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Ammachchi food centres

Traditional food centres·Jaffna and Vavuniya·$

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About Ammachchi food centres

Ammachchi (“grandmother”) food centres, found in the north including on the Jaffna road in Vavuniya, are traditional eateries where local women cook and sell Jaffna-style dishes: thosai, idli, vadai, pittu and sweets. They are busy, simple and very good value. Ask locally for the nearest one.

Why it's on our list

  • Traditional dishes
  • Women-run
  • Very cheap

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Ammachchi food centres before you go.

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