Malabar’s Black Gold
Romans prized Malabar’s black gold pepper. Monsoon winds opened sea routes, boosting trade and shaping the world’s taste for spices.
Arab Influence on Malabar Cuisine
For centuries, Arabs sailed to Malabar, marrying into local families and bringing spices, saffron & culinary traditions that shaped Malabar’s cuisine.
Portuguese on the Malabar Coast
In the 1500s, the Portuguese arrived on the Malabar coast to trade pepper. They opened new trade routes but were surprised by the region’s rich flavors!
The Birth of Fish Molee
Legend has it, the traditional fish curry was too spicy for the Portuguese. To balance the heat, Molly Chechi created Fish Molee rich in coconut milk & forever remembered by its name!
Timeless Flavours of Malabar
From sulaimani tea to Chattipathiri’s layers to explore. Kallummakkaya & Unnakaya a heavenly delight of Malabar maya. A legacy of spice, trade & love. Malabar flavours that transcend seas and time.