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CUISINE
HISTORY CAFE
For 3000 years, ocean-goers from Greece, Rome, China, Arabia, Portugal, Holland & Britain have visited Kerala, adding their recipes to the melting-pot that is Kerala's cuisine. The River Periyar is Kerala’s source for not just water, power and inspiration, but is also rich in river catch. At the site of the Château, the river is just a few km from sea, mingling with backwater canals and lagoons, forming an estuary rich in Prawn, Pearl Spot, Snapper, Mullet, Baramundi, Clam etc.
BREAKFAST IS ON US
BREAKFAST
Cut Fruit
Fruit Juice
Cornflakes/Muesli
Warm/Cold Milk
Toast, Butter & Jam
French Toast
Eggs To Order
Omelette/ Sunny Side Up/ Boiled/Scrambled
Tea
Milk/Black/Masala/ Lemon
Coffee
Milk/Black/ Dry Ginger
Traditional South Indian Breakfast
Any one fixed option daily
String Hoppers (Idiappam)
With Veg Stew/ Egg Curry/Coconut Milk
OR
Steamed Rice Cylinders (Puttu)
With Bengal Gram Curry/Steamed Plantain/Pappadam
OR
Fermented Rice Pancake (Appam)
With Veg Stew/Egg Curry/ Coconut Milk
OR
Unleavened Fried Bread (Poori) Wiith Potato Bhaji
OR
Rice Cake (Idly)/ Rice Pancake (Dosa)
Wiith Sambar & Chutney
A STROLL IN THE YARD AFTER BREAKFAST?
Our yard keepers will be happy to take you for a stroll and show you the trees and fruits
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Champakka (Rose Apple)
is eaten as a fruit and also used to make pickles
Jathikka (Nutmeg & Mace)
is a spice with an incredibly strong aroma
Chikoo (Sapota)
is a delicious fruit and an excellent source of various vitamins
Chakka (Jackfruit)
is a species of tree in the fig, mulberry, and breadfruit family
Masala Tree (Allspice)
flavours of Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Clove.
Kashunandi (Cashew)
is a tropical evergreen tree that produces the cashew seed
Our yard keepers will also show you Banana, Pomegranate, Malabar Tamarind & Mango
HISTORY CAFE
MENU FOR THE MONTH
We serve made-from-scratch meals. Please give us 2 hours to serve you. Thank you!
SOUPS
HOT & SOUR SOUP (VEG/CHK)
SWEET CORNSOUP (VEG/CHK)
CLEAR SOUP (VEG/CHK)
CREAM OF VEG/TOM/CHK SOUP
LEMON CORIANDER SOUP
₹210/230
₹210/230
₹210/230
₹210/240
₹210
SALADS
GREEN SALAD
TOSSED SALAD
RAITHA
₹230
₹300
₹200
DRINKS
PINEAPPLE/ WATERMELON/ ORANGE
LIME JUICE/LIME SODA
TENDER COCONUT WATER
BANANA/ APPLE SHAKE
PLAIN/PINEAPPLE LASSI
COLD COFFEE
TEA/COFFEE/ LIME TEA
BUTTERMILK
₹250
₹150
₹150
₹300
₹270
₹290
₹50
₹170
KERALA TEA SNAKS
BANANA FRITTERS (PAZHAMPORI)
MASHED & STUFFED PLANTAIN FRIED
JAGGERY & COCONUT DUMPLING ONION FRITTERS (PAKODA)
₹230
₹230
₹250
₹230
STARTERS
SPRING ROLLS (VEG/CHK)
CHICKEN 65/ CHICKEN PAKODA CHILLY
CHICKEN DRY
FISH FINGERS GOLDEN FRIED PANEER BABYCORN
