Local Cuisine Trail

Overview

Explore Mattancherry’s rich culinary tapestry, blending Kerala spices with global trader influences. Wander lively streets, tasting local delicacies while discovering the stories behind each dish.

• Sample crispy parippu vada, spicy banana chips, and fresh tropical fruits from street vendors.
• Taste Kerala sweets like unniyappam and palada payasam.
• Visit a heritage Jewish bakery for challah bread, nutty pastries, and coconut-based treats.
• Sip spiced chai and Sulaimani tea at a roadside shop while watching the bustling evening crowd.
• Enjoy Malabar fish curry, chicken roast, vegetable thoran, and soft appams at a family-run eatery.
• Hear fascinating stories of Mattancherry’s multicultural food heritage from your guide.