All about Indian cuisine in La Rochelle city !
We all know what homesickness feels like, which is why it is always comforting to find a little piece of home abroad. When studying in La Rochelle, our students may discover the great wealth of local and French cuisine. But what about when you are craving chicken tandoori or lassi ? Rest assured, Indian cuisine has also found its way to La Rochelle, much to the delight of our Indian students… as well as all the other food lovers !
Shalimar : delicious Indian flavours
Located in the historic centre of La Rochelle, Shalimar restaurant is a little slice of India that made its way to Charente-Maritime. Shalimar offers the opportunity to discover various oriental flavours. Students may enjoy traditional dishes typically found in their country such as biryani, naan bread, vindaloo, chicken tikka… Though this change of scenery is only for a couple of hours, it is sure to bring joy to all of those yearning for their home country.
39 Rue St Jean du Pérot, 17000 La Rochelle — Phone number : 09 67 15 05 05
Sri Krishna : the Tandoori specialist
Just a stone’s throw away lies another restaurant that showcases Indian cuisine. Sri Krishna has its own specialty: chicken Tandoori (Masala), a dish cooked in a stone oven. This signature dish is a classic in India, just like chicken Tikka ! However, the restaurant is also famous for their “Thali”: those large trays that come with many different dishes such as salads, vegetables (chickpeas, lentils), meat or fish, yoghurt, naan bread, rice… It would be hard not to feel full after such a generous meal ! But when your roots are calling, you need to listen to your heart (and your stomach).
38 Rue St Jean du Pérot, 17000 La Rochelle — Phone number. 05 46 41 56 87
What if you cooked at home ?
Sometimes it’s off campus that you really get to know a person. Although school is the perfect place to meet people, socialisation outside of a school context is essential. And we know there is no better way than food to bring people together. So if you’re in the mood for Indian food, why not try cooking for your French, Spanish, Italian or American guests ? This may be the most fun, friendly and cheapest way to meet new people. The school also sponsors meal swaps between international students and its administrative staff and teachers. If you cook specialities from your country for someone, that person has to return the invitation and prepare local delicacies from their own country to share with you.
Useful address: Le Piment Bleu, a grocery store that celebrates world cuisine. You will find all the spices you need to prepare typical Indian meals for your guests!
12 Rue Gargoulleau, 17000 La Rochelle — Phone number. 05 46 34 39 71
