Semma

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Semma
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“From the team behind Unapologetic Foods (Dhamaka, Adda), Semma is a bold, clear-eyed expression of Southern Indian cuisine, rooted in the traditions of Tamil Nadu and brought to life by Chef Vijay Kumar. This is food drawn from memory, from farm life and family kitchens, from rituals rarely seen…”
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Condé Nast TravelerNov 24, 2025

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