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Events & Catering

Events & Catering · Chennai

Wedding & Event Catering
in Chennai

Celebrations, catered with joy.

Authentic South Indian flavours and seamless service — from intimate gatherings to 5,000-guest weddings.

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  • FSSAI licensed · Lic. 22426478000561
  • 4.9 rated on Google reviews
  • 25+ years serving Chennai
Authentic Chennai style chicken biryani being served from a copper handi onto a banana leaf at a wedding catered by Joy Events & Catering
Real photo: copper-handi biryani on banana leaf
500+

Events Completed

100K+

Guests Served

25 – 5,000

Guest Range

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New Launch

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Introducing Our Cloud Kitchen – A New Way to Experience Joy Events & Catering

We are proud to announce the launch of our Cloud Kitchen—bringing the same passion, quality, and hospitality you trust from Joy Events & Catering directly to your home.

Built on over 25 years of experience in internationally trained hospitality across the Middle East and London, our cloud kitchen is designed to deliver restaurant-quality food with consistency, speed, and care. Every dish is thoughtfully crafted using considered ingredients, refined techniques, and a deep understanding of flavours that resonate with today's dynamic lifestyle.

From comforting home-style meals to curated gourmet offerings, our menu reflects both global inspiration and local soul—created for everyday dining, special moments, and everything in between.

This is more than just delivery. This is hospitality, reimagined for the modern world.

Now accepting orders. Experience the taste of Joy, wherever you are.

Posted — June 22, 2026Order & Enquire →

Experience Joy's Kitchen

A Glimpse into Our World

From flame to feast — a look at the passion, precision, and premium hospitality behind every plate.

Bread halwa, stirred the slow way — one of the sweets we make fresh on site.
Uniformed Joy Events server in Chennai presenting a copper handi of Ambur style biryani
Top-down view of aromatic Chennai style mutton dum biryani in a copper pot placed on a banana leaf
Authentic Chennai style chicken biryani thali with raita, salna gravy, boiled egg, appalam and jangiri
Hot Chennai style biryani served by hand from a copper handi onto a banana leaf at a Tamil Nadu wedding
Authenticity served with heart — heritage banana-leaf feast
The grace of our ancestors — traditional hand-crafted banana-leaf meal
Memories that touch the soul — multi-course family feast in Chennai
A masterpiece on a leaf — savory sambar to sweet payasam
The finest catering for you — authentic South Indian heritage
Aromatic spices, pure quality — hand-picked ingredients
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Precision in every pour — signature citrus and mint welcome drinks
The art of the unseen detail — Chennai's iconic celebrations
The final masterful note — gulab jamun with pistachios
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Our Story

Authentic cuisine, complete celebrations.

Joy Events & Catering is a professional catering and event management service in Chennai, specialising in high-quality food and complete event experiences for weddings, receptions, corporate events, private parties and large gatherings. Fully equipped and experienced, we deliver authentic South Indian catering tailored to every client, scale and occasion — from 25 to 5,000 guests.

Our versatile culinary team spans traditional pure-vegetarian Brahmin cooking, authentic Chennai and Ambur-style biryani, live barbecue and interactive food stations — built on authentic flavours, premium ingredients and innovative presentation.

Beyond the kitchen, we bring the whole celebration to life with event décor, stage and floral styling, lighting and live counters — so your event is beautiful, seamless and unforgettable, start to finish.

25
Min guests
5,000
Max guests
250+
Dishes
Aromatic Chennai style dum biryani cooked fresh on site by Joy Events & Catering
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Our Vision

To remain a trusted culinary partner in Chennai — preserving the rich heritage of traditional South Indian cooking while thoughtfully evolving to delight global palates.

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Our Mission

To bring joy to every celebration through soulful, thoughtfully spiced food — upholding considered ingredient quality, pristine hygiene and professional service at every scale.

