Sri Durga: Thali

First thing Manju wanted to hear today was how our trip to buy steel had gone. We told him we had fun and he asked what we bought and how much we paid. He seemed pleased with our answers.Then he said something about “pongal today,” and asked “Big or small?”I took this...

Side trip, initiated by Manju

As we’ve been enjoying our lunches, we’ve also been admiring the Sri Durga tableware. Who doesn’t love a plate that keeps all of the food items separate? And stainless steel cups and bowls. And spoons that nest perfectly.We asked Manju about the tableware and whether...

Sri Durga: Can’t resist ordering my favorite

I’ve held out long enough. I intended to save my favorite dish for last, but Manju mentioned that they had chow chow bath, and I couldn’t resist.Chow chow bathChow chow bath is a two in one dish combining kesari bath and khara bath (kesari is on the left, khara...

Sri Durga: Lunch is Served

We are eating faster than I am posting. Going to try to catch up a bit. On today’s menu? Kali dosa!Kali dosaOur plan to work through the menu systematically reveals our lack of understanding of this restaurant. Every menu item isn’t necessarily available at any time...

Sri Durga: Manju’s Choice

Yesterday I asked for shavige bath (a mixture of vermicelli, vegetables and spices), but Manju told us that’s only available in the morning. We’re going to have to do a brunch to complete our research. Sara asked for a rava dosa and he told us it’s only available in...