Wayanad’s Olan restaurant wins Golden Clove Award for Best Kerala Cuisine

Olan Restaurant has earned a five-star rating at the Manorama Online Golden Clove Awards, a platform that celebrates some of Kerala’s finest dining destinations. At a ceremony held at KTDC Waterscapes Resort in Kumarakom, the team from the restaurant received the Best Kerala Cuisine -Traditional Excellence Award from Vir Sanghvi. The Manorama Online Golden Clove Awards are powered by Melam Masala as the main sponsor, with Kerafed as the co-sponsor.

Re-imagining beloved Malayali dishes with a touch of creativity, ‘Olan’ has carved a distinct place for itself on Kerala’s culinary map. Rooted in the rich flavours of Kerala, the restaurant brings authentic cuisine to life with finesse. Behind this venture are the skilled hands of Chef Shibin and Chef Sinoy, whose passion and craft define its identity.

For travellers winding their way through the scenic Wayanad ghats, ‘Olan’ has become a natural stop along the way.

Olan stands apart for its clear and confident identity. At its core, it stays true to Kerala. The menu leaves out Chinese and Arabic influences and instead brings together authentic dishes from across the state.

Freshness is central to everything here. There is no reliance on freezer storage. Ingredients are sourced from the market each day and cooked fresh, with no artificial colours or preservatives added. It is this simplicity and honesty that makes the food easy to trust and enjoy.

The Kerala sadya remains the main highlight here. Alongside it, the menu features regional favourites like Malabar’s Kunji Pathal and Tayar Pathal, as well as dishes from the Kottayam and Pala regions such as Pidi and Kozhi and Paal Kappa. For puttu lovers, the variety is a delight, with more than 20 different options on offer. Fresh fish dishes from Kozhikode further add to the appeal.

With a presence extending beyond Wayanad to Thrissur, ‘Olan’ is steadily growing, with plans to expand into Mangaluru, Dubai and the United States.