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The Founders' Vision

Joy was built on a single belief — that food has the power to bring people together in celebration. Our purpose is to make every milestone seamless, memorable and soulful — thoughtfully spiced culinary craft, served with heartfelt hospitality.
Shankar (Founder & Hospitality Lead) & Anandakumar (Hospitality Consultant)Founders of Joy Events & Catering

Our Leadership

Meet the Team

The culinary and hospitality team bringing Chennai's considered catering experiences to life.

Shankar, founder of Joy Events & Catering, a Chennai wedding catering service
Founder

Shankar

Shankar is a seasoned caterer shaped by decades of traditional hospitality. For more than twenty-five years, he has refined the quiet craft of serving—guiding teams with humility, warmth, and an instinct for guest care. He holds FSSAI licence 22426478000561, and approaches every gathering with discipline, pristine hygiene, and a genuine respect for ritual and flavour. His presence is felt in the details: a thoughtful portion, a timely pour, and the calm assurance that every guest is honoured.

Anandakumar Sivalingam, hospitality lead at Joy Events & Catering in Chennai
HOSPITALITY LEAD & CONSULTANT

Anandakumar

With over 25 years of experience in internationally established hotels across the Middle East and London, he brings a considered blend of global expertise, leadership, and refined hospitality to every event. As a hospitality consultant, he sets a high standard—transforming occasions into seamless, elevated experiences defined by precision, elegance, and genuine care. His approach goes beyond coordination; he curates moments that reflect quiet luxury, leaving a lasting impression on every guest.

Raj Kumar, sales and operations lead at Joy Events & Catering, Chennai
SALES & OPERATIONS LEAD

Raj Kumar

Raj Kumar keeps client experience and event operations aligned from first conversation to final service. He simplifies complex logistics, coordinates protocols and customs with care, and brings a calm, practical clarity to every event. His steady presence behind the scenes ensures each gathering runs on time, on brief and with warmth.

How we serve

Two traditions, one standard.

Traditional Chennai banana-leaf sadhya with rice, sambar, poriyal and payasam served at a Tamil wedding by Joy Events & Catering

Traditional service

Banana-leaf serving

Guests seated, courses brought to the leaf, servings refilled without asking. Warm, abundant and rooted in South Indian tradition.

  • ◆Welcome drink on arrival
  • ◆Trained serving brigade
  • ◆Unlimited servings of every course
  • ◆Cotton candy & popcorn — on the house
Styled wedding buffet spread with live counters at a Chennai reception catered by Joy Events & Catering

Premium service

Buffet & live counters

A lavish styled display with chef-manned live stations, premium crockery and dessert theatre — the showpiece spread for grand celebrations.

  • ◆Styled display buffet with backdrop
  • ◆Live chef counters & global stations
  • ◆Premium ceramic crockery & linen
  • ◆Uniformed stewards & floor captain

What we cook

Cuisines in our repertoire.

One kitchen, many traditions. Mix and match to design a menu that suits your occasion, your guests and your vision.

Madras & Various Biryanis

Signature

Aromatic slow-cooked dum biryanis from Chennai's most-loved regional styles.

Madras dum · Ambur style · Dindigul thalappakatti · Hyderabadi dum

Brahmin & Pure Vegetarian

Purity

Traditional kalyana sapadu prepared with authentic purity and sacred recipes.

Kalyana sapadu · Sambar & rasam · Festive tiffins · Payasam variety

South Indian Regional

Heritage

Chettinad, Kongunadu and Kerala classics — the flavours Chennai families ask for.

Chettinad specials · Kongunadu kari virundhu · Kerala Sadhya · Andhra spice

North Indian & Tandoor

Classic

Rich curries, tandoori grills and hot Malabar parottas — a Chennai buffet essential.

Paneer butter masala · Dal makhani · Naan & tandoor · Malabar parotta

Live experiences

Live counters that wow guests.

Interactive food and beverage stations that turn your buffet into an experience — add any of these to your menu.

Mocktail Bar live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🍹

Mocktail Bar

Fresh fruit mocktails, mojitos, coolers and welcome drinks served live.