FRENCH FRIES
PEANUT MASALA
₹400/500
₹520
₹590
₹440
₹300
₹230
MAINS INTERNATIONAL
GRILLED CHICKEN, FRIES/ MASH, DIP
CRUMBED CHICKEN, FRIES/ MASH, DIP
CHICKEN & MUSHROOM WHITE SAUCE
CHICKEN CLUB SANDWICH, FRIES, DIP
CHICKEN SANDWICH, FRIES, DIP
EGG & CHEESE SANDWICH, FRIES, DIP
GRILLED PANEER, FRIES/ MASH. DIP
BUTTER GARLIC VEGGIES, FRIES, DIP
₹690
₹650
₹600
₹550
₹500
₹400
₹470
₹400
MAINSCHINESE
CHILLY CHICKEN GRAVY/DRY
CHICKEN MANCHURIAN GRAVY/ DRY
GARLIC CHICKEN GRAVY/ DRY
DRAGON CHICKEN GRAVY/DRY
CHILLY BEEF GRAVY/ DRY
DRAGON PRAWNS
CHILLY PANEER
GOBI MANCHURIAN/ CHILLY
CHILLY MUSHROOM/BABYCORN
MUSHROON/ BABYCORNMANCHURIAN
FRIED RICE (VEG/EGG)
FRIED RICE (CHK/PRAWN)
₹590
₹580
₹580
₹620
₹600
₹750
₹470
₹440
₹440
₹300/350
₹550
₹440
MAINS KERALA
KERALA CHICKEN ROAST
CHICKEN VARUTHU ARACHU CURRY
CHICKEN PEPPER ROAST
CHICKEN COCONUT MILK CURRY
KERALA EGG ROAST
KERALA EGG MASALA
KERALA EGG CURRY
KERALA BEEF ROAST
KERALA BEEF COCONUT FRY
KERALA BEEF CURRY
BEEF VARATHU ARACHU CURRY
MUTTON CURRY
VEGETABLE STEW KORMA
PEAS MASALA
KERALA AVIAL (VEGGIES & COCONUT)
MORU (CURD) CURRY/RASAM/SAMBAR
KERALA THEEYAL (SHALLOT CURRY)
KERALA OLAN (STEWED ASH GOURD)
KERALA KALAN (SOUR CURD CURRY)
KERALA KOOTU (CHICKPEA) CURRY
KAPPA(TAPIOCA) PUZHUKKU
KERALA MUSHROOM PEPPER CURRY
₹560
₹600
₹560
₹570
₹300
₹300
₹300
₹600
₹600
₹600
₹600
₹750
₹370
₹370
₹360
₹300
₹300
₹350
₹300
₹370
₹300
₹440
CURATED KERALA MEAL
8 people & above - 1300/-person Boiled Rice, Chicken Roast, Fish Curry, Sambar, Kachumber, Pachhadi, Avial, Thoran, Pappadam, Kondattam, Pickle, Payasam
VEG MEALS
NON-VEG MEALS
BIRIYANI CHICKEN MUTTON
BIRIYANI BEEF PRAWN
₹1000
₹1300
₹650/750
₹750
MAINS NORTH INDIAN
CASHEW CHICKEN
BUTTER CHICKEN
CHICKEN GHEE ROAST
KADHAI VEG/CHICKEN
PANEER BUTTER MASALA
MUSHROOM CURRY
GOBI MASALA
BHINDI MASALA
MIXED VEGETABLE CURRY
ALOO GOBI DRY
ALOO JEERA
DAL FRY
₹620
₹580
₹560
₹370/580
₹440
₹440
₹400
₹340
₹370
₹400
₹400
₹330
RICE & BREADS
STEAMED RICE (KERALA/WHITE)
KERALA PAROTTA (SET OF 3) COCONUT/LEMON/TOMATO RICE
PUTTU (STEAMED RICE CYLINDERS)
CURD RICE
GHEE RICE
MASHED POTATO
VEG PULAO JEERA RICE
CHAPATHI (SET OF 3)
₹200
₹170
₹330
₹250
₹300
₹330
₹240
₹330
₹170
DESSERT
GRILLED BANANA & ICE CREAM
GRILLED PINEAPPLE & ICE CREAM
FRUIT PLATTER & ICE CREAM
GULAB JAMUM & ICE CREAM
FRIED ICE CREAM
₹300
₹300
₹350
₹330
₹300
CATCH OF THE DAY
The River Periyar is Kerala's source for not just water, power and inspiration, but is also rich in river catch. At the site of the Château, the river is just a few km from sea, mingling with backwater canals and lagoons, forming an estuary rich in Prawn, Pearl Spot, Snapper, Mullet, Baramundi, Clam etc
CATCH VARIETIES (DAILY)
PEARL SPOT (KARIMEEN)
RIVER PRAWN (CHEMMEEN)
