When
thinking about places to visit during the monsoons, Kerala always beats other
destinations. This charming southern state has a lot to offer in terms of
tranquility and peace embodied in the form of heavenly views of mist laden
mountains, pristine backwaters, beaches, gushing rivers, waterfalls and not to
mention the sumptuous food. For a truly rewarding monsoon vacation, we suggest
these top tourist places of Kerala for food buffs.
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| Ela Sadya |
Munnar
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| Idliappam |
A
trip to this tea town translates into heaven for the lovers of street food.
That is why this town is included in every Kerala tour package. The street food of this town is a delectable fare comprising
of Idliappams, Chicken Stew in Coconut Gravy, Dosas, Puttu, Malabar Parotta and
Hearty Meat and Chicken preparations which are loaded with south Indian spices.
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| Dosa |
As
you enter Thekkady, be prepared to be surrounded by a whiff of spices emanating
from the spice shops this place is known for which is precisely the reason why
curries from this place are so flavourful. The fish and meat curries are a must
try here which are often served with Appams or Dosas. Vegetarians can relish
the generous Sadya Thalis with Dal, Rice, Stir Fried Vegetables and Payasam served
on banana leaf.
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| Puttu |
Being
a coastal city, Cochin has an impeccable cuisine which is a little different
from other Keralite cuisines because of the multicultural influences. It's a
great place to enjoy barbecued Fish, Prawn Fry, Prawn Masala Curry and not to
mention Thalaserry Biriyani this place is famous for. Dishes like Puttu, Sambhar,
Pachadi, Avial and Rasam are served in Thalis with Banana Chips and Pappadams
as sides.
Wagamon
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| Chicken Biriyani |
Located
in Kottayam district, this hill station surrounded by pine forests, tea estates
and cardamom plantations has a mystical aura that makes it a part of every Indian travel agent's itinerary. Apart
from the regular thalis and multi- cultural cuisines served at most restaurants,
dishes you must try here are Chicken Curry, Chicken Biriyani and Prawn Stir Fry.
Allepey
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| Kootu Curry |
Famous
for large network of houseboats on its backwaters, Alleppey is no less than a
foodie's paradise as this place is home to some truly delicious south Indian recipes
to suit every palate. The dishes you must try here are Puttu with Kadala Curry,
Kootu Curry which is made from Yam and Plantain, Ela Ada which is eaten as a
snack or as a breakfast dish, Prawn Roast, Shappu Meen Curry and Mutton Paya Masala.
Thrissur
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| Parottas |
Thrissur
has a diverse cultural landscape which lends a powerful influence on the food
belonging to this region. Right from Puttus, Achappams, Parottas, Mixed Vegetable
Avial, Poduthal - a rare vegetable dish consisting of Jackfruit, Bitter Gourd, Bananas
and Coconut to Meen Porichathu and Malabar Mutton Biriyani, there's no dearth
of delicacies to devour.
Kovalam
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| Payasam |
Kovalam
beach has long remained a favoured destination for visitors from across the
world. This coastal town boasts of its outstanding seafood preparations like Tandoori
Prawns, Crab Curry, Fish Fry and flavorful vegetarian meal including Idlis, Thoran,
Pachadi, Kaalam which is made from Youghurt and Payasam. Yet another dish worth
digging your teeth in is the spicy fried chicken.
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| Fish Moilee |
Wayanad
is a perfect spot for anyone who wishes to experience the village life. A visit
to Wayanad would be incomplete without exploring its ravishing cuisine. Dishes
that are worth a try are Fish Moilee, Kattu Soup, Steamed Fish, Coconut Rice, Chicken
Stew with Appams and a tribal dish called Nillekka which is made from
gooseberries and honey.
Kannur
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| Appams |
Kannur
has remained the epicentre of spice and wood trade in the earlier times which
had its influence on the local cuisine. Dishes like Thalessery Chicken
Biriyani, Ney Pathiri which is made from Rice, Chatti Pathiri, Spicy Mutton
Korma which is served with Appams or Parottas and a sweet tea snack called
Unnakkaya are greatly enjoyed by the visitors.
Kozhikode
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| Fried Ice Cream |
Known
for its vast beaches, Kozhikode is a dream destination for the gastronomes.
Each dish is a conglomeration of flavours from various other cuisines. The deal
breakers are Chicken Vadivelu, Fried Ice Cream, Mutton liver cooked in spices
and raw banana fritters among an expansive fare of dishes this place has to
offer.
