The Soul of Indian &
Kerala Cooking
Real recipes, spice stories and food journeys — lovingly curated by Chef Tom Vellaringattu, bringing the authentic flavors of India to your kitchen.
Authentic Spice Blends
Every recipe uses freshly ground masalas and time-honored techniques passed down through generations.
Fresh, Wholesome Ingredients
We celebrate seasonal produce, coconut, curry leaves and the vibrant colors of the Indian pantry.
Recipes That Tell a Story
Each dish comes with the history, culture and little secrets behind its unforgettable flavor.
Guided by a Master Chef
Learn directly from Chef Tom Vellaringattu's 30+ years of authentic Indian culinary experience.
Chef Tom Vellaringattu
Chef • Food Entrepreneur • Founder of Spice n Flavor • Food Pulse
A trained chef, food entrepreneur and food-community advocate whose journey has taken him from professional culinary training in India to building food businesses in the United States — and now toward a broader mission: helping people value food, connect around food, and waste less of it.
1980s
Cooking Since
10+
Spice Blends Created
1987
In the USA Since
3
Ventures Founded
Signature Recipes
Rava Upma
A savory semolina breakfast with vegetables and a curry-leaf tempering.
Chicken Biryani
Aromatic layered rice and spiced chicken — the crowd-pleasing classic.
Sweet Lassi
A cooling, frothy yogurt drink lightly sweetened and cardamom-kissed.
Bengali Fish Curry
Fish in a light mustard-and-turmeric gravy — a Bengali staple.
Home-style Chicken Curry
A comforting everyday chicken curry in a spiced onion-tomato base.
Tandoori Roti
Charred, chewy whole-wheat flatbread from the tandoor.
Explore the Flavors of India
Tasty food, delivered to your home
"Chef Tom's Kerala fish curry recipe transported me straight back to my grandmother's kitchen. The instructions were so clear and authentic!"
Priya Menon
Home Cook, Dubai
"Spice N Flavor is my go-to for real Indian recipes. No shortcuts, no fusion nonsense — just soulful, honest cooking."
David Thomas
Food Blogger, USA
"The articles on spices completely changed how I cook. I finally understand why we roast our masalas!"
Anjali Rao
Culinary Student, Bangalore
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