Chettinadu is a region of Sivagangai district of southern part of Tamil Nadu. Chettinadu signify literally as chetti "land" in Tamil. Chettinadu's unique cuisine is universally known as "Aachi Samayal." This Aachi Samayal slowly started to travel throughout other part of Tamil Nadu by the chettinad epicures(food lovers). "Amma" took the privilege to sow Aachi's cuisine in Chennai. The evergreen ch
oice of Chennai food lovers was the reason behind Amma's "pleasant voyage". The possessor of Amma is "Mr.Chinniah" an inhabitant of chetti nadu. It is a pleasure to say that Mr.Chinniah was the chief cook of Dr.MGR, Tamil nadu's beloved Ex-Chief Minister and Matinee idol. AMMA RESTAURANT was the vision of just one man's dream - The great Dr.MGR. In consequence of Chinnaiah's loyalty, sincerity and culinary talents, Dr.MGR aided the pioneer of "Amma". It was named after his wife Mrs.Janaki -ammal, who was endearingly called "AMMA" (which means mother) by their followers. The esteemed hotel's function was initiated in the year of 1983 at T.Nagar (Theagaraya Nagar), which is the most prominent place of Chennai. Amma offers its authentic chettinad cuisine in a pleasing ambience. The interior design of THE HOTEL grasps the glance of the fans of Dr. MGR, as its design is ornamented with a collection of his rare photographs so far found. Amma was enhanced with a team of chettinad chefs who were expert in culinary art. Amma preserve its culinary heritage and follow the traditional recipes. Amma deliberates in promoting nourishing multi cuisine to her customers using spices, legumes and Indian cooking techniques. Imagine it being made from your grandmother's secret recipes. Each of these low fat and low caloric recipes promoted after the nutritional analysis. Amma transforms even the ordinary vegetables into addictive, exotic and habit-forming dishes that will amaze you. Amma brings the true Indian flavor to your table in a healthy manner.
