Sunidhi's Sunday Dosa
Playback singer Sunidhi Chauhan recently delighted her followers with a candid video showcasing her family's cherished Sunday brunch. Trading the stage
for her kitchen, the artist is seen effortlessly preparing a golden-brown dosa on a hot griddle. The clip captures her passion for this quintessential South Indian breakfast, whether it's made from fermented rice and lentil batter or a quicker semolina mix. She revealed that this beloved dish, accompanied by an assortment of chutneys, is a non-negotiable part of their weekend gatherings, calling it their 'official Sunday brunch.' The post also included hashtags like 'I am home' and a subtle hint about her upcoming performance in Chennai, subtly connecting her culinary enjoyment with her professional life.
Top Dosa Spots in Chennai
If Sunidhi Chauhan's affection for dosa has sparked a craving, Chennai offers a plethora of exceptional places to satisfy it. Here are some of the city's most celebrated establishments. Saravana Bhavan, a global name in South Indian cuisine, started as a modest shop in 1968 and has since expanded to 28 countries, lauded for its authentic flavors, including crispy dosas, fluffy idlis, and vadas, complemented by rich sambar and aromatic filter coffee. Among their must-try items are the Ghee Roast, Masala, and Onion dosas, as well as Paniyaram. Krishna Restaurant, located within the New Woodlands Hotel, is celebrated for its authentic Udupi fare, featuring classics like Mysore Masala Dosa, Pongal, and Bisi Bele Bath, all served in a nostalgic, homely ambiance, often on banana leaves. Murugan Idli Shop, originating from Madurai, is famous for its ghee-drenched idlis and dosas, along with traditional filter coffee and delectable items like Onion Podi Uthappam and Jigarthanda, all presented with multiple chutneys on banana leaves. Mathsya, established in 1960, boasts a rich culinary legacy across its Adyar, Egmore, and T. Nagar branches, offering Udupi-style dosas such as the delicate Neer dosa, the 'Raja Raja Cholan' dosa with a tomato-onion-capsicum filling, and the impressive four-foot-long 'Rocket' dosa. Finally, Prems Graama Bhojanam offers a unique vegetarian, mess-style dining experience with hearty Bengaluru-style dosas and millet-based dishes, embracing a nutritious, village-inspired approach to South Indian cuisine, evident in its rustic decor and presentation.