Cut Fruit Counter live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🍉

Cut Fruit Counter

Seasonal fresh cut fruits, watermelon, papaya, pineapple and grapes.

Dessert Counter live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🍰

Dessert Counter

Mysore pak, jangiri, gulab jamun, mini pastries and traditional sweets.

Ice Cream Counter live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🍨

Ice Cream Counter

Live scoop station with vanilla, butterscotch, kulfi and seasonal flavours.

Chaat Counter live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🥗

Chaat Counter

Pani puri, bhel, sev puri, dahi puri and Mumbai-style chaat made fresh.

Live Tea Counter live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering☕

Live Tea Counter

Filter coffee, masala chai, ginger tea and cardamom tea brewed to order.

Live Sandwich Station live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🥪

Live Sandwich Station

Grilled sandwiches and toasties made fresh in front of your guests.

Hot Jalebi Counter live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🍯

Hot Jalebi Counter

Golden jalebi fried and soaked to order — served hot off the pan.

Live Samosa Station live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🥟

Live Samosa Station

Crisp, golden samosas fried fresh and served with mint and tamarind chutney.

Live Grill Station live counter set up at a Chennai wedding by Joy Events & Catering🔥

Live Grill Station

Grilled sausages, hot dogs and kebabs with a full toppings and sauce bar.

Per-leaf set menus

Indicative pricing.

Each set menu includes starters, biryani, accompaniments, dessert, ice cream and fruit. Fully customisable on request — quotes scale to your guest count and chosen cuisines.

Prices indicative per leaf. Final quote depends on date, guest count and selections.

Mutton Biryani Meal₹390 / leaf
Special Vegetarian Meal₹250 / leaf
Chicken Biryani Meal₹290 / leaf
Veg Biryani Meal₹230 / leaf
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Event catering packages

A clear ladder, tier by tier.

Every step up adds a nameable protein or course, so you can see exactly what the difference buys. Prices are indicative per person plus taxes — the final quote is confirmed against your menu, guest count and venue.

Non-vegetarian ladder

Budget

from
₹250
per person + tax

The essential non-vegetarian spread — one starter, chicken biryani and a full leaf of accompaniments.

The starting point of the ladder.

  • ◆Welcome: Watermelon Juice
  • ◆Starter: Chicken 65
  • ◆Biryani: Chicken Biryani
  • ◆Side (veg): Ennai Kathirikai
  • ◆Accompaniments: Onion Raita · Appalam
  • ◆Sweet: Bread Halwa
Minimum 50 guestsBook this package →

Classic

from
₹290
per person + tax

A fuller table — a second starter, two gravies and a second sweet, with a mocktail on arrival.

Adds a veg starter, a Chettinad kuzhambu, idiyappam, a second sweet and a mocktail.

  • ◆Welcome: Watermelon Juice + Lemon & Mint Mojito
  • ◆Starters: Chicken 65
  • ◆Biryani: Chicken Biryani
  • ◆Gravies: Chettinad Kozhi Kuzhambu
  • ◆Sides (veg): Ennai Kathirikai
  • ◆Breads: Paratha
  • ◆Accompaniments: Onion Raita · Pickle · Appalam
  • ◆Sweets: Bread Halwa
Minimum 50 guestsBook this package →

Elite

from
₹350
per person + tax

Where the table becomes a feast — mutton, prawn and fish join the chicken, across four starters.

Adds mutton biryani, a mutton dish, prawn fry, tandoori chicken, fish curry, curd rice and a third sweet.

  • ◆Welcome: Mocktail
  • ◆Starters: Chicken 65
  • ◆Biryani: Mutton Biryani
  • ◆Gravies: Pepper Chicken
  • ◆Sides (veg): Ennai Kathirikai
  • ◆Breads & Rice: Idiyappam · Paratha · Ghee Rice
  • ◆Accompaniments: Raita · Pickle · Appalam
  • ◆Sweets: Bread Halwa
Minimum 50 guestsBook this package →

Premium / Signature

from
₹390
per person + tax

Our fullest spread — full goat, seafood, four breads, four sweets and a live counter on the floor.