KING FISH (NEYMEEN)
SQUID (KOONTHAL)
₹900
₹900
₹900
₹800
CATCH VARIETIES (TO ORDER)
JUMBO RIVER PRAWN (KONJU)
SARDINE (MATHI)
ANCHOVY (KOZHUVA)
CRAB (NJANDU) (AS PER SIZE)
RIVER CLAM (KAKKA)
SAIL FISH (OLAKODIYAN)
RED SNAPPER (CHEMPALLI)
MACKAREL (AYLA)
₹1000
₹600
₹530
₹950
₹600
₹650
₹850
₹600
STYLE
Grilled/ Butter Garlic/ Kerala Curry/ Kerala Roast/ Kerala Fry/Chilly (Chinese)/ Golden Fried/ Crumb Fried/Molee/ Pollichathu (Flamed in Banana Leaf)
ON THE SIDE
Rice, Salad, Papad & Pickle French Fries/Mashed Potato, Salad & Dip
Periyar Karimeen (Pearl Spot)
Pollichathu (Steamed in Babana Leaf with Spices)
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Periyar River Prawn
Kerala River Prawn Curry
King Fish (Seer Fish)
King Fish Kerala Fry
KITCHEN FAVOURITES OF THE MONTH
CATCH OF THE DAY
CHOOSE STYLE : Golden Fried [] Grilled [] Butter Garlic [] Coconut Milk Curry [] Kerala Curry [] Kerala Roast [] Chilly (Chinese) [] Kerala Fry [] Crumb Fried [] Fish Fingers [] Fish Molee [] Pollichathu (Flamed in Banana Leaf)
SERVED WITH : Rice [] Salad [] Papad [] Pickle
OR
French Fries/ Mashed Potato [] Salad [] Dip★ PEARL SPOT
Native to the River Periyar estuary, the iconic Pearl Spot (Karimeen) is a local delicacy and the official State Fish. Watch fishermen wild-fishing Karimeen with valathoti (dip net), veesuvala (casting net), ambu (spear fishing), and vattavala (circular net). Best enjoyed as Pollichathu (flamed).
₹600
★ RIVER PRAWN
Kerala's estuaries and backwaters are rich in prawns, caught using koruvala (trawl net), veesuvala (casting net), and cheenavala (Chinese net). Watch fishermen using these traditional methods in the rivers. Enjoy prawns as Kerala Prawn Curry, a dish that captures the authentic flavors.
₹500
★ KING FISH
The universal favorite "Neymeen" or King Fish (King Mackerel) are swift swimmers, often caught using hooks and lines. They put up a vigorous fight when caught, adding to the thrill of the catch. This delicious fish is best enjoyed fried or grilled, offering a perfect blend of flavor and texture.
₹550
SAIL FISH
The Indian Sailfish, native to the Indian Ocean and Kerala's estuaries, is known for its majestic sail-like dorsal fin and incredible speed. This versatile fish is delicious in many forms, including grilled or fried. However, our favorite preparation is Sail Fish Fingers, a delightful treat showcasing its unique flavor and texture.
₹450
RED SNAPPER
The Red Snapper, known as Chemballi in Malayalam, is fished year-round and is a favorite for its rich protein content and low calories. This versatile fish is ideal for health-conscious food lovers. While it can be cooked in various ways, we love it best when grilled, bringing out its delicious natural flavors.
