India bears witness to the arrival of all kinds of travellers - some visit temples in search of spiritual enlightenment, others wander to ancient archaeological monuments while a few stop by to explore the unique eating and shopping experiences. The connoisseurs searching for gourmet fare have given rise to a new group of jet-setters who are on a gastronomic expedition or a food-tasting tours. In fact, according to a research by World Food Traveler, culinary tourism is growing fastest in the travel sector. The study shows that eating well is a major priority of expats, who are now giving a larger preference to their taste buds than other leisure activities.

Since India offers a potpourri of cultures, tourists are lured to this land of varying epicurean traditions, echoing influences of Southeast Asian, Persian and Middle Eastern flavours. Its not just the globetrotters, even the locals now want to savour the heavenly aromas emanating from the different states.

One such popular destination for gourmet tourism is Kerala that offers an amalgamation of succulent seafood, enticing rice recipes and authentic South Indian delights. A paradise for gastronomists, restaurants in Kovalam city serve the best Malabar cuisine in the state. Moreover, the eateries located within the lush hotels showcase sumptuous dishes under beautifully sculpted backdrops to enhance the dining experience remarkably. Getting the guests high on a delicious feast, these restaurants in Kovalam hotels showcase a fine spread of scrumptious treats. Some of these outlets are situated near the Arabian Sea for the tourists to enjoy watching the lashing waves while gorging on delicious multi-cuisine fare. Others arrange for a candle light dinner by the pool side to appreciate the wholesome extravaganza whipped up by the celebrated chefs.

Pleasing even the most discerning of palates to the core, these restaurants in Kovalam hotels also provide in-room dining to relish an exclusive meal in the cozy confines of this luxurious enclave. From Mediterranean to continental and Pan Asian, travellers can find every culinary treasure here including fresh catch of the day ranging from prawns, squids and mussels to lobsters, anchovies and sardines. Moreover, visitors can choose to stay in a lavish sea-facing villa boasting of swish interiors or a deluxe suite with a private balcony to immerse oneself in the exotic locales of this coastal heaven. The rooms come equipped with all the modern amenities such as high speed Internet connectivity, minibar, tea/coffee maker, electronic safe deposit, LCD TV, DVD player, etc. for optimum in-room entertainment. The icing on the cake are the additional plush facilities including Ayurveda treatments, swimming pools, health clubs, business centers, ritzy spas and more. Thus taste-seekers now have a new address - the outstanding restaurants in Kovalam hotels that offer ultimate indulgence set amidst lush surroundings.