Next up was the rava idli, a MTR creation that harks back to World War II and speaks to Yagnappa’s ingenuity. Idlis, which are a highlight of their menu, are made from rice. However, during ...

During World War II, the British colonial government rationed rice, a staple in South India, causing many eateries to struggle as their idli steamers lay idle. In response, MTR began using ...