The People Behind The Plate
What Our Founders Say
DeeptiSarma
Co-Founder
"I never wanted to open a restaurant. I wanted to preserve a memory — every dish we serve is a letter I'm writing back home."
Deepti grew up between Chennai and Coimbatore, absorbing the quiet rituals of South Indian home cooking.
SundarSarma
Co-Founder & Director of Experience
"The 22nd Parallel isn't just a place to eat. It's where you remember where you're from, and why food is the first language of belonging."
Sundar spent fifteen years designing dining experiences across Mumbai and Singapore before coming home.
Vadodara. The first 22nd Parallel opens. In February 2011, two first-generation restaurateurs set out to create the kind of South Indian restaurant they themselves wanted to visit: good food, uncompromising cleanliness, warm service and prices that made it possible to return often. Vadodara gave that dream its first home — and gave the restaurant its name, after the latitude that embraces the city.
22nd Parallel began its journey in 2011 with the opening of its first restaurant, rooted in a passion for showcasing the rich and diverse flavors of South Indian cuisine. What started as a single outlet quickly gained recognition for its authenticity, consistency, and thoughtfully crafted menu—laying the foundation for a brand that blends traditional recipes with a contemporary dining experience.
Vadodara. The first 22nd Parallel opens. In February 2011, two first-generation restaurateurs set out to create the kind of South Indian restaurant they themselves wanted to visit: good food, uncompromising cleanliness, warm service and prices that made it possible to return often. Vadodara gave that dream its first home — and gave the restaurant its name, after the latitude that embraces the city.