Thalassery.
Spice Market in Malabar
Our Heritage

A Legacy of
Spice & Fire.

The Origins of
Thalassery Restaurant

Nestled on the Malabar Coast of Kerala, the historic town of Thalassery has been the epicenter of the global spice trade for centuries. It was here, where Arabian, European, and Indian cultures collided, that a unique culinary tradition was born.

Unlike traditional biriyanis that use Basmati, the Thalassery Biriyani relies on Khaima rice—a short-grain, incredibly fragrant rice that absorbs the robust flavors of Malabar spices. We brought this centuries-old recipe, passed down through generations, directly to your table.

Ismail Malabari

Founding Chef

Our Journey

1920

The Spice Trade

The Malabari family begins trading premium spices directly from the hills of Kerala to the ports of the Middle East.

1985

The First Kitchen

Chef Ismail opens a small, 4-table eatery in Thalassery, cooking Biriyani exclusively with the traditional Dum method.

2026

Global Luxury

Thalassery Restaurant expands globally, offering the identical, uncompromised 1985 recipe in an ultra-premium dining atmosphere.