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Oh, you’re expecting a location link? And prices, too? How adorable. Unfortunately, I won’t be gracing you with those details, because this place? Yeah, it didn’t exactly win my heart. Or my stomach.
Let’s rewind a bit. So, my friends and I were on a noble quest to reach Kochi via Dharapuram. Somewhere along the way, our stomachs started growling like underfed lions—it was breakfast time. We weren’t looking for just any place. Oh no, we were looking for a NICE PLACE. You know, one where the food doesn’t come with an emotional support goat.
My friends had a very specific craving. Not just for breakfast, but for mutton kudal. Intestines, for breakfast. Because clearly, toast and eggs are for amateurs.
So, like the brave culinary explorers we are, we pulled up at this visually convincing spot called Kongu Parotta Stall. It had “good food” written all over it—probably with invisible ink.
We ordered the works—idly, dosas, parottas, and of course, the main event: kudal, both in its gravy-soaked glory and fried form.
Now, kudal usually comes with a light, goaty smell. Acceptable. Expected. But this one? This was beyond goat. This was “I may have been sitting here since last week” kind of aroma. It gave off strong end-of-the-world buffet vibes. Honestly, I felt the kudal was on the verge of walking off the plate and filing a complaint against itself.
I spared my viewers these juicy details in the video because I still want people to trust me. But no, I was not thrilled. And apparently, neither was my friend Anguraj, who took one for the team and bravely downed the kudal like a champ… only to later battle a mysterious stomach upset. Could it have been the food? Who knows. We’re not doctors. But the timing? Impeccable. Really makes you think.
Maybe it was just bad luck. Or maybe the goat was getting revenge from the afterlife. Either way, we left that place with full plates and shattered dreams.
So, the moral of the story? Sometimes it’s better to stay hungry… than to let your breakfast turn into a horror sequel titled "Return of the Stomach Ache" starring Anguraj. 🐐💀🍽️
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🌴 Azhagana Village Vibes & Naatukoli Delights in Namakkal! 🍗🐟
Stopped by this roadside gem in Namakkal — right on the highway! This place is all about that claypot country chicken craze… and of course, we had to taste it all! 😋
We started off with Naatukoli Chinthamani and Naatukoli Ingi Poondu... hmm, not bad, but didn’t blow our minds. But wait for it... the real heroes were the Naatukoli Thanni Kulambu and the Thick Kulambu – absolute soul food! 🤤🔥
Then came the stars from the sea – or maybe a nearby pond 🐟 – the Para Fish and Jelebi Fish. Tawa-fried to crispy perfection, though we felt the masalas could’ve done a little more dancing on our tongues. 💃🫣
But hold up… here’s the twist – Omlette Kuli Paniyaram! Yes, you read that right. It was crispy, fluffy, eggy magic in every bite! 🥚✨
Overall, it felt like a wholesome village-style feast straight from grandma's backyard kitchen! If you’re cruising along Namakkal highway with an empty stomach, this is one tasty pit stop you don’t wanna miss! 🚗🍴
Watch the full video and tell us – would you try the Jelebi Fish? Or are you team Thick Kulambu? 😄👇
I always thought Mandi was just another fancy name for biryani… until my taste buds got a reality check! It turns out that Mandi is a legendary Yemeni rice dish that’s slow-cooked, spice-loaded, and meat-lover-approved.
On our way back from Thrissur, hunger struck — and Soofi Mandi answered the call like a superhero with a plate. We dived into Alfaham Chicken Mandi (both peri peri and green chili versions), Mutton Mandi, and Beef Mandi. Let me tell you — my first bite of Mandi felt like a love letter from the Middle East.
The rice looked dry at first glance, but one bite in and BOOM — flavor explosion! Tender meat, juicy and falling off the bone, especially the mutton and beef — sorry chicken, you were good, but this was a meat showdown and you came third.
Oh, and the sides? The salsa and salad didn’t just ‘complement’ the dish — they upgraded it to a full-blown party.
Honestly, not trying this place earlier feels like a food felony — don’t make the same mistake I did. Hit Soofi Mandi, and thank me later!
Breakfast Before Backwaters – A French Toast Fiasco (in a good way!)
So, we were in Kochi, and the kids suddenly decided they had a deep craving for continental breakfast — you know, the kind of breakfast that looks like art and vanishes in three bites.
As luck would have it, a place called French Toast was just around the corner. Since we were anyway on our way to Alleppey (houseboat dreams, here we come!), we figured—why not fuel up in style?
Now, we were a full gang — about 11 to 12 of us, including teens with bottomless appetites and adults pretending to be on a diet. So yeah, our order looked like a full-blown room service menu at a 5-star hotel. Naturally, the food took a bit of time to arrive. But when it did… oh boy.
One by one, each plate landed on the table like a runway model. Stylish, gorgeous, intimidating even. For a moment we just stared at the food like it was a museum exhibit. Then, instinct took over.
We tried:
French omelette with cheese and sausages (soft, cheesy, and yum),
Beef chili omelette (this one punched me in the tastebuds — in a good way),
Herb-poached chicken sourdough sandwich (fancy name, solid flavour),
Classic fish & chips (crispy and golden, just how Poseidon intended),
Classic French toast (a sugary hug on a plate),
And a few other mysterious combo dishes from the menu that we ordered purely because they sounded cool.
Verdict? Every dish was a win. True continental flavours, not just toast with attitude.
Yes, the prices were a bit on the higher side… but hey, it’s continental! You’re not just paying for the food — you’re paying for the experience of pretending you're brunching in Paris while actually sweating in Kochi.
In short: bellies full, hearts happy, wallets slightly lighter. Would we go again? Absolutely. Maybe next time with fewer people... or bigger wallets.
Price list-
1. Combo 2 – ₹1142.86
2. Combo 3 – ₹571.43
3. French Omelette with Cheese & Sausages – ₹357.14
4. Beef Chilli Omelette – ₹380.95
5. Herb Poached Chicken Sourdough Sandwich – ₹381.00
6. Fish & Chips – ₹495.00
7. Salted French Fries (150 gm) – ₹142.86
8. Cappuccino – ₹190.00
9. Lime Iced Tea – ₹190.00
10. Iced Chocolate – ₹236.00
11. Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice – ₹238.00
12. Milk Hot Chocolate – ₹333.33
13. Classic French Toast – ₹238.09
**Sub Total:** ₹5088.76
**GST (CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5%):** ₹254.43
**Total Invoice Value:** ₹5343
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God’s Own Country – And All His Cousins Live Here Too!
Kerala—true to its tagline “God’s Own Country”—is a green dream come alive. Everywhere you turn, it’s coconut trees, calm backwaters, and food that makes your tastebuds sing “Kathakali”!
Our houseboat check-in at Alleppey was supposed to be at 12 noon... but of course, true to Indian Standard Time, we rolled in fashionably late by an hour. No worries though—the crew welcomed us like long-lost cousins, even helped us park and ferried us to the boat in a tiny ‘pre-boat’ (yes, a boat to reach a boat, because… Kerala!).
First thing on board? Fresh lime juice and some bills to settle—because even in paradise, the first miracle is payment. We handed over the chicken and beef we had brought along like proud parents leaving kids at boarding school. "Take good care of them," we said. "Spice them well."
We had booked a 4-bedroom full A/C houseboat—because if you're floating in luxury, might as well freeze like royalty. For the uninitiated: half A/C boats turn on the cool breeze only from 7 PM to 6 AM. But full A/C? That's 24/7 Arctic blast in both your room and the dining area. Totally worth the extra bucks (and frozen nose).
Once we settled in, the boat began cruising and we were summoned for lunch. A homely Kerala-style meal awaited: crispy kari meen (fried fish that stared into our souls), veggies, salad, and rice. Nothing fancy—just good ol' comfort food with local charm.
Around 4 PM, we made a pit stop—not for fuel, but for fish! Fresh crab, prawns, or whatever swam too close to the boat. Since we had already brought enough land meat, we just picked up some prawns for a crunchy treat later.
Then came a surprise detour: a massage island! Yes, a literal tiny island where your stress goes to die. For ₹2000, I got an hour-long full-body massage. My spine still sends thank-you notes to the therapist.
By 5:30 PM, we docked at our night halt spot. Dinner was a dream: the beef was turned into a delicious dry fry, chicken transformed into Chicken 65, and chapatis + rice completed the ceremony. Michelin stars in my heart!
The next morning, breakfast was an all-South-Indian affair—fluffy idlis, crisp dosas, chutneys, and sambar. And yes, our leftover chicken was converted into a curry that made us want to miss our checkout on purpose.
Before we left, the crew told us about a speedboat ride—₹300 per head for 10 minutes of heart-racing, selfie-screaming joy. Totally worth it! Wind in the hair, water in the eyes, and laughter in the air.
We returned to the boat with big smiles and bigger memories. Checkout came too soon, but we left with a camera full of photos and a belly full of joy.
The crew was super friendly, always ready to cook whatever we threw at them (not literally), and made the whole trip smooth and unforgettable.
Only downside? The backwaters of God’s Own Country have way too many gods, I mean... houseboats. Felt like we were in divine traffic!
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Smoked BBQ that is slow-cooked for hours. You will get the beef brisket only on Wednesdays and Thursdays. There are other street foods too if you are not a fan of beef.
The smoky flavor of the beef, its juiciness, and the spices rubbed on it make it truly lovely. A never-to-miss spot if you are in Kochi.
This place offers an incredible variety of non-veg options to choose from. My personal favourite? The classic parotta with beef fry — absolutely irresistible! A must-try combo that hits all the right notes.
The Kallangi (Koduva) fish fry is another standout — a whole fish fried to perfection with aromatic masalas. The freshness of the fish combined with the rich, flavorful coating makes it a true showstopper.
And while you're at it, don’t forget to treat yourself to their coconut milkshake — it was heavenly!
If you're in Kochi and haven’t tried this place yet… well, don’t make that mistake. This is one foodie experience you’ll thank yourself for!
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