A Thali Trip to Chennai at The Orchid Hotel Mumbai

Mumbai’s dining scene gets a taste of Chennai as South of Vindhyas at The Orchid Hotel Mumbai presents its Chennai Express Festival, a limited-period culinary celebration showcasing the diverse flavours and traditional delicacies of Tamil Nadu, on until 1st November 2026.

The festival features an elaborate selection of vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and seafood thalis, with a rotating menu that highlights the region’s rich culinary heritage.

Diners can indulge in traditional favourites such as Pachakari Stew and Vathal Kuzhambu on the vegetarian thali, while non-vegetarian selections feature Meen Fry, Kozhi Sukka, and Vadagam Meen Kuzhambu. Seafood enthusiasts can savour regional specialities including Nandu Milagu Rasam, alongside prawn and squid preparations.

Complementing the feast are South Indian staples such as Appam, Kal Dosa, Parotta, Sambar, Payasam, and authentic South Indian filter coffee, bringing together the comforting and vibrant flavours of Chennai on a single thali.

Perfect for leisurely family lunches, dinners with friends, and food enthusiasts looking to explore regional Indian cuisine, the Chennai Express Festival makes for a delightful addition to Mumbai’s dining calendar this week.

Where: South of Vindhyas, The Orchid Hotel Mumbai, Near Domestic Airport, Vile Parle East, Mumbai – 400099When: Until 1st November 2026
Reservations: +91 75060 10316