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
The Spice Trade
The Malabari family begins trading premium spices directly from the hills of Kerala to the ports of the Middle East.
The First Kitchen
Chef Ismail opens a small, 4-table eatery in Thalassery, cooking Biriyani exclusively with the traditional Dum method.
Global Luxury
Thalassery Restaurant expands globally, offering the identical, uncompromised 1985 recipe in an ultra-premium dining atmosphere.