Welcome Puthandu with a Special Tamil New Year Feast at Southern Spice, Taj Coromandel, Chennai

Marking the beginning of the Tamil calendar, Puthandu is one of the most cherished festivals for Tamil-speaking communities across the world. Celebrated on the first day of the Tamil month of Chithirai, the festival symbolises prosperity and hope for the year ahead.

Festival & Significance
- Puthandu marks the Tamil New Year, celebrated on the first day of Chithirai.
- Symbolizes prosperity and hope, with homes decorated in mango leaves and kolams.
- Meals reflect the six traditional tastes of Tamil cuisine: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, and astringent.

Culinary Journey at Southern Spice
- Welcome drinks: Nannari Sherbet, Panagam.
- Starters: Ulundu Vadai, Mani Kozhukattai, Murungai Keerai Adai.
- Signature dish: Mangai Pachadi (raw mango, jaggery, neem).
- Regional specialties:
- Tirunelveli Kalyana Veetu Aviyal
- Kathirikkai Mochai Puli Curry
- Kola Urundai (Madurai lamb)
- Kozhi Uppu Kari (Chettinad chicken)
- Meen Manga Curry (fish in mango gravy)
- Attukal Paya (lamb trotter stew)
- Accompaniments: Mappillai Samba Rice, Idiyappam, Nool Parotta, Arachuvitta Sambar, Kuthiraivali Curd Rice.
- Desserts: Akkaravadisal, Nungu Payasam, Mukkani Thattu (mango, banana, jackfruit), Pachai Payaru & Panangarkandu Ice Cream.

Accolades
- Southern Spice is ranked among India’s Top 50 Restaurants by Condé Nast Traveller India.
- Awarded 4 Stars by Culinary Culture’s Ultimate Restaurant Ratings.

Event Details
- Date: April 14, 2026
- Thalis: Lunch (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM) & Dinner (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
- Pricing: INR 3750 (Vegetarian) | INR 4000 (Non-Vegetarian) plus taxes

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This feast is designed as a culinary homage to Tamil heritage, blending festive tradition with the artistry of one of India’s most celebrated restaurants.