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  • Опубліковано 3 кві 2019
  • Thiru Kumar, AKA the Dosa Man, has been running NY Dosas, a food cart in Greenwich Village's Washington Square Park, since 2001. His dosas-which are made from fermented rice and lentils, and stuffed with potatoes, vegetables and spicy sauces-have become an international phenomenon. Thiru grew up in Sri Lanka and learned to make South Indian recipes as a child. After he immigrated to the United States in the 90s, he made it his life's work to sell affordable, fresh and vegan dosas to NYU students, professors and other passerby's.
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  • @Munchies
    @Munchies  5 місяців тому +36

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  • @tanishqrahuja987
    @tanishqrahuja987 4 роки тому +14467

    Never thought I'd hear a Tamil speaker say "youknowimsayin" like that.

  • @srideviraman6662
    @srideviraman6662 4 роки тому +5025

    I love the pride in his voice when he said "economics double major" about his daughter

    • @pikachu5647
      @pikachu5647 4 роки тому +165

      Indian things 😅

    • @thesammuthusamy
      @thesammuthusamy 4 роки тому +79

      He's srilankan

    • @adityasundar324
      @adityasundar324 4 роки тому +145

      @@thesammuthusamy culturally the same. SL Tamil hailed from southern India

    • @the-ray28
      @the-ray28 4 роки тому +45

      Just desi things more like

    • @felixliang7558
      @felixliang7558 4 роки тому +65

      And Columbia too, very impressive

  • @blackjag121
    @blackjag121 2 роки тому +5055

    I actually met him and did not have cash at the time thinking that my card would be fine. The machine was down and he still gave me food for my daughter and I.
    The stories about him being kind hearted are so true. I returned the next week and asked him if he remembered me, he said yes. I paid for the food twice over because of this. May this kind man continue to prosper🙏🙏

    • @eyesforthewise
      @eyesforthewise 2 роки тому +25

      Nah, you're just a hustler that got over on him. With your child present lmao

    • @blackjag121
      @blackjag121 2 роки тому +334

      @@eyesforthewise No. I actually took a picture with him, you creep! I wanted to pay it forward.

    • @mateoverjo860
      @mateoverjo860 2 роки тому +2

      I really think americans MUST stick their head out of the sand. You're so into that ultra capitalist bs, the individualism and know so little about the actual world; that genuinely scares me. The strong majority of people who's from a third world or developing country (me included) will NEVER make you feel guilty for something like that. If I have two dollars in my pocket and you need one, I'm gonna give it you regardless and I'll never bring that up or ask you for something back. I'm Albanian and in the last 30 years we went through the fall of the regime, civil wars, the genocide of Albanians in Kosovo and a state scam. My parents were almost killed by human traffickers trying to go from Greece to Italy, they still taught me how to treat people with respect and dignity no matter what.

    • @iNeed2.p
      @iNeed2.p 2 роки тому +2

      Wow

    • @relentero8547
      @relentero8547 2 роки тому +8

      @@mateoverjo860 It's not about actively MAKING someone guilty, it's a guilty conscience that one has. Most people here won't make you feel guilty about it, but everyone will remember it.

  • @wrongtarget5523
    @wrongtarget5523 4 роки тому +3158

    "I keep the food under $10, so poor people can have food too"
    Great attitude.

    • @giftedintrovert
      @giftedintrovert 4 роки тому +29

      I love that

    • @lautheimpaler4686
      @lautheimpaler4686 4 роки тому +92

      Steve Jobs is rolling in his grave.

    • @andrianbowosusanto7898
      @andrianbowosusanto7898 3 роки тому +36

      @Jerrin Abraham wtf in the state that price are cheap

    • @logarajans7996
      @logarajans7996 3 роки тому +22

      In India that same Dosa ranges from 0.3 to 1.4 Dollars

    • @geethkalupahana5758
      @geethkalupahana5758 3 роки тому +89

      Jerrin Abraham He doesn’t commute to NY from India everyday. He lives there and pay NY rent and spend american $ for everything he has to buy.

