Chicago is increasingly embracing South Indian cuisine, particularly Keralan dishes, which feature both beef and pork. Despite skepticism regarding some restaurants, Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen and Bar in Park Ridge stands out with its diverse menu and comforting offerings. Their rasam is highlighted as a flavorful, healing elixir composed of tamarind and tomatoes, reminiscent of home-cooked meals. The growing popularity of South Indian food reflects a broader appreciation of varied Indian dishes beyond the typical butter chicken, indicating a culinary evolution in the area.
In Park Ridge, Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen and Bar soars with an ideal mix of fun items - like fish fries and an array of Indian coffees.
The rasam served hit all the right notes; it's a healing vegetarian elixir full of tamarind and tomatoes that helped power me through a number of bitter Chicago winters.
South Indian food is just so haute right now, particularly Keralan cuisine, where beef and pork often shine.
Americans are realizing that first to market doesn't always tell the full story and that there's more to Indian food than butter chicken.
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