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**Summary:**

The article reviews Itihaas, a restaurant in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, owned by Chef Shafna Shifas and her husband. The restaurant is housed in a traditional-style building and offers a diverse menu including Kerala, Chinese, and Arabic cuisines. The reviewer highlights the chicken samosas, *cheriyulli kozhi* (shallot chicken), and Malabar chicken biryani as standouts. The restaurant also offers vegetarian and non-vegetarian breakfast buffets.

**News Article:**

**Rustic Charm and Flavorful Fare: Itihaas Restaurant Opens to Rave Reviews in Thiruvananthapuram**

**Thiruvananthapuram, May 28, 2025** – Itihaas, a new restaurant serving a diverse menu of Kerala, Chinese, and Arabic cuisine, has opened its doors in Paruthipara, Thiruvananthapuram. Owned by Chef Shafna Shifas and her husband Shifas Sait, Itihaas aims to offer a unique dining experience in a setting reminiscent of a traditional *naalukettu*.

Housed in a building with a red brick-tiled roof, and white railing behind bold red letters, Itihaas has a rustic feel with wooden floors, tables, and *majlis*-style seating. It can accommodate up to 100 guests.

According to reviews, the restaurant’s menu offers variety. The *chicken samosas* come highly recommended.

“The crispy and flaky samosa enveloped the shredded chicken flavoured with masalas that co-owner and chef Shafna Shifas, calls her own.” said a reviewer.

Other signature dishes include the *cheriyulli kozhi* (shallot chicken) and *Malabar chicken biryani*. Patrons can also enjoy a vegetarian breakfast buffet, a non-vegetarian breakfast buffet, and a unique Sunday dish of *pidiyum kozhiyum*.

Chef Shafna, originally from Peyad, says her passion for the region drove her to open Itihaas, her fourth restaurant after three successful ventures in Bengaluru. “The main reason why we came to Thiruvananthapuram, is because I am passionate about this place,” she says. It appears that Itihaas is off to a promising start, attracting customers with its charming ambiance and diverse culinary offerings.

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