The Economic Times

'If made from the heart, people will feel it': This Punjabi dhaba in Kochi won Keralas Best Restaurant Award. How 2 brothers fulfilled their mother's dream through faith, cultural diversity, and love

Brothers Mohinder and Manjit Singh Sethi fulfilled their mother's dream by opening Sethi Da Dhaba in Kochi, specializing in authentic Punjabi cuisine. Despite initial slow footfall in the South Indian city, their dedication to traditional flavors and quality ingredients led to widespread acclaim, including the Manorama Online Golden Clove Award 2026 for Best North Indian Culinary Excellence.