Food for thought

Recent business trips to Malaysia had taught me some lessons that stand memorable..

Although I am aware of the Pay as you Please concept introduced by the Annalakshmi Group of Restaurants,it is very good once you experience the whole process yourself..

A class vegeterian restaurant serving authentic Indian food in a highly culturistic ambience that reflects the ethos and principles of India is quite amusing...There are quite a few of them run by the same group in Chennai and Coimbatore,but it took me so long to exoerience the feeling in this country..Their motto is simple "Where vegeterian dining is a cultural experience"..The priniciple is derived from the ancient saying,"Athithi Devo Bhava" -from Sanskrit meaning "Guest is God"

Started by a hindu monk,Swami Shantanand Saraswati from the Rishikesh to promote Bharateeyam now stands a big testimony as sucessful ventures in 4 countries and expanding day by day.It all started with a simple journey to Malaysia way back in seventies to meet people.In Kuala Lumpur, he was hosted by a family and through them met a number of families. His gatherings were filled with songs in praise of God and his talks illuminated almost every conceivable subject pertinent to life and living but most of all, it was the way he spoke God's love that filled the hearts of those who heard him.

The whole thing is run for pure service by volunteers from all walks of life.The proceeds go to charity,health care projects.The guest can pay as per the wish and leave after a sumptuous lunch or dinner.

So I made a concious decision to provide my daily food allowance to this cause by promoting it by visiting regularly to this place..It is really a food for thought and the service is excellent to any standard..It is very surprising to find Chinese and Foreigners in this place for the dining.

Apart from the dining,the group also runs Temple for Fine arts to promote Indian culture among the people.Next time you visit Perth,Singapore ,Chennai,Coimbatore or KL do visit this place and enjoy the fine dine experience for yourself!!