Secrets Of The Sea

Designed by the experimental team of architects from Zero Studio, Kadalas, a cafe in Kozhikode encapsulates all the beauteous elements and sublimity of the sea within its four almost-transparent walls.

- Deepa Nair

Sun-drenched sand, glistening waves, boats dancing on water and the infiniteness of the ocean… A comfortable seater, a favourite cocktail, a plate of the best fare, some soothing music, conversations with someone, or a book to get lost into…

These dreamy, almost paradise-like scenarios are what most crave for after a long day’s work or on a holiday. Imagine if one gets to experience all these charming attractions in a single space, from morning to night, day after day… Well, there exists a cafe where one can do just that in the coastal city of Kozhikode, Kerala which goes by the name — Kadalas. Opened last October, Kadalas is a portmanteau of the two words Kadal (sea) and Kadalas (paper) in Malayalam, and was started by four friends — Ahammed Shihab, Abdul Haseeb, Suhas Ahammed and Muhammed Shahin — who love their food and wanted to give their hometown a space where great food met superlative ambiance, and yes, good books.