House of Chettinad was born from a land where food is more than nourishment—it is heritage, memory, and reverence.
Growing up in Karaikudi, the heart of Chettinad, where every meal was prepared with care, layered with spices traded across seas, and shared with a spirit of generosity. The earliest lessons came from just family kitchen—recipes whispered from one generation to the next, each dish carrying the essence of our homeland’s bold and intricate flavors.
For centuries, the Chettiar community has been merchants, travelers, and visionaries, bringing back influences from Burma, Ceylon, and beyond. In the same spirit, We carry forward those traditions, reimagining them for today. Every plate at House of Chettinad is both a tribute to my ancestors and a promise to share the richness of this hidden cuisine with the world.
This is more than dining—it is a journey into the soul of Chettinad, told through fire, spice, and memory.