₹500
MACKAREL
The Indian mackerel thrives in warm, shallow waters of the Indian Ocean, particularly in coastal bays, harbors, and lagoons. A staple for Keralites, this fish is both delicious and highly nutritious. While it can be prepared in various ways, it’s best enjoyed fried Kerala style, offering a perfect blend of flavor and tradition.
₹400
SARDINE
Sardine, known as Mathi or Chaala in Malayalam, is a staple in every Kerala household. Renowned for its rich, oily flavor, it perfectly complements a traditional Kerala meal. This nutritious fish is a favorite for its taste and versatility but is best enjoyed fried Kerala style, adding a delightful crunch to the meal.
₹350
ANCHOVY
This small silver fish, often regarded as one of the tastiest in the world, is a true delight. No matter how it’s prepared, it always tastes great. However, our personal favorite is crispy, deep-fried Anchovy, Kerala style, which perfectly enhances its rich flavor and makes it an irresistible treat for all.
₹350
RIVER CRAB
Crab, cherished by connoisseurs for its sweet and succulent meat, is a true delicacy. Among Kerala's culinary treasures, Kerala Crab Roast stands out for its simplicity and incredible flavor. This dish pairs perfectly with rice, making it a favorite for those who appreciate the rich and authentic taste of Kerala cuisine.
₹600
RIVER CLAM
The riverbed in front of our property is a popular black clam picking spot, with clam pickers harvesting them by the boatload. Known as kakka irachi, clam meat is rich in calcium and absolutely delicious when roasted with Kerala spices, coconut shavings, and curry leaves, offering a lip-smacking taste.
₹350
CURATED MEALS
If you are a shared table of 8 diners or more, let us do the ordering for you. Choose from our set meal menus and enjoy a variety of dishes of your preferred cuisine type. Pricing is per person (age 12 and above). Children between 6 and 12 will be charged 50%.★ CURATED KERALA MEAL
Boiled Rice, Chicken Roast, Fish Curry, Sambar, Kachumber, Pachhadi, Avial, Thoran, Pappadam, Kondattam, Pickle, Payasam
₹650
★ OFF THE GRILL
Grilled Chicken, Grilled Fish, Grilled Paneer, Grilled Veggies, Tossed Salad/ Green Salad, Sweet Chilli Dip, Garlic Mayo Dip, Butter Garlic Rice/ Buttered Vegetables, Grilled Pineapple & Ice Cream, Grilled Banana & Ice Cream
₹1,250
CURATED INDIAN MEAL
Chapathy, Paneer Butter Masala, Veg Pulao, Yellow Dal, Kadhai Chicken, Fish Masala, Raitha, Pickle, Salad, Gulab Jamun & Ice Cream, Cut Fruit
₹850
★ KERALA CHICKEN BIRIYANI
Kerala Style Chicken Biriyani, Salad, Pickle, Pappadam, Ice Cream
₹450
BREAKFAST
Tea/ Coffee, Juices, Cut Fruits, Cornflakes/ Muesli, Warm/ Cold Milk, Eggs to Order, Toast Butter Jam, Traditional Breakfast Options, Stringhoppers/ Appam/ Puttu with Veg Stew, Egg Curry, Gram Curry.
₹550
★ CURATED FESTIVE KERALA MEAL
Kerala Duck Kurma, Karimeen (Pearl Spot) Moilee, Appam, Beef Coconut Fry, Kerala Parotta, Prawn Roast, Boiled Rice, Moru (Curd) Curry, Thoran, Salad, Pappadam, Pickle, Kondattam, Plum Cake with Caramel Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream, Vatteappam with Coconut Milk
₹1,500
Mild
KERALA TEA SNACKS
Tea-time favourites★ PAZHAMPORI
Banana Fritters
₹160
★ KOZHAKATTA
Jaggery & Coconut Dumpling
₹160
PARIPPU VADA
Lentil Fritters
₹160
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