thali Meals that gives a homely touch to your tastebuds. Daily and Weekly Special items feature in the restaurant’s menu which provides a varied choice of Kerala Cuisine. Sweet Corn Chicken Soup, Chicken Biriyani, Prawns Pollichathu and Royal Falooda are some of the sought after items at this restaurant.

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tradition of more than 60 years is celebrated at Hotel Rahmaniya with Kethel’s Chicken Fry.

lengthier menu card includes Arabic and Chinese cuisines, and North Indian dishes.

Foodies in the city devour this delicious treat with great fervor.

The fresh and natural ingredients used provide an exquisite taste and spicy appeal to its signature dish of Kethel Chicken Fry. Words are inadequate to describe the mouthwatering indulgence of the signature dishes. The Kethel’s Special include a generous plate of tender and juicy chicken drenched in aromatic spices, chapatti, some pickle to tickle the taste buds and gravy to sinfully moisten the chapatti. Lime juice comes as an accompaniment to this serving. The

Apart from the branch at Chalai Market Road Thiruvananthapuram with contact number 0471 2460003, Kethel’s Kitchen can be found at Kollam, Kochi and Calicut. Their home delivery system supports the foodies who want their orders to be delivered.

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which is one of the best spots to try authentic Dum Biryani, served in huge proportions in traditional dishware. The aroma of Halais has spread wide and so people from far and near visit the restaurant.

Situated on the Highway at location that is easily accessible to one and all.

At Halais, we have attempted to recreate the ambiance, atmosphere and the flavors that make a visit to the Halais a memorable one. You’ll be satisfied by our range of food, non-vegetarian and vegetarian options like nowhere else in the city. Have lunch with us, bring your date, or family members along, you would always be remembered for the treat! If you’re in too much of a rush, we’ll bring the meal to you with our always free, online order delivery, from lunch to dinner.We deliver for parties and special occasions. Explore your taste buds with us!

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oti Mahal restaurant has a wide range of North Indian dishes including Punjabi dishes. Delicacies such as Butter chicken, Afghani kabab, Kadhai vegetable, Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka, are among the signature dishes of the restaurant. The Kababs, Chicken Shorba, Dal Makhani and Kheema Kulcha are some of the tasty dishes available at Moti Mahal. The restaurant has maintained the authenticity of Punjabi dishes, which is evident in the taste. The vegetarian foodies too would find plenty of dishes to choose from in this restaurant. It is one of those restaurants in the city which serve gooseberry juice.

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Moti Mahal – efficiently run by Basheer Kutty – is located at Pattom-Kowdiar road. Adding to the attractions is the discounts given to holders of ID card from Technopark and the festival discounts.

Home delivery is provided within a 5-km radius. Moti Mahal with its large menu and the superb dishes make it the best place for North Indian food lovers.

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ffers a carefully planned menu that features selected dishes around the globe. It also includes authentic Kerala dishes, North Indian treats. Ready to inspire even the most experienced international food connoisseur. The Restaurant ensures a hearty welcome to the best Dining Experience of a lifetime, with ‘a la carte’ and buffet to choose from. The ecstasy of experiencing the finest cuisine alongside the infinity pool and deep blue sky will impart immense pleasure to your senses.

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Shri Ranganathan & Ramakrishnan Receiving Metro food Awards 2016 @ Mascot hotel, Trivandrum

AARIYAS- A complete Veg Restaurant Located at Vetturoad, Kazhakkuttam offers a wide range of dishes including South Indian Tiffin, Chinese & Tandoor . The lunch is special with meals served on banana leafs with payasam is charged @ RS 100. The Restaurant hosts both a/c & non a/c dine options. Phone- 471-2110444

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AARIYAS – One of the Trusted Veg restaurants located in Kazhakkuttam, AARIYAS is a place delivering all day dining from tea n Snacks, Breakfast, lunch and Dinner. An exclusive Chat counter operates throughout the day and also boasts of a sweet stall.

The Menu Offers South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and Tandoor for its customers.

Phone- 471-2417011

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RR AARIYYAS- Decent food at affordable prices. The restaurant serves authentic Tamil Cuisine and traditional Thali Meals. Chinese and tandoori dishes are also made available to customers.

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Ayurveda HaRMONY OF

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Ashtangahridayam, the practical, user friendly interpretation of Ayurveda, compiled by the great Sage Vagbata is seldom used anywhere in the world as it is extensively done in Kerala.

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prouted in the pristine land of India some 5000 years ago, Ayurveda, the science of life and longevity, is the oldest healthcare system in the world and it combines the profound thoughts of medicine and philosophy. Since ancient times Ayurveda has stood for the wholesome physical, mental and spiritual growth of humanity around the world. Today, it’s a unique, indispensable branch of medicine, a complete naturalistic system that depends on the diagnosis of your body’s humours - vata, pitta and kapha - to achieve the right balance.

Kerala, the Land of Ayurveda Kerala possesses an unbroken tradition of Ayurveda that has surpassed many invasions and intrusions both foreign and native. For hundreds of years the Ayurveda Vaidyas (traditional practitioners of Ayurveda) were almost the only solution for

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people seeking healing from every kind of disease in Kerala. The legendary eight families of Vaidyas (Ashta vaidyas) and their successors treated the entire state for centuries. Unlike the other Indian states the status of Ayurveda in Kerala is not that an alternative but is main stream. In fact, today, Kerala is the only State in India which practices this system of medicine with absolute dedication.

Being the only resort of treatment for the people, the Vaidyars of Kerala were challenged to interpret the theories of Ayurveda and adapt them actively into effective healing systems in everyday life. Thus almost all the contemporary procedures and protocols of Ayurveda have evolved in and around Kerala.

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of Kerala are best suited for Ayurveda’s curative and restorative packages. Kerala is perhaps one of the few places on Earth where a temperature of 24-28 degrees is maintained during a period of continuous rain. This prevalence of moisture in the air and on the surface of the skin makes it the ideal place for natural medicines to work at their highest levels of potency. The land is also blessed with innumerous medicinal plants and provides the continuity and consistency of Ayurveda medicines needed for effective treatment procedures.

The same herbs with the same potency are available year after year across every season. The rich alkaloid content of the soil enhances the intensity and potency of many Ayurvedic medicines when compared to places with a different soil constitution.

The Advantages of Ayurveda in Kerala Ashtangahridayam, the practical, user friendly interpretation of Ayurveda, compiled by the great Sage Vagbata is seldom used anywhere in the world as it is extensively done in Kerala. The Vaidyars of Kerala are proficient in this most contemporary treatise of Ayurveda which many scholars consider an advancement over the earlier samhitas of Charaka and Sushruta, the pioneers of Ayurveda.

It is in Kerala that Kashaya Chikitsa (treatment with concoction) has become a standardised protocol involving hundreds of Kashayams that were scientifically classified and organised according to various treatment needs. Keralite Vaidyars were the first to focus on the anti oxidant properties of Abayangam leading to the profusion of kizhis. The largest number of Ayurveda colleges and the largest number of practitioners in comparison to any place in the world has led to a tradition of Ayurveda research in a scientific manner in Kerala. www.metromartdaily.com

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Ayurveda as

a lifestyle In Kerala Ayurveda is not just a healthcare system but it is a part and parcel of every aspect of life, in Kerala.

Miracles like paralysed people walking, incurable diseases cured etc. that happen even today inspire respect and awe for the vaidyars of Kerala.

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