  • @bkgirlmay
    @bkgirlmay 4 роки тому +17780

    “We keep you healthy, you keep me wealthy” I LOVE THAT

    • @user-kl8vj2qy9w
      @user-kl8vj2qy9w 4 роки тому +205

      You think healthy I'm wealthy

    • @bkgirlmay
      @bkgirlmay 4 роки тому +155

      Feeltheshadow 20 I just rewatched it and I think he actually said “we keep you healthy, I’m wealthy” lmaooooo

    • @Sokutt0
      @Sokutt0 4 роки тому +60

      Grand Pu I don’t know who shit in your cereal but dial it back

    • @heights163
      @heights163 4 роки тому +34

      Health is wealth

    • @johncho7149
      @johncho7149 4 роки тому +80

      Been going to him since freshman year at NYU.. great guy

  • @moistgoat8170
    @moistgoat8170 Рік тому +2588

    Dude wins a green card lottery, works some odd jobs then opens a food cart and uses it to put his daughter through an ivy league school. I really hope he made it through the last few years, absolute inspiration.

    • @KCJbomberFTW
      @KCJbomberFTW Рік тому +142

      He’s still around in the park there’s great photos off Yelp from last week

    • @southindiantraditions7137
      @southindiantraditions7137 Рік тому

      ua-cam.com/video/5cjj90uvHHU/v-deo.html

    • @thaDjMauz
      @thaDjMauz Рік тому +12

      @@KCJbomberFTW thank you for telling!

    • @KCJbomberFTW
      @KCJbomberFTW Рік тому

      @@thaDjMauz NYCs another animal
      Shot don’t stop ever

    • @SaveThePurpleRhino
      @SaveThePurpleRhino 10 місяців тому +14

      True American dream that is

  • @romani5881
    @romani5881 2 роки тому +1912

    So much nostalgia for me. I went to law school right across the street and this man was honestly nicer to me than anyone I ever met during my time in NYC. His presence, positivity, and delicious food made a tremendous difference in my life. What a legacy

    • @neoanderson4840
      @neoanderson4840 Рік тому +36

      You're lucky to have met him in person..I now want to make it to NY just to meet him n eat dosa ... from mumbai India.. hope I keep this commitment 🙏

    • @DirkShotojima
      @DirkShotojima 6 місяців тому

      Are you working as a lawyer now?

  • @anotherrandomer
    @anotherrandomer 5 років тому +6511

    Makes Vegan dosa, doesn't overcharge the crap out of people. He's a treasure to the world.

    • @galvatron3290
      @galvatron3290 5 років тому +8

      fowlerfreak 🙌🏾

    • @adithyamahesh6961
      @adithyamahesh6961 5 років тому +144

      @@idek3881 not really... Most of the restaurants use butter

    • @davidk7439
      @davidk7439 5 років тому +139

      Also crazy considering he's in the heart of New York.
      Not only could he overcharge the crap out of people, it's practically the norm to, and he cuts against it.

    • @bibhasroy3815
      @bibhasroy3815 5 років тому +14

      For me its still veg and butter doesn't changes except it gives a load of taste and ghee also

    • @amandaamarawansha
      @amandaamarawansha 5 років тому +76

      @@bibhasroy3815 Yeah but for someone who is vegan, that might make a lot of difference

  • @jackwood3812
    @jackwood3812 3 роки тому +11864

    Keeping his prices low for students and people who are on a budget because he believes everyone needs to eat, honestly... what a lovely man👏

    • @alfredoalcantar8691
      @alfredoalcantar8691 3 роки тому +77

      Pay his rent too. He's not trying to make it cheat for you cuz

    • @lovelydeath04
      @lovelydeath04 3 роки тому +18

      @@alfredoalcantar8691 That's the point?

