Kerala Food Festival Comes to Dubai

DUBAI, UAE: Nestled within the President Hotel Dubai, Kovalam - a distinguished 26 year old Indian restaurant known for its multi-cuisine delicacies, with a focus on coastal Indian regions. Kovalam is hosting a vibrant Kerala Food Festival which will take place from the 15th of July to the 31st July. Crafted by Chef Vinod Naik, the festival menu features Kerala cuisine delivering a rich array of authentic Kerala dishes, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. From traditional Kerala delicacies to modern interpretations of classic dishes, the menu offers a culinary journey that heightens the senses. 

Some of the highlights include, Seafood specialties, Fresh Daily Catches, Rice Specialties and Dubai's First Ever Kerala Sea Food Boat featuring coastal delicacies and beverages.  

Priced at AED 399, THE VALLAM BOAT takes one on a tour from Kerala to Dubai, featuring 10 varieties of Cochin seafood served with signature beverages in a wooden boat which is 100 cm in length and 34 cm in width. 

From the Kerala Food Festival menu, guests can enjoy appetisers like Paripu Coins, Betel Leaf Wrapped Chicken (AED 69), and Trivandrum Stuffed Nandu (Crab) (AED 59). Main courses include Chemba Puttu and Kadala Curry (AED 29), Niracha Khozi Curry (AED 49), and Duck Roast with Kallappam (AED 49). Seafood specialties feature Nirvana Meen Chatti and Kingfish Curry, while desserts include Raggi Pudding Ice Cream (AED 29) and Palada Payasam (AED 19).

There's MORE!!

Every Day at Kerala Food Festival, there will be an add on menu dedicated to one of the 14 districts of Kerala. Get ready to indulge into special delicacies from Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, Malapuuram, Palakkad, Thrissur, Erankulam, Idukki, Kottayam. Alappuzha, pathanamthitta, Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram. Some of the menu highlights from the special menu include- Nei Pathiri, Kallumakkaya (Mussels) Fry ,Malabar duck roast, Molagootal, Kappa and Meen Curry, Kappa Vevichathu, Chemeen Curry, Appam and Mutton Stew, Karimeen Fry and more.

Kovalam's Kerala food festival is not only about food but also encapsulates the essence of Kerala culture to offer you an overall experience. 

Guests can engage in special events such as cultural performances; workshops on spice mixing, and traditional crafts that provide opportunities for hands-on learning and exploration of Kerala culture. Grace your ears with the melodious strains of Kerala's traditional music genres like Carnatic music, Sopana Sangeetham, and Folk songs presented in solo acts and live performances that highlight Kerala's musical heritage.

Adding a special touch to every visit, Kovalam will present Jasmine Garland to the cherished female guests.

For those seeking a deeper cultural immersion, Kovalam periodically transforms with Kerala-themed pop-up events. These events feature rotating exhibits flaunting Kerala’s traditional attire, musical instruments, and historical artefacts, complemented by interactive elements inviting guests to engage actively with Kerala's rich heritage.

“We are thrilled to host the Kerala Food Festival. We strive to bring authentic tastes right from God’s own country. The festival offers a glimpse of the vast nature’s bounty, diverse wilderness, and magnificent landscapes found on the Malabar Coast. It’s an immersive journey into the heart of Kerala's traditions. From traditional music performances to interactive workshops, we invite everyone to explore, learn, and enjoy the diverse beauty of Kerala right here at Kovalam," said Rahul K. Shetty, Director at Kovalam.

Whether dining or attending one of its enriching events, Kovalam offers a luxurious yet welcoming ambience, promising an unforgettable journey into the heart of Kerala's culture and cuisine.

Quick Deets
What: Kerala Food Festival at Kovalam
When: 15th July- 31st July
Address: President Hotel Al Karama
Instagram: @kovalam.restaurant
Website: www.peninsulagroup.ae
Contact: +971 50 469 1510