Our Story

Kerala Roots. Arabic Soul.

Same roots, new horizons

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One journey. Sixteen chapters.

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Chapter 01
A Boy from Kerala
A curious Malayali boy, full of dreams, a degree in his hand and a big world ahead.
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Chapter 02
A New Journey
He leaves home for Dubai with one goal — to build a better future.
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Chapter 03
The First Steps
The beginning was hard. Long hours, low pay, but a heart full of determination.
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Chapter 04
Learning, One Job at a Time
He worked in cafés, restaurants and kitchens — learning coffee, service, cooking and, most importantly, hospitality.
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Chapter 05
A Taste of Home in a Faraway Land
In a small Kerala restaurant in Dubai, the aroma of parotta, curry and curry leaves took him back home.
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Chapter 06
Discovering a New Love
At the same time, he fell in love with the flavours of Arabia — shawarma, grills, mandi, hummus and the warmth of Arabic culture.
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Chapter 07
Two Cultures. One Heart.
He realised both cuisines had something special — bold flavours, generous portions and a deep sense of hospitality.
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Chapter 08
A Big Idea Is Born
What if he could bring the best of both worlds together? A place where a dosa sits next to a shawarma, where appam meets mandi, and everyone feels at home.
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Chapter 09
Mallu Habibi
A name that comes from the heart — Mallu for the Malayali in him, and Habibi, the Arabic word for ‘my dear’.
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Chapter 10
Creating a Unique Menu
He combined traditional Kerala favourites with iconic Arabic dishes and created signature recipes that tell his story.
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Chapter 11
Recipes with a Story
Every dish carries a chapter of his journey — from home, to hustle, to discovery, to a dream.
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Chapter 12
More Than Just a Restaurant
A celebration of people, places and flavours. A space where families, friends and food lovers come together.
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Chapter 13
From a Dream to a Reality
What started as a simple idea in a small shop in Dubai is now a restaurant brand — built with hard work, learning and a deep love for great food.
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Chapter 14
A Place for Everyone
Whether you grew up with appam or discovered shawarma on your travels, there’s a place for you at Mallu Habibi.
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Chapter 15
Carrying the Story Forward
The journey continues — bringing the flavours of Kerala and Arabia to more cities, more people and more tables.
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Chapter 16
Good Food, Brighter Days
Every meal is a reminder that different cultures come together beautifully, and the best stories are always served at the table.