Adds full goat, seafood, a paneer tikka starter, a live counter and a paan counter.

  • ◆Welcome: 1 Juice + 1 Mocktail
  • ◆Starters: Tandoori Chicken · Paneer Tikka
  • ◆Biryani: Seeraga Samba Mutton Biryani
  • ◆Mains: Chettinad Kozhi Kuzhambu · Pepper Chicken
  • ◆Sides (veg): Paneer Butter Masala
  • ◆Breads & Rice: Idiyappam · Chapatti · Ghee Rice
  • ◆Accompaniments: Raita · Pickle · Appalam · Beeda
  • ◆Sweets: Kesari · Bread Halwa · Panjimithai · Fruit Salad
Minimum 50 guestsBook this package →

Pure vegetarian ladder

Veg Budget

from
₹190
per person + tax

A complete pure-vegetarian leaf — biryani, two gravies and a warm sweet to close.

The starting point of the vegetarian ladder.

  • ◆Welcome: Watermelon Juice
  • ◆Starter: Gobi 65
  • ◆Biryani: Vegetable Biryani
  • ◆Gravies: Paneer Butter Masala · Ennai Kathirikai
  • ◆Bread & Rice: Rumali Roti · Plain Rice with Rasam
  • ◆Accompaniments: Onion Raita · Pickle · Appalam
  • ◆Sweet: Bread Halwa
Minimum 50 guestsBook this package →

Veg Classic

from
₹230
per person + tax

Two starters, three gravies and two sweets — the everyday celebration menu.

Adds a second starter, channa masala, idiyappam, a second sweet and a mocktail.

  • ◆Welcome: Watermelon Juice + Mocktail
  • ◆Starters: Gobi 65 · Paneer Tikka
  • ◆Biryani: Vegetable Biryani
  • ◆Gravies: Paneer Butter Masala · Ennai Kathirikai
  • ◆Breads & Rice: Chapatti · Idiyappam · Plain Rice with Sambar and Rasam
  • ◆Accompaniments: Raita · Pickle · Appalam
  • ◆Sweets: Bread Halwa · Rava Kesari · Ice Cream
Minimum 50 guestsBook this package →

Veg Premium

from
₹280
per person + tax

Three starters, seeraga samba biryani, four gravies and a live counter — a full vegetarian virundhu.

Adds a third starter, malai kofta, ghee rice, curd rice, a third sweet, a live counter and paan.

  • ◆Welcome: 2 Welcome drinks
  • ◆Starters: Paneer Tikka · Gobi 65 · Baby Corn 65
  • ◆Biryani: Seeraga Samba Vegetable Biryani
  • ◆Gravies: Paneer Butter Masala · Kadai Vegetable · Ennai Kathirikai
  • ◆Breads & Rice: Chapatti · Idiyappam · Ghee Rice · Sambar · Rasam · Curd Rice
  • ◆Accompaniments: Raita · Pickle · Appalam · Vadam · Beeda
  • ◆Sweets: Gulab Jamun · Kesari · Ice Cream · Fruit Salad
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Included in every tier

  • ◆300 ml packaged water
  • ◆Fresh banana leaf service
  • ◆Uniformed service team
  • ◆Transport free within 5 km

Add-ons

  • ◆Panjimithai (cotton candy) · Popcorn
  • ◆Chocolate fountain (included from Elite)
  • ◆Live counter — Dosa or Chaat (included in Premium)
  • ◆Paan / Beeda counter (included in Premium)
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✦ Custom Made

Build your own package

Mix cuisines, add live counters, upgrade décor, or tell us your guest count and occasion brief — our team will craft a tailored proposal for you.

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Occasions we cater

From intimate to grand.

