The Marathi manoos is not particularly known for leaving the state in search of livelihood. The causality here is ambiguous. One explanation could be cultural, and sociologists could explain why Marathis don’t venture out too much. Another one could be just realistic and practical. Maharashtra in general and Mumbai in particular have been the original “sinks” for immigration because of employment opportunities.
Referencing a recent article by Vikram Doctor on the relatively low popularity of Maharashtrian food, Gaurav Sabnis attributes this to the non-immigratory nature of the Marathi manoos.
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shadows
May 21st, 2008 at 1:39 am | #
I know why maharashtrian cuisine isnt popular – The most famous dishes are “Misal Pav” and Vada Pav.
As for the Kolhapuri items, you need to have jugs of ice cold water nearby. The food floats in watery gravy, along with very visible specks of red chilli powder.
Nikhil
May 21st, 2008 at 2:40 am | #
Hi
Nice post
I agree with the post completely.
Kerala restaurants are there only where there are Mallus. You would find them in a Delhi and not say a Lucknow.(not sure if there are
)
It is not only restaurants but, temples(ya,aren’t they regional, Ayyappa temples were Mallus flock),cinema halls that show regional movies that are taken along by the migrant population.
-Nikhil