Rappai’s – The Fast Food pride of Kochi reviewed

This Gallan is damn sure that 9 out of 10 Gallans reading this would already know about this place… But being an identity aspect of Kochi, this Gallan can't resist to write about this not so big hole-in-the wall outfit, that has grown into one of the biggest institutions in the city. Yes, this Gallan is talking about the Rappai's fast Food at Palarivattom.

The very first thing that comes to the mind of this Gallan when he hears about Rappai's is the 'Bademiya' Kebab centre in Mumbai. The 'Rappais' has won similar kind of acceptance as that of the Mumbai 'Bademiya'. Both are small set-ups, but, at the same time, big brands. People of all class come down to these places whenever they feel like treating their taste buds.

The taste of food served at 'Rappais' has traveled miles. Named after the food monster of Kerala, Mr. Rappai a.k.a 'Theeta Rappai' (eating Rappai), this place is not just famous in the city, but in the entire state. This Gallan has many friends from other districts who always makes it a point to eat from Rappai's whenever they visit Kochi. And talking about Mr.Rappai, unfortunately who is no more now… He was this person who could have 750 'idlis' or 25 Kg. of 'halwa' or drink 25 litres of 'pal-payasam' at one go… and still say "I'm hungry"..

Have any item from the 'Rappais' menu, it would definitely not disappoint you. But their most famous combination is the 'Porotta-chicken Fry'. Yummmm…. The beef varieties and 'dosas' are also a recommended combo. as said before, there is nothing to worry about taste when its Rappai's.

A common dislike factor about this place as felt by many is that the food is greasy. This Gallan has a question here..  Are they the only people serving greasy food? Even places like KFC serves greasy chicken, right? Din't find anything wrong with it, as far as there is some taste.

At the remaining 1 out of 10 who haven't been to the Rappai's yet.. " Shame shame.. Puppy shame"

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A smart route map for Kochi Metro Rail

The dream IT project of Kochi, the Smart City, may soon get metro rail connectivity. The state government has decided to extend the alignment of Kochi Metro Rail to the proposed Smart City site.

The authorities will soon start the study for foxing the alignment for the new route. "We have decided to extend the alignment. It will be fixed without much delay," said Minister Aryadan Mohammed who is in charge of the Railways in the state.

According to the existing plan, the metro rail starting from Nedumbassery will end at Petta in Tripunithura. The authorities are exploring the possibilities of two routes. The first proposal is to extend the metro rail line to InfoPark at Kakkanad from Petta. The second option is to provide a connecting line from Petta to Kalamassery so that the trains will run in a circular route around the city. "We have to conduct studies about extending the project to Kakkanad. The study will start after getting the directive from the state government," an official with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation said.


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Kerala Chief Minister:No need for anxiety with regard to Kochi Metro project

Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy today said there was no need for any anxiety with regard to land acquisition for the much delayed Kochi Metro Rail project, which is now estimated to cost about Rs 5000 crore. The land acquisition process has to be completed within six months. The government would be formulating a new land acquisition policy keeping in mind the hardships of those who were forced to surrender their land at Moolampally, he said.

Those giving land for development projects would be entitled to various concessions and would also get market value for their land, Chandy said addressing a high level meeting of ministers, MLAs and businessmen on the Kochi Metro Rail project. The Kochi metro would be a transparent project and all information would be available on the website. Within a month, an office of the project would be opened here, he said. The government had set apart Rs 25 crore for widening of the Thammanam-Pullepady road, which would be used to divert traffic once the North overbridge, the busiest in Kochi, is widened.

Union minister K V Thomas, state minsiters-- Aryadan Mohammed, K Babu, T M Jacob, V K Ibrahim Kunju, MLAs, MPs and Kochi Mayor Toni Chammany were among those who participated in the meeting. Electricity minister, Aryadan Mohammed said government's wish was to complete the project within 4 years once it gets clearance. According to estimates, the project cost could touch Rs 5000 crore, he said. Railway officials also took part in the meeting. The Kochi Metro, to be based on the Chennai model, is being planned to run between a 26 km stretch from Aluva to Tripunithura and is expected to ease traffic woes in the state's

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“You could be the face of the town” with Lawrence & Mayo

Here is yet another chance for Kochi'tes to be an icon of the limelight. 'Lawrence & Mayo', biggies in eye care industry, brings  for you the "You could be the face of the town" event for the young and aspiring dudes and dudettes of the city.

Finalist of the event will get an opportunity to model for a print ad campaign for 'Lawrence & Mayo'. Also, an opportunity to walk the ramp with leading models during an event in July hosted by Lawrence & Mayo ! Now you've got one more reason to not hide yourself.

Last Date for Registration: 6 July 2011.

For registrations, visit : www.facebook.com/popcornevents

Contact Detail: 0484-6060630, 9809047786

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