US entrepreneur reveals his love for North Karnataka cuisine; says its healthy

Bengaluru: American entrepreneur Bert Mueller, the brain behind the popular food chain California Burrito, recently revealed his love for North Karnataka cuisine. In a video that appeared on the Instagram food channel Bengaluru Servd, Muller was seen relishing a North Karnataka thali at a restaurant, Kamat. In the video, Muller spoke of how much he enjoyed the vegetarian meal. 

He revealed that he first visited Kamat in Basavanagudi in 2014 after it was recommended to him by his chartered Accountant. "I was new to the city back then. The experience stuck with me," said the US entrepreneur. He then went on to detail why the meal is special to him. "This plate is full of fresh vegetables, crispy salads, and vibrant flavours. The butter melting over the Jowar rotti is incredible, especially when paired with the eggplant curry," said Muller. 

He also added that there are several restaurants across Bengaluru serving the same meal. However, he stated that the one at Kamat was the best.  "We don't usually get this kind of variety in thalis, especially this many vegetables. It's healthy, filling, and flavorful," said Muller. He also praised the generous servings of buttermilk at the restaurant. Mueller also noted that hitting the gym would be a non-negotiable after the heavy meal. 

Netizens praised Mueller in the comments. They were glad to see him enjoy the local food and embrace the Indian nod. Some felt he was more Indian than many Indians. One wrote, "Bro brought Mexican food to India and he's enjoying our culture and food to the fullest." Another person wrote, "He eats more like a typical South Indian, which many North Indians don’t know how to eat with one hand." 

A third person stated, "You are also shaking your head, and so I know you are officially an Indian!"