The founder in a South Indian colonnade, morning light raking through the arches

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A degree in power,a passion for flavour

It began at NIT Trichy. The founder went south to study a Masters in Power Electronics and discovered a love for authentic South Indian food instead. A single bite of a real Trichy dosa revealed a world of difference — and a mission was born.

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A friendship, a restaurant

In Trichy, the founder grew close to Lawrence, the mess manager — a man who knew South Indian food like few people do. They called him Anna, “elder brother.”

Over countless meals and conversations, a simple idea took shape: head north, open a small outlet, and share the real taste of South India with everyone.

That became the foundation: serve authentic South Indian food at the most honest price possible. No shortcuts, just the food we fell in love with.

The founder, arms folded, in front of a temple arch

“In the South, the food was affordable, abundant, and better in every way. People in the North deserve to taste the real thing — not a watered-down imitation.”

Four turns

How it happened

  1. A masala dosa, folded over spiced potato, with sambar and chutneys
    01

    NIT Trichy — a degree and a discovery

    Moved south for a Masters in Power Electronics; a bite of real street food changed everything. The gap between authentic South Indian flavours and what was served up north was impossible to ignore.

  2. The founder with Anna in Trichy
    The founder and Anna, Trichy
    02

    The bond — friendship with Anna

    Alongside Lawrence — Anna — the mess manager, a bond was forged over countless meals. A plan took shape: bring the real taste of the South to Delhi.

  3. Anna in front of a case of Chola bronzes
    Anna
    03

    The idea — authenticity for all

    In the South the food was affordable and excellent; in the North, expensive and diluted. The mission: authentic South Indian food at a minimal price, so everyone could taste the real thing.

  4. The dining room in Sector 135, green walls and brass lamps
    Sector 135, Noida
    04

    Today — Cauvery Chutney

    What started as a dream between two friends, inspired by the Kaveri River and 21 varieties of chutney, is now a beloved destination in Sector 135.