WeddingsReceptionsEngagementsCorporate EventsPrivate PartiesFestive Gatherings

Selected work

Past events we've catered.

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Gold-framed wedding welcome board for Ilavarasan and Vandhana at a Chennai reception catered by Joy Events & Catering
Wedding · 2024

Ilavarasan weds Vandhana

Welcome signage · Full reception catering

Personalised welcome flex, entrance styling and full reception catering — a recent celebration delivered within a considered family budget.

Bride and groom seated on a golden sofa under a pastel floral arch at a Chennai wedding reception stage
Reception · 2024

Reception Couple Portrait

Floral backdrop · Stage styling

Pastel floral arch with a golden bridal sofa — a warm, personal reception setup for the couple's evening.

Pastel floral ring mandap wedding stage with draped backdrop and ambient lighting at a Chennai wedding hall
Wedding · 2023

Floral Ring Mandap · Chennai

Stage décor · Lighting · Floral styling

Pastel floral ring mandap with draped backdrop, hanging hoops and ambient lighting for an intimate wedding stage.

Close view of a crystal bridal sofa under a circular flower arch on a Chennai wedding stage
Décor · 2023

Crystal Sofa Stage Setup

Bridal seating · Floral arch · Mood lighting

Hand-styled bridal sofa under a circular bloom arch with cascading drapes and warm hanging bulbs.

Bridal car decorated with fresh white and pink flowers for a Chennai wedding arrival
Bridal Car · 2023

Floral Bridal Car · Chennai

Car décor · Fresh florals

Lush white & pink floral car styling for the couple's grand arrival.

Classic wedding stage with bridal seating and traditional décor at a Chennai Christian wedding
Wedding

Classic Wedding Stage

Bridal seating · Traditional décor

Timeless bridal stage styled for a Christian wedding with elegant seating and warm ambience.

Authentic Chennai style chicken biryani served on a banana leaf with brinjal gravy, raita and boiled egg
Signature Biryani

Chicken Biryani on Banana Leaf

Hot service · Traditional plating

Our signature Chennai-style chicken biryani served fresh on banana leaf with accompaniments — a hero moment at every reception.

Live cut fruit counter with pineapple, papaya, kiwi and watermelon at a Chennai wedding reception
Live Counter

Fresh Cut Fruit Counter

Pineapple · Papaya · Kiwi · Watermelon

A vibrant live fruit counter with hand-cut seasonal fruits — a refreshing favourite at receptions and corporate events.

Row of guests seated for an Ambur style biryani and fried chicken banana-leaf feast in Chennai
Banana-Leaf

Guest Row · Biryani Service

Ambur-style biryani · Fried chicken

A long row of guests seated together for a hot Ambur-style biryani service with gravies and fried chicken on banana leaf.

Family seated for a traditional South Indian banana-leaf sapadu catered in Chennai
Family Feast

Banana-Leaf Family Dinner

Sit-down service · Multi-course sapadu

Guests enjoying a traditional South Indian banana-leaf meal — plated hot and served together, exactly as our families have done for decades.

Portrait of Balaji and Omika at their 2006 Christian wedding in Chennai catered by Joy Caterer
Heritage · 2006

Balaji weds Omika

Christian wedding · Chennai

A cherished 2006 wedding at Carmel Christian Assembly — one of the long-standing family celebrations from Joy Caterer's early journey.

Gold-foiled 2006 wedding invitation for a Purasawalkam, Chennai wedding catered by Joy Caterer
Heritage Keepsake

Wedding Invitation · 2006

Purasawalkam · Kellys

The original gold-foiled invitation for Balaji & Omika's wedding and reception — a piece of Joy Caterer's early journey.

Bride and groom seated on an ornate reception throne at a traditional Chennai wedding stage
Heritage

Bride & Groom on Stage

Reception seating · Traditional décor

The couple seated on their ornate reception throne — a proud moment from one of our long-standing family weddings.

Kind words

What our clients say.