    • @scarlett7291
      @scarlett7291 2 роки тому +7

      Yup this man is a legend

    • @mandyhiman436
      @mandyhiman436 2 роки тому +47

      its true for almost every street food people in india i also were stuck in 3-4 times in the situation when i dont have money or have not enough money they easily say pay it next day

    • @JaydevRaol
      @JaydevRaol 2 роки тому

      Yeah

  • @gerardoizarraras3973
    @gerardoizarraras3973 Рік тому +932

    The way he said his daughter graduated from college. Proud father moment.

  • @fauziajasia2548
    @fauziajasia2548 Рік тому +1430

    He brought up his grandmother in the conversation so many times and the life lessons she had taught him...wonderful! MashaAllah

    • @Himanshu_Singh793
      @Himanshu_Singh793 Рік тому +96

      Yeah, truly heart warming. May Lord Krishna bless him ☺😇

    • @F1NNER04
      @F1NNER04 Рік тому +6

      @@Himanshu_Singh793 lol 😂😂😂

    • @Himanshu_Singh793
      @Himanshu_Singh793 Рік тому +42

      @@F1NNER04 what's so funny, sir?

    • @yashaswi8750
      @yashaswi8750 Рік тому +12

      @@Himanshu_Singh793 His religion

    • @jasper8500
      @jasper8500 Рік тому +35

      @@yashaswi8750 What is so funny about anyones religion though ??

  • @kiDkiDkiD12
    @kiDkiDkiD12 5 років тому +16944

    He won the Visa Lottery and is now thriving with a daughter in Columbia University!! What a legend

    • @Raja-wj8zn
      @Raja-wj8zn 5 років тому +467

      Only lucky few countries in that list !! Even I have masters degree from USA and had to leave as there is no path for settlement . Even h1b visa is lottery

    • @danman9847
      @danman9847 5 років тому +90

      Raja there is plenty of job opening maybe apply for a work visa

    • @Raja-wj8zn
      @Raja-wj8zn 5 років тому +178

      DanMan I moved to Canada due to uncertainty/no Path to settlement . For people from India pr process takes 15-20 years .

    • @DctorSkillz1
      @DctorSkillz1 5 років тому +203

      His daughter is a class act. Very humble, smart, and knows how to cook a mean dosa.

    • @DogOffTheLeash
      @DogOffTheLeash 5 років тому +746

      mohaddas Aslam You’re a shithead lol.

  • @bourboncat9229
    @bourboncat9229 4 роки тому +5104

    “You know what I’m sayin” he’s definitely a New Yorker

    • @jaguarmendez3838
      @jaguarmendez3838 4 роки тому +17

      Bourboncat 92 everybody say that you moron!

    • @nellydavis7645
      @nellydavis7645 4 роки тому +108

      Jaguar Méndez you are seriously missing the point... it’s the way he says it as a New Yorker.🤦‍♀️name calling really... when you didn’t comprehend what the poster was saying.

    • @eligavia
      @eligavia 4 роки тому +34

      Oooh shit. Fight! Fight!

    • @specialboye4910
      @specialboye4910 4 роки тому +5

      namm sain

    • @ManofCulture
      @ManofCulture 4 роки тому +5

      @@eligavia let's grab some popcorn

  • @profilmwork
    @profilmwork Рік тому +526

    He never forgets a face, I bought from this guy as a teenager he sees me a few years ago around age 39 and ask me “how have I been?” 😯 🤯 .

  • @divyab0224
    @divyab0224 2 роки тому +509

    When I went to visit NYU 9 years ago, my parents and I saw his cart and tried his dosas. And to this day, I can’t forget how amazing the dosas were!

    • @vikaspanchal8015
      @vikaspanchal8015 6 місяців тому +1

      Is his licence renewed or not? Watching this from BHARAT ( Haryana) 😊, actually I was craving for dosa since last few days and the best dosa I ate was in lucknow. Yummy 😋

  • @thotaramesh1234
    @thotaramesh1234 2 роки тому +6589

    Forget about dosas, he teaches you everything in life, says life is temporary, he understands that students can’t afford expensive food so sells food under $10, says enjoy what you do, he is a complete man!

