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For the past 600 years, Kochi has catered to many vistors from around the world including Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, French, English, Dutch, Russians and Japanese. This has made the city a melting pot of various cultures, and this diversity is evident in the cuisine.
Being a coastal city, plenty of fresh seafood is the local speciality. With the backwaters, freshwater fish is also popular here. Prawns, squids and shrimps are easily available and cooked in many styles. The most famous of Kochi's specialty dishes is Meen Molagitta Curry (smoked freshwater fish with chilly and coconut milk). The English popularized smoked fish with steamed bread and mashed potatoes. One of Kochi's traditional vegetarian specialties is Kurukku Kalan (a thick yogurt curry with toasted banana and hot rice). Packed Kurukku Kalan as well as Palada (a sweet dessert with rice flakes and milk) are sold in many supermarkets and food stalls, especially during festive times.

Here is a thread to post and discuss various points of cuisines in Cochin, the economic capital.
 
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Anand Sweets plans to expand retail footprint

Bengaluru-based Anand Sweets & Savouries Ltd is expanding its footprint in domestic market to cities such as Kochi, Chennai and Dubai. It also plans to diversify into frozen foods segment with an eye on the markets in the US and UK.

Anand, started in 1988, currently operates 17 stores, of which, 15 are in Bengaluru and two in Kochi. Twelve of these stores also have a quick service restaurants.

“In Bengaluru, we are planning to add 10 stores by 2025. We are looking to set up two stores each in Kochi and Chennai. Each store will be set up with approximately ₹3 crore investments. Our long term plans include expanding to other cities within India, including Mumbai and Delhi,” Arvind Dadu, Managing Director, Anand Sweets and Savouries Ltd
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Park Street's PlanB should be your Plan-A

PlanB is a must-visit for its lip smacking varieties of wings, burgers and fries.

CEO and founder, of V&RO Hospitality, partners and franchise owners of the brand, says, “The plan A for Bengaluru is always PlanB. It’s a very fun and unique brand that resonates with the youth. While deciding on the location for the brand, after expanding in Kochi & Hyderabad, Kolkata emerged as a unanimous choice amongst the stakeholders, a city thriving on the rich culture of food and joy, PlanB would be a great addition to the forefront of the artillery.” “You don’t get so many varieties of chicken wings anywhere in the city. So we decided to get the brand to Kolkata, and the response has been very positive till now,” say Rajdeep Chakraborty and An...
 
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Hortus Kochi is a celebration of exuberance and maximalist design


Hortus, a new cocktail bar located on the on the third floor of Hotel Avenue Centre in Panampilly Nagar, Kochi, transports you to a tropical paradise.

Opened in May this year, Hortus, Garden of the Malabar, is a tribute to the rich history and botanical heritage of the Malabar Coast. It is interesting to note that every aspect of this bar and lounge has been inspired by the 17th century book Hortus Malabaricus, which was compiled by Hendricks Van Rheede, the Dutch governor of the Malabar region from 1669 to 1676.
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21 restaurants to dine at across Mumbai, Delhi, Kochi, Bengaluru and Goa

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Hortus



Translating into ‘garden’ in Latin, Hortus pays homage to Kerala’s long legacy as the spice garden of the world. Designed by Mumbai-based Minnie Bhatt Design, the maximalist space is inspired by the botanical heritage of the Malabar coast—from chandeliers with custom artwork inspired by tropical rainforests to tabletops with hand-finished mosaics. The bar is a focal point, inspired by the wings of the Malabar butterfly. There is a compact menu to choose from, but there is a special focus on craft cocktails and artisanal beverages.

Address: The Avenue Centre Hotel, Panampilly Nagar

 
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Zoka – a progressive pan Asian restaurant marks one-year milestone with culinary excellence

Zoka, nestled within Crowne Plaza Kochi, recently celebrated a remarkable achievement as it reached its first anniversary of operation. In just one year, Zoka has garnered a reputation as a culinary gem, captivating the palates of food enthusiasts with its exquisite Pan Asian cuisine and earning a nomination as the Best Newcomer Restaurant at the Travel+Leisure Delicious Dining Awards.

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Anyone been here? Heard you have to book table in advance to get a slot.

Roast Town Global Grill: A Mediterranean culinary journey in the heart of Kochi

Nestled in the vibrant city of Edapally, Kochi, Roast Town Global Grill has become a culinary gem that
takes diners on an exquisite journey through the flavours of the Mediterranean. From its humble
beginnings as a small eatery in Trishul, this establishment, led by owner Joshi George and his team, has
rapidly evolved into a renowned brand that attracts food enthusiasts from near and far.

Joshi George, a passionate culinary enthusiast with a keen eye for the culinary scene, had a vision of
creating a restaurant that revolved around the art of grilling and roasting. "We wanted to bring the
captivating flavours of grilling and roasting to the forefront," Chef Siddique shares. However, he also
recognized the importance of offering a diverse and comprehensive menu. As a result, Roast Town
curated a menu that not only featured grills and roasts but also encompassed comforting soups,
refreshing salads, tantalizing bread-based dishes, and delectable desserts.
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