M.S. Krishna Iyer facts for kids
| Born | M.S. Krishna Iyer 1934 Kerala, India |
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| Died | 2012 Thirissur, Kerala |
| Cooking style | Vegetarian Dishes |
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Current restaurant(s)
Ambi Swamy’s
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M.S. Krishna Iyer, also known as Ambi Swamy, was a famous Indian chef and restaurant owner. He was born in 1934 or 1935 in Thrissur, Kerala, India. Ambi Swamy played a huge role in making delicious vegetarian food popular across Kerala, bringing recipes often found in temples to everyone. He passed away in 2012.
A Chef's Journey
Early Start in Cooking
Ambi Swamy began his cooking career when he was just 17 years old. He quickly became known for his amazing vegetarian dishes. His skills helped bring traditional temple food to many people outside of religious places.
Cooking for Big Events
Throughout his life, Ambi Swamy organized cooking for very large events. One of the biggest was the Kerala School Kalolsavam. This is a huge youth festival in Kerala where many students take part. Cooking for such a large crowd shows how talented and organized he was.
His Legacy
Ambi Swamy owned a restaurant called Ambi Swamy’s. He was known for his vegetarian cooking style. He left behind a family of seven sons and two daughters. His work helped shape the food culture in Kerala.