    • @nickstersss
      @nickstersss 2 роки тому +105

      the wisest man was found selling healthy food in NYC

    • @dennisboodan3641
      @dennisboodan3641 2 роки тому +57

      $US 9.00 for roti and vegetables is not my idea of cheap

    • @thotaramesh1234
      @thotaramesh1234 2 роки тому +272

      @@dennisboodan3641 considering its in NYC I would argue that its pretty cheap and healthy.

    • @sjdnfjnj
      @sjdnfjnj 2 роки тому +10

      Ramesh true

    • @lavion219
      @lavion219 2 роки тому +26

      @@dennisboodan3641 its not roti

  • @war890
    @war890 5 років тому +13605

    Love it when he says, 'Y'know what I'm saying?'

    • @kristineholly
      @kristineholly 5 років тому +275

      that part made me hella happy haha what a guy! need to meet him, and try his delicious food!

    • @OmniCausticInfidel
      @OmniCausticInfidel 5 років тому +123

      getting pretty excessive with those ya'know'what'im'sayin 's there j-roc

    • @NBLLILZPIMP
      @NBLLILZPIMP 5 років тому +242

      He so New York 😂😂😂😂

    • @concentratecorner1744
      @concentratecorner1744 5 років тому +28

      @@OmniCausticInfidel lol im glad i wasnt the only one who thought he was the indian j roc..

    • @mariaz1394
      @mariaz1394 5 років тому +12

      I read this right when he said it 😂😭

  • @malayabengel5002
    @malayabengel5002 2 роки тому +274

    I came one day and asked if he had any chai for sale. He did not, but he shared some from his personal thermos with me! He refused to take no as an answer. So very kind. Always a long line when I walk by his cart. If you catch him with a short line hop in!! The samosas are so delicious.

    • @pronoydutta614
      @pronoydutta614 Рік тому +16

      Aaw. That's awesome :) glad you got to try the chai.

  • @sheikrizwanbasha
    @sheikrizwanbasha 6 місяців тому +53

    His last words touched my heart " Nothing is permanent, so you should be happy with what you got".

  • @therealjasonpark
    @therealjasonpark 5 років тому +20056

    True story - I was taking classes at NYU and I would go eat at his cart before class. One time I went and I only had a big bill. Right before I was about to ask him if it's cool with him to break it, he said, "Hey man if you don't have the cash today, just pay me tomorrow."
    This dude's the man. AND his food's legit.

    • @Kimboslice713
      @Kimboslice713 5 років тому +701

      Bless up ! I wish that man well .

    • @TheDorianTube
      @TheDorianTube 5 років тому +251

      Well, if you're a regular like you implied I don't find this impressive or fascinating. I mean, still a cool dude, but most people will give this kind of service to a regular. I used to get all sort of stuff when I didn't had the money and paid days later just because I was a regular.

    • @brycekoehl9450
      @brycekoehl9450 5 років тому +548

      Nice gate keeping dorian

    • @TheDorianTube
      @TheDorianTube 5 років тому +83

      ​@@brycekoehl9450 You're using it wrong lol. Gatekeeping occurs when someone accuses another individual of not having an arbitrary requirement to access/enjoy/indulge that ''something'' in which they themselves are involved. I am, instead, just telling how most people having a business act towards regulars, thus explaining why this isn't news-worthy/impressive. Know the difference ; )

    • @DutchKing
      @DutchKing 5 років тому +301

      @@TheDorianTube Make some money so you can pay people when you want something instead of borrowing ;)

  • @AJVloggings
    @AJVloggings 3 роки тому +3842

    You know he's slowly turning into an American when he repeatedly says "youknowhatamsayin"

    • @zxty34
      @zxty34 3 роки тому +171

      LoudAswin Wait till it evolves to “you feel me”? He’s in NYC after all lol

    • @raghavsharma3211
      @raghavsharma3211 3 роки тому +13

      Worrrrddd

    • @worldisone8282
      @worldisone8282 3 роки тому

      @@zxty34 😂💯

    • @_broits_george
      @_broits_george 3 роки тому +23

      @@zxty34 He'll become a NYoker when he starts wearing tims.