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Deevesh's family celebrating his first birthday, whose wedding was catered by Joy EventsWelcome board for D. Deevesh's 1st birthday party organised by Joy Events & Catering
Featured · Returning family
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How blessed and blissful it feels — a couple whose wedding we once organised came back to us to celebrate their son’s first birthday. Moments like these remind us why we do what we do. We strive to remain a blessing to every family we serve, at every milestone of their journey.
D. Deevesh’s 1st Birthday · Chennai
Wedding & Birthday · Joy Events & Catering
Featured · Wedding
"
A joyful day for E. Ilavarasan & R. Vandhana — from a graceful church ceremony to a radiant reception, we organised every detail: stage & decor, welcome board, and an authentic banana-leaf feast for family and friends. The family entrusted us with a considerate occasion brief, and our team took it as a welcome challenge — curating menu, decor and service in a way that delighted every guest while honouring their priorities. An honour to be part of their new beginning.
E. Ilavarasan & R. Vandhana · 15 May 2024
Wedding & Reception · Joy Events & Catering
Bride and groom Ilavarasan and Vandhana at their church wedding ceremonyIlavarasan and Vandhana at their wedding reception organised by Joy EventsTraditional welcome board for Ilavarasan and Vandhana's weddingGuests enjoying a banana-leaf feast at the wedding catered by Joy Events

More kind words

From our clients & Google reviews

"
Joy Events & Catering handled our daughter's wedding for over 800 guests seamlessly. The sapadu was authentic, the team was disciplined, and every guest left full and happy.
Lakshmi Iyer
Mother of the bride · Mylapore
"
We hired them for a two-day corporate summit. Live counters, hygiene and on-time service were genuinely refined. We will book again without hesitation.
Rahul Menon
Events Lead · Tech firm, OMR
"
From the welcome drink to the dessert counter, the Seemantham was exactly as my mother imagined. They respected our traditions completely.
Priya Subramanian
Anna Nagar
"
Good Catering Service, quality food, good response, neat work.
Naresh Mathew
Google Review · ★★★★★
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👍 Super satisfied with this catering team. Food tasted amazing, service was top-notch, and they were punctual to the minute. Everyone appreciated — thanks to them.
Mani Kandan
Google Review · ★★★★★
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Excellent catering service — highly recommended for weddings and family events.
Warren Fcp
Google Review · ★★★★★

Service Coverage

Chennai & Beyond.

Wherever you celebrate, Joy Events & Catering brings authentic flavours and warm hospitality straight to your venue. Our kitchen and logistics are fully geared for both local intimate gatherings and massive outstation weddings.

✓

Mobile Kitchen Units

Fresh, hot food cooked on-site at any destination.

✓

Logistics Mastery

Seamless execution and timing, no matter the distance.

Chennai Metro

Mylapore · Anna Nagar · Adyar · West Mambalam · T. Nagar · Nungambakkam

Serving traditional home venues, local mandapams, and leading hotels across central Chennai.

Suburbs & IT Corridor

OMR · ECR · Tambaram · Velachery · Korattur · Porur · Poonamallee

Delivering both elegant multi-cuisine buffet catering for IT hubs and traditional leaf services in residential suburbs.

Greater Region

Kanchipuram · Tiruvallur · Chengalpattu · Mahabalipuram

Specialized wedding and occasion catering for grand venues, resorts, and heritage temples in adjacent districts.

Beyond boundaries

Puducherry · Vellore · Bangalore · Madurai · Coimbatore · Trichy

Equipped with transport logistics and mobile kitchen facilities to bring our signature fresh, hot food to your destination.

Plan with us

Let's plan your celebration.

Message us on WhatsApp with your date, guest count and what you're dreaming of — we'll handle the rest, start to finish.

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Call us

+91 73388 44034

+91 95145 44540 · +91 98847 07021

Email

anandakumar@joycaterer.com

Visit

No 8, Church Street,
Bharat nagar extension, Menambedu,
Ambattur, Chennai 600053

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