“This included Alladi Krishnaswamy Iyer and Gopalaswamy Iyengar. Subsequently, BN Rau, another Brahmin, was brought on board as an advisor.” He added: “BN Rau went on to become the first ...

Tamil Brahmin cooking is generally Satvik ... which comprised of: An Iyengar version of brinjal curry, this simple yet hearty dish is prepared using mild spices, tamarind paste, hing and curry ...