    • @ssgssbeet4133
      @ssgssbeet4133 3 роки тому

      You know

  • @KRayxKodessA
    @KRayxKodessA Рік тому +263

    I love how he knows everyone's "usual" order. Fantastic story.

  • @gingerchutney1638
    @gingerchutney1638 Рік тому +112

    The story of the civil war, he talked about between the Srilankan govt and the Tamil Tigers, is a brutal story.
    Most people overlooked the story but those who are familiar with the story know that he'd probably would have been dead if he'd stayed back in Srilanka.

  • @jong3821
    @jong3821 4 роки тому +5289

    A great human being. My wife and I waited over an hour. It was well worth it. He talked to my wife. And during the conversation she mentioned her father died. This gentleman grabbed her hand, and said a prayer with her for her father. All while having a line all the way down the fence. I'll never forget him.

    • @JoeBlow_4
      @JoeBlow_4 4 роки тому +262

      That's pretty awesome. You can tell his heart is in the right place. He's a humble soul.

    • @jong3821
      @jong3821 4 роки тому +95

      @@JoeBlow_4 A very genuinely sweet person.

    • @JustGotSomeIdeas
      @JustGotSomeIdeas 4 роки тому +54

      I just teared up real talk

    • @rockopruden770
      @rockopruden770 4 роки тому +5

      😭

    • @rahulabraham1098
      @rahulabraham1098 4 роки тому +12

      @Mervin Freeden He doesn't know what he's talking about. The guy is from Sri Lanka and speaks Tamil. "Mullu" or "Mallu" means someone from Kerala in India.

  • @deepblue3682
    @deepblue3682 4 роки тому +2303

    Selling Vegan food, shiva disciple, yoga- meditation, migrated during civil war.. worked hard, helping people with full heart, happy in what he have.

    • @smilymon5493
      @smilymon5493 4 роки тому +26

      deep blue we need more people like him to immigrate to America.

    • @ShowKrishna
      @ShowKrishna 4 роки тому +18

      i am his disciple now! Bham bham bhole!

    • @Jattmafia313
      @Jattmafia313 4 роки тому +21

      Indian food is isn’t vegan, it’s vegetarian. Almost every dish has dairy in it.

    • @ridhijain1624
      @ridhijain1624 4 роки тому +15

      @@Jattmafia313 yeah right but still there are many vegan dishes

    • @dee2210
      @dee2210 4 роки тому +3

      @@ridhijain1624 no..paneer..ghee..curd. We use a lot of these stuff

  • @soro9747
    @soro9747 2 роки тому +244

    If I ever come to New York, I will have to check out his Dosas. I fell in love with South Indian and Sri Lankan food as a vegetarian. A South Indian/Sri Lankan restaurant opened in my hometown Bremen a while ago and I just love it there. Lots of Indian restaurants in Germany are North Indian, so I did not really know much about South Indian cuisine.

    • @diverseindia6397
      @diverseindia6397 Рік тому +18

      South Indian cuisine is more Indian because invaders destroyed north Indian culture and experimented cuisines but outcomes were really tasty for non vegetarians. They sell usually famous dishes like Butter chicken. I myself from India don't know much about other dishes except famous ones while 1000s of more dishes exist mostly vegetarian.
      Edit : South India was never ruled by invaders except tea lovers.

    • @de_sodavibe9822
      @de_sodavibe9822 Рік тому +10

      ​@@diverseindia6397 No.. That because north Indian, afghanistan and Pakistan are from the same indo aryan root. And they also located near silk road. Nothing was destroyed, they just being themselves and assimilated with various culture.

    • @171_indranildutta6
      @171_indranildutta6 11 місяців тому

      @@de_sodavibe9822 exactly

    • @171_indranildutta6
      @171_indranildutta6 11 місяців тому

      @@diverseindia6397 shia hyderabad laughing at u

    • @TwistedMagician1
      @TwistedMagician1 10 місяців тому

      There’s a saravana bhavan in Berlin.that’s the only south indian food place in Germany

  • @Anjidaadda26
    @Anjidaadda26 Рік тому +50

    So much positive vibes..
    I like the line "nothing is permanent everything is temporary, enjoy life every moment"
    Hats off to you man. You are really awesome and spreading awesomeness with your food..god luck and bless wishes...I hope your legacy someone can take forever 🙏

  • @diego61422
    @diego61422 4 роки тому +4821

    This man has found peace. You can see it in his eyes

    • @siddharthkapoor9295
      @siddharthkapoor9295 4 роки тому +44

      I have everything by gods Grace but I don't have peace,i always thrive ,like there is an heart cluthing feeling Everytime..there is something hurts me Everytime makes me anxious, panicked, frustrated,iritating and crying Everytime..i shout at people,i scream at them and i try to show myself superior still I don't feel happy.i just don't feel happy.i don't want to live

    • @diego61422
      @diego61422 4 роки тому +57

      @@siddharthkapoor9295 brother i want you to struggle through this and find your purpose and place in life. You are important to the people around you.

    • @WeareCrazyhumans
      @WeareCrazyhumans 4 роки тому +21

      Siddharth Kapoor No dude come on. Don’t give up easily without putting a fight in your life.
      If you believe in god, just have faith in it.
      Nothing is permanent. Even this bad phase which you’re going through is not permanent. Everything will fall in place soon. Try to be calm. Do what you like. Ignore the negativity. Speak with people around you about your issue. Open up to them. Seek for help. Try meditation. Engage in spiritual activities. Keep your mind in peace.
      Drink more water when you get angry. Spend time with your family, friends and loved ones.
      You just need to have some more patience dude, you can cross this bad phase of your life. Believe that Everything will be alright soon. Don’t lose hope and give up on your life.

    • @bruhmantri1615
      @bruhmantri1615 4 роки тому

      @@siddharthkapoor9295 muh ki baat chin li 😥

    • @siddharthkapoor9295
      @siddharthkapoor9295 4 роки тому +4

      @@WeareCrazyhumans no one talked to me like this ever😭this is just amazing ♥️

  • @jonram7593
    @jonram7593 4 роки тому +3902

    I came for food, left with wisdom.

    • @ShowKrishna
      @ShowKrishna 4 роки тому +25

      same here!

    • @hellyfahreza
      @hellyfahreza 3 роки тому +9

      Why this comment has 1300 likes but only 5 reply? (Updated)

    • @dimdimbramantyo7666
      @dimdimbramantyo7666 3 роки тому +4

      @@hellyfahreza wise people didn't need to talk to spread their wisdom

    • @amith3460
      @amith3460 3 роки тому +2

      This is a funny Fckin comment

    • @Narend1987
      @Narend1987 3 роки тому +2

      @@hellyfahreza bcoz there is nothing more to say but agree :)

  • @kiranjayaprakash3091
    @kiranjayaprakash3091 Рік тому +173

    Tasted today. Loved the dosas and his dedication to his work.

  • @JiniReddy
    @JiniReddy 2 роки тому +20

    One day I will meet you. Being a proud South Indian like you, I respect the love and kindness you show the world. Sending lots of blessings to.

  • @DHGVivekguy
    @DHGVivekguy 2 роки тому +14412

    His cart was closed but I told him I wanted to try the legendary dosa mans dosa and I traveled from Virginia and he made me the last dosa of the day a truly humble man

    • @chempaklel6704
      @chempaklel6704 2 роки тому +89

      Why They Closed that ? Do You Know ?

    • @j_g_t6091
      @j_g_t6091 2 роки тому +1013

      @@chempaklel6704 sounds like he got there late. So it was closed for the day

    • @chempaklel6704
      @chempaklel6704 2 роки тому +503

      @@j_g_t6091 ohh I Thought It Got Closed For Forever Due To This Pandemic And Covid-19

    • @randomchina6982
      @randomchina6982 2 роки тому +6

      ua-cam.com/video/7EH6QsgKH18/v-deo.html 中国 HOTPOT

    • @reverseflash882
      @reverseflash882 2 роки тому +5

      I’m from VA to

  • @theworkethic
    @theworkethic 3 роки тому +5788

    Dude is comfortable with himself. He’s friendly. Chill dude. He get’s it. Food looks great. Good street food option.

  • @bulanbijak
    @bulanbijak Рік тому +84

    his energy is just 😭🤍🤍 what an inspiring and lovely man.. i hope i can visit his cart one day!!

  • @faziljunaideen
    @faziljunaideen Рік тому +60

    Proud of you sir, love from Srilanka 🇱🇰

    • @jakedias6123
      @jakedias6123 Рік тому +1

      He is Indian

    • @faziljunaideen
      @faziljunaideen Рік тому

      @@jakedias6123 Native srilanka Jaffna.. plz watch full VDO😊

    • @faziljunaideen
      @faziljunaideen Рік тому +5

      @@jakedias6123 1:59 🇱🇰

    • @defenderofjustice3435
      @defenderofjustice3435 9 місяців тому +7

      @@faziljunaideenJustice for Sri Lankan Tamils

    • @rudraksh3872
      @rudraksh3872 Місяць тому

      ​@@faziljunaideenlol he has to flee from sri lanka because of his ethnicity.

  • @fimblebimble902
    @fimblebimble902 4 роки тому +4603

    This guy has the best “y’knowhatimsayin?” Y’knowhatimsayin?

  • @aimercab8630
    @aimercab8630 4 роки тому +2359

    "Nothing is permanent, you should be happy with what you've got." Great advice. Thanks for sharing.

    • @blackeyes3313
      @blackeyes3313 4 роки тому +4

      The best part

    • @rohit3175
      @rohit3175 4 роки тому +3

      Very true

    • @ri8176
      @ri8176 4 роки тому +8

      nothing is permanent, if you are born poor it is not permanent. you can become successful and happy in the future. if he is subjected to the statement "you should be happy with what you've got" what is the point of leaving Sri Lanka and came all the way to NYS? he should have been satisfied with what he has in Sri Lanka itself!.
      never ever compromise with what you got. strive for what you want and what you can get. the capability you have to achieve something is the thing you got "you should be happy with what you've got". don't underestimate your capabilities and also never try to achieve something which isn't your peace of cake.

    • @shreelola
      @shreelola 4 роки тому +2

      Great words

    • @banananana6191
      @banananana6191 4 роки тому

      I am de 1000th like jus saying nothing more

  • @GardaOrban
    @GardaOrban 7 місяців тому +12

    You can tell that he was genuinely really emotional while talking about how much he loved the shop, his craft and the people. That kind of love and passion is priceless and really warmed my heart. Also, now I crave sf.

  • @nansank
    @nansank 10 місяців тому +23

    This was the highlight of my NY trip. Having watched this video, I'd always wanted to visit him. Waited an hour in the line but was totally worth it. He was very genuine in his interactions and took time to make sure each person velt valued with his warmth and customization. Would definitely visit again when in NY.

  • @mongoose621
    @mongoose621 3 роки тому +3007

    "I love bikes and racing.....after I got married I stopped"
    I feel you brother, deeply 😂😂😂

  • @mangosteen999
    @mangosteen999 5 років тому +2545

    Hi Kumar. In September 2009, I bought my dosa lunch from you. It was a pleasure talking to you , especially, in Tamil. I enjoyed the experience. The lunch queue was very long. Mostly office workers. I felt very proud that you served a humble Indian breakfast food to a huge community in New York. Your personality and philosophy is serving you well. Well done.

    • @alMeraki
      @alMeraki 4 роки тому +25

      And it's 2019
      That's long time...
      😊✌️♥️♥️♥️

    • @rameshravikumar9515
      @rameshravikumar9515 4 роки тому +20

      10 years ago damn btw நாணும் தமிழனே!!

    • @XerrosNightscar
      @XerrosNightscar 4 роки тому +5

      @@rameshravikumar9515 poda mayiru

    • @jyotirmayamohanty5723
      @jyotirmayamohanty5723 4 роки тому +34

      Tamilians ,Malayalis,Telugus and Kannadigas comprise the Dravidian South Indian culture. Extremely hard-working and intelligent , they are able to stand their own empires. Myself an Eastern Indian.

    • @XerrosNightscar
      @XerrosNightscar 4 роки тому +11

      @@jyotirmayamohanty5723 Im tamil singaporean ! We are a minority but singapore/malaysian tamil dialect is the best

  • @bubblybuzzz
    @bubblybuzzz Рік тому +16

    He said it very right "whatever you cook put the most important ingredient, that is love, and it will be the tastiest food of this world". Great man and kudos to his dedication.

  • @kch538
    @kch538 Рік тому +32

    Being a strict vegetarian I have trouble with food when traveling internationally, NYC is one place I Don't need to worry about. Some day when I get a chance and when I have saved enough to afford a vacation in the US, I will visit this man, not just for the food, but for the great human being that he is. ❤️❤️ Hats off to you sir and loads of love from Tamil Nadu 😊😊🙏

  • @BenjiZhao
    @BenjiZhao 4 роки тому +3637

    1 year later: Guys we must support this mans during this pandemic. Make sure he'll be there once this is over.

    • @TheAvgWoman
      @TheAvgWoman 3 роки тому +163

      Yes! have to make sure he's on good footing when he's back in business. Hope he's alright and his family is doing well. I want his Dosa to be my first post-COVID meal.

    • @stefanmarchione6757
      @stefanmarchione6757 3 роки тому +59

      Just thought the same thing and wondered 🤔...Parks are closed, like beaches, pools, etc. Hopefully, he could set up outside the park, on the sidewalk. I definitely want to patronize. Samosas are delish!

    • @andresa2408
      @andresa2408 3 роки тому +69

      He posted on his Instagram that the best way to support him is by Venmoing him at @NYDOSAS

    • @sougataghar1179
      @sougataghar1179 3 роки тому +4

      @@andresa2408 can you please tell his username ???

    • @BerserkerRider94
      @BerserkerRider94 3 роки тому +14

      @@TheAvgWoman once i get to New York I want to try the Dosas

  • @tar3712
    @tar3712 3 роки тому +3769

    "We keep you healthy, you keep me wealthy"
    From this you can understand that this man always straight up tells the truth

    • @Aarnyx
      @Aarnyx 2 роки тому +31

      yes needs to make his family stable everyone does that man we know, he a good human af

    • @Termsandconditions1234
      @Termsandconditions1234 2 роки тому +19

      Nowadays healthy foods are very rare outside the home, appreciative for his work,, health is wealth 🍛🍚🍏🍎🍉🍐🍅🍍🍓🌹

    • @bharatchamola
      @bharatchamola 2 роки тому +3

      go back and listen again he said we keep you healthy i am wealthy

    • @meditationmusicstation4710
      @meditationmusicstation4710 2 роки тому

      Healthy food
      ua-cam.com/video/1p1cNwL5Wcw/v-deo.html

    • @49ersrules32
      @49ersrules32 2 роки тому +3

      Im okay with that win win for both

  • @randyw.233
    @randyw.233 Рік тому +14

    I love these stories! He seems like a genuinely kind person! Much continued success to this man!

  • @pranamibhattacharya2274
    @pranamibhattacharya2274 Рік тому +37

    I visited the dosa man to find that they were not servicing any more customers beyond a certain point. When I told him I was pregnant and walked a long way to have his dosa, he made an exception and asked me to stand by the side and served my dosa immediately! What a humble man! God bless him with more success.

  • @Yungbsao
    @Yungbsao 5 років тому +2236

    Humble lad, loyal to his customers and in return receives loyalty back
    These New York vendor stories are really just people's stories, and I love that

    • @sussybaka5322
      @sussybaka5322 5 років тому +18

      I love it when Munchies tells the stories of vendors like him