கரூர் சிவசக்தி குழம்பு கடை 🤔 பழைய கடை கொடுத்த திருப்தி இப்போ இருக்கா?

 பழைய கடையில இருந்த அந்த டேஸ்ட்… புதுக் கடையிலும் இருக்கான்னு பார்க்க ஒரு விசிட்! 😋🍗

Location; https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saravana+Mess+-+Sivasakthi+Catering+Kulambu+Kadai/@10.9579796,78.0827618,20z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x3baa2f004c19e1bf:0xcc8d64fe15258f3!8m2!3d10.9579796!4d78.0831167!16s%2Fg%2F11zzbcn25_?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MTAwNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D ** சிவசக்தி குழம்பு கடை – New Shop, Same Taste? 🤔🍗 **

Siva Sakthi Kulambu Kadai is a small non-veg spot in Jawahar Bazaar, Karur, which originally operated right out of their home. Small place, tasty food, and a local favourite! If you missed my earlier video of their old shop, check out the link below. 👇 https://youtu.be/brYJwQ0ewro Now, they’ve moved to a new location, upgraded their setup, and shifted to Old Dindigul Road, where more people can easily drop in. Naturally, I had to visit and see if the food had upgraded along with the shop! 😁 With plenty of dishes on the menu, I settled for mutton biryani, meals, naatukoli Chinthamani, mutton chukka, and mutton nalli. Basically, a small lunch… if you consider feeding an entire family a small lunch! 😂

**Let's talk about the food! 🍛** The mutton biryani was decent, and the meat was cooked well. However, a slight smell from the mutton was noticeable, and I felt the biryani had room for improvement. Good, yes. Mind-blowing? Not quite! The naatukoli Chinthamani and mutton chukka were good too. But here's the problem with me: *good is good, but I want great!* 😎 Both dishes had potential, but I felt they could be taken to the next level. **And then came the mutton nalli… 😭** This was the biggest disappointment of the meal. The pieces were so hard that separating them with my fingers felt like a mini gym workout. Even when biting into them, the hardness was obvious. There were around three to four pieces on the plate, and each one seemed to have its own personality. One was slightly soft, while the others were practically auditioning to become stones! 🪨😂

**My final verdict!** Personally, I felt the food at their old home-based shop tasted much better. The new place may be more accessible and convenient, but for me, the food needs to catch up with the new address. The biryani, the side dishes, and especially the mutton nalli all have room for improvement. One more thing — the kitchen noise level could use some attention, too! 😅 I genuinely hope they get things back on track because I remember enjoying their food more at the old shop. A new shop is great, but at the end of the day, **it's the taste that brings customers back!** ❤️ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

பச்சை மிளகாய் சிக்கன் முதல் காட்டுவருவல் வரை. கரூர்–திண்டுக்கல் ரோட்டில் Super நாட்டுக்கோழி விருந்து

 #itaste #kovaikochaivirunthu

🔥 Clay pots, firewood, and authentic Peruvadai country chicken — this was one serious Virunthu! 🌶️ From Pacha Millagai Chicken to Kaatu Varuval, these signature dishes truly stole the show! Location;

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Kovai+koachai+virundhu/@10.5613054,77.9443417,20z/data=!4m15!1m8!3m7!1s0x3baa028ea0b0fdb9:0x280b77c1f834dff7!2sVedasandur,+Tamil+Nadu!3b1!8m2!3d10.5311313!4d77.9476157!16zL20vMGY2bWZr!3m5!1s0x3baa030023a7401f:0xb49ccf367c78c562!8m2!3d10.561422!4d77.944897!16s%2Fg%2F11zf9lc2lp?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDkyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

We were on our way to Dindigul for lunch when we spotted this place—Kovai Kochai Virunthu—on the way. And you know how it is… when a food place suddenly appears in front of you, plans can change very quickly! 😄 So, instead of continuing to Dindigul, we decided to stop here and see what this place had to offer. Located at Ayarmadam near Vedasandur on the Karur–Dindigul highway, this rustic, village-style eatery serves food cooked the old-fashioned way—in clay pots over a firewood stove.

The place has small huts and a simple, pleasant ambience. It definitely looked like a nice spot for a proper afternoon virundhu. For lunch, we started with their meals, which came with rice, Naatukoli Kulambu, and two varieties of rasam.

But obviously, we weren't going to stop there! 😄 For the side dishes, we ordered Naatukoli Pallipalayam, Naatukoli Chinthamani, Naatukoli Pacha Millagai, and Kaatu Varuval.

And because we apparently didn't order enough food already… we also got the Naatukoli Biryani! 😂 Now, coming to the food. The Naatukoli Pallipalayam was just average for us. Nothing particularly wrong with it, but it didn't really stand out. The Naatukoli Chinthamani was decent too. No complaints, but again, nothing that made us go, “Aha… this is the one!” But then came the Naatukoli Pacha Millagai and Kaatu Varuval — and these two completely changed the game! Both were excellent. The meat was cooked perfectly, the flavours were fresh and full of character, and the overall taste was simply outstanding. The owners had actually recommended these two as their signature dishes. And honestly, they weren't exaggerating. They really were the stars of the meal. The Naatukoli Thanni Kulambu was another highlight. It had a lovely flavour and went extremely well with the hot white rice. This is the kind of combination where you tell yourself, “Just one more handful of rice…” and suddenly the banana leaf is empty! 😄 The Naatukoli Biryani was good as well. They told us that they were trying it out for the first time, so considering that, it was quite good. There is definitely some room for improvement, but it was still enjoyable. Overall All in all, this turned out to be a fantastic meal and a very unexpected find on our way to Dindigul. The one thing that disappointed us a little was the price. They charge around ₹300 per plate/portion of Naatukoli, which I personally felt was slightly on the expensive side. And one more small point — the name says “Kochai”, but I wouldn't really describe these birds as kotchai kozhi. They are actually original Peruvedai country chickens. Despite the name ‘Kochai,’ these are not fighter roosters; they are traditional Peruvedai country chickens. But if you're travelling along the Karur–Dindigul highway and you're looking for something different from the usual highway food, this place is definitely worth stopping at. And if you do visit, don't miss their Pacha Millagai Chicken and Kaatu Varuval. Those two were the real heroes of this virundhu! 🔥🐓🍗 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

கோவையில் வீட்டு சமையல் சுவையையே மிஞ்சும் இடமா இது? 🤔

 #itaste #gobisandavillas #coimbatore

வீட்டு சமையல் சுவையை தேடி போன எனக்கு, கோவையில் கிடைத்தது ஒரு செம்மையான Kongu-style விருந்து! 😍🔥 Location; https://www.google.com/maps/place/Gobi+Sanda+Vilas+(Kongunaatin+suvai)/@11.0187628,76.989645,17z/data=!4m15!1m8!3m7!1s0x3ba8550077b08369:0xd33c1ebcc9f9c028!2sGobi+Sanda+Vilas+(Kongunaatin+suvai)!8m2!3d11.0186568!4d76.9897181!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11xd3d8z_d!3m5!1s0x3ba8550077b08369:0xd33c1ebcc9f9c028!8m2!3d11.0186568!4d76.9897181!16s%2Fg%2F11xd3d8z_d?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDkxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D I was in Coimbatore and suddenly had one of those moments where you just want to sit down and eat a proper homemade-style meal. No fancy nonsense… just rice, kuzhambu, meat and that feeling of “Amma veetla saapta madhiri irukkanum!” 😄 That’s when I came across Gobi Sanda Vilas.

The place has a really nice interior, and the service was warm and welcoming. I dropped in for lunch, had a look at the menu, and as usual… choosing what to eat became the biggest problem. 😂 Finally, I went with their Mutton Biryani, Mutton Non-Veg Meals, Kola Urundai, along with their signature dishes — Munnar Idicha Milagu Kozhi and Puliyampatti Mutton Varuval. And then came the actual food marathon! 😄 The Mutton Non-Veg Meals came with cabbage poriyal, vazhakkai varuval, beetroot pachadi, dry nethili thokku, rice, mutton kuzhambu with mutton pieces, chicken kuzhambu, fish kuzhambu, rasam, pachapuli rasam, and finally curd with gulkand. Basically, by the time everything arrived, the banana leaf was looking like it had taken a full-time job. 😂 I started with the Mutton Biryani. It had a mild flavour, and the mutton was cooked perfectly. Interestingly, it reminded me a lot of the mutton biryani I had at home the previous weekend. 😄 The lemon flavour was a little overpowering for me, but overall it was a very comforting, homemade-style biryani.

But the real star for me was the Mutton Non-Veg Meals. The mutton kuzhambu was thick, rich, and went beautifully with the rice. The mutton pieces were cooked really well too. It had that simple, authentic flavour that makes you keep mixing “konjam innum kuzhambu podunga” with the rice. 😂

The chicken kuzhambu was excellent as well, and the fish kuzhambu had a nice flavour without being overly tangy. Both worked really well with the rice. And then there was the Nethili Karuvattu Thokku — dry nethili, loads of onions, and plenty of flavour. Mix that with hot rice and… yeah, diet plans can wait until tomorrow. 😂 The Mutton Kola Urundai was good too. Nothing particularly extraordinary compared with the other dishes, but a nice, familiar kola that does its job. The signature dishes were where things got more interesting. The Munnar Idicha Milagu Kozhi had a lovely pepper flavour and just the right amount of spice. The Puliyampatti Mutton Varuval was also really good, with plenty of flavour packed into the meat.

After all that, the curd with gulkand was the perfect way to finish the meal. The curd itself felt noticeably different — creamy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The gulkand added that little sweet finish that made it feel like the meal had ended on a proper high. So, if you ask me: Mutton Biryani or Mutton Non-Veg Meals? For me, definitely the Mutton Non-Veg Meals. Not because the biryani was bad — it wasn't. But the meals had that authentic Kongu-style, homely flavour that I was actually looking for when I came to this place. A satisfying lunch, some really good kuzhambu, plenty of mutton, and enough food to make me question all my life decisions by the end of it. 😂 If you're in Coimbatore and craving a meal that feels a little like eating at home, Gobi Sanda Vilas is definitely a place worth checking out. Watch the full video to see what I ordered, how it tasted, and whether it really lives up to the “homemade food” vibe! ❤️ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------                                          

கோவையில் ₹850-க்கு வாழை இலை விருந்தா?!

 #itaste #coimbatore #vaalaiellaivirunthu

கோவையில் ₹850-க்கு வாழை இலை விருந்தா?! Location; https://www.google.com/maps/place/Nanjai+Virundhu/@11.0164018,76.969613,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3ba859e577e10fcb:0xea98d6188651d2ec!8m2!3d11.0163965!4d76.9721879!16s%2Fg%2F1pp2tglv4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDkwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

It was Virunthu time, and since I was in Coimbatore, I decided to try the **Nanjai Vaazhai Ilai Virunthu**. It’s a decent place, although parking can be a bit difficult. There are quite a lot of dishes to choose from on the menu, but the Vaazhai Ilai Virunthu sounded tempting, so that’s what I went for. And yes… let me list out everything that landed on my banana leaf! 😄 Starting with **prawn pickle, half a boiled egg, mutton blood poriyal, tomato chicken, pepper chicken, naatu kozhi, mutton chops, mutton intestine, mutton head curry, nethili fry, quail fry, chicken biryani**, followed by **chicken kulambu, mutton kulambu, fish kulambu, rasam, curd with gulkand**, and finally **ice cream**.

That’s a feast fit for a king, isn’t it? 😄 The **chicken biryani** was good — nice flavours, and the meat was tender and tasty. The **nethili fry, mutton sukka, and naatu kozhi** were also quite good. But unfortunately, most of the other dishes were just average.

I honestly felt they could have done much better, especially considering the price. If you’re ordering individual dishes like the biryani or some of the other items separately, this place might actually be worth trying. But I had the **Vaazhai Ilai Virunthu for ₹850**, and for that price, I felt the overall taste and experience were below average. For ₹850, there are quite a few places that offer an **excellent buffet with even more variety and better overall taste**. So, unfortunately, **I was quite disappointed with this Virunthu**. But that’s just my experience. Watch the full video and let me know what you think! ❤️ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

🍗🔥 Shawaya, Shawarma & One Crazy Mango Salad! 😍 | T&T Kerala, Coimbatore

 #itaste #t&tkerala #coimbatore

🔥 Juicy Shawaya, Crispy Shawarma & a Mango Salad You NEED to Try! 🍗 We went hungry… and T&T Kerala made sure we left very happy! 😍 Location; https://www.google.com/maps/place/T%26T+Coimbatore/@10.9761948,76.9619158,15z/data=!4m15!1m8!3m7!1s0x3ba859004b59ed8f:0x4aeb3c02e8b35028!2sT%26T+Coimbatore!8m2!3d10.9761962!4d76.9619206!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11xm1vlm_t!3m5!1s0x3ba859004b59ed8f:0x4aeb3c02e8b35028!8m2!3d10.9761962!4d76.9619206!16s%2Fg%2F11xm1vlm_t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDgwNS4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

This time, I had a serious craving for some grilled chicken. And when the craving hits, there’s no point pretending we have self-control! 😂 So, we landed at T&T Kerala on Palakkad Road, Coimbatore. The first thing you notice is the parking — nice and spacious, which is already a big plus. And before you even enter the restaurant, you can see the chicken grilling outside. Not one… not two… multiple grilling machines running together! 🔥 At this point, the chicken itself is basically calling you inside. 😂 The restaurant has plenty of seating, and they serve grilled chicken with their own little twist. So, what did we order? Chicken Shawaya, Chicken Shawarma, Shawarma Rice and Ice Lemon Tea. First up — the Chicken Shawaya. This was a whole grilled chicken, served with four kuboos and a plate of mango salad. And the chicken was generously drenched in this special gravy. Then came the supporting cast — mayonnaise, beetroot sauce and mint chutney, all sitting there in little sauce bottles, basically saying, “Dip me… you know you want to!” 😂 And honestly… the chicken was really good. The thigh pieces were juicy, tender and full of flavour. Add the sauces and that mango salad to the mix, and the combination was heavenly. But the breast piece… hmm… 😬 It was a little dry and honestly, not really my cup of tea.

Next came the Chicken Shawarma. And this one was another winner. Thin roti wrapped around juicy chicken, with French fries inside giving that nice little crunch with every bite. Juicy chicken + soft roti + crispy fries… Yep. That works! 🔥

Then we tried the Shawarma Rice. This came with shawarma chicken and Arabian-style rice. The rice was somewhat like mandi, but it was less flavourful and less greasy. Personally, I felt the rice was a little dry.

If I had to choose between the three, I'd definitely go for the Chicken Shawaya or the Chicken Shawarma before the rice. But overall, T&T Kerala was a really good experience. And one final piece of advice… DO NOT underestimate that mango salad! 😂 In fact, order an extra plate. Because once you start eating that mango salad with the grilled chicken and sauces… you’ll understand why I’m telling you this! 😋🔥

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Erode-ல இந்த ஹோட்டலுக்கு ஏன் இவ்வளவு கூட்டம்?

 #itaste #erode #mamanbiryanistall

Erode-ல இந்த ஹோட்டலுக்கு ஏன் இவ்வளவு கூட்டம்? Location; https://www.google.com/maps/place/Maman+Briyani+Stall+-+Thindal/@11.3150869,77.6666791,750m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3ba96f687f4fe8c5:0x24d29924093f8ddd!8m2!3d11.3150817!4d77.669254!16s%2Fg%2F11srqm9_s9?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDcyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D So... everyone kept saying, "You HAVE to try Maman Biryani Stall in Erode!" Naturally, we fell for it. 😅 While we were in Erode, we headed to Maman Biryani Stall on Perundurai Road, Thindal, expecting something legendary.

The place itself? Beautiful traditional Kongu-style setup. Nice ambience, clean, and definitely gives you confidence before the food even arrives. We started with the Kongu Style Biryani. It was... decent. Good Kongu flavours, cooked well, but nothing that made me stop eating and question my life choices. Then came the meals. You get two options: 🍛 Normal Non-Veg Meals 🍗 Special Non-Veg Meals The Special version simply adds two dry meat dishes depending on whether you choose chicken or mutton. I went with the Normal Meals, and ordered Mutton Kothu Kari and Pichu Potta Naatukoli separately.

Now here's where things got interesting... The Chicken Kulambu was good. But the real hero of the table was the Karuvaatu Kulambu. The nethili karuvaadu with those soft brinjals... now THAT deserved the attention. Easily the best part of the meal. The Mutton Kothu Kari? Average. Pichu Potta Naatukoli? Also average. I've honestly had much better versions elsewhere. Final Verdict This wasn't a bad meal. But considering the crowd, the hype, and all the recommendations... I kept asking myself, "Is this what everyone is waiting in line for?" 🤔 Good place. Good ambience. Decent food. But if you're expecting a meal that'll make you drive back to Erode just for another plate... ...you might leave wondering if you missed the famous dish. Prices; NonVeg Meals - 152.38 inr Naatukoli Pichupotathu -190.48 Kothukari - 200 chicken biryani 190.48 Garlic naan - 57.14 mushroom - 190.48 paneer maharani - 200 veg meals- 152.38 elaneer payasam - 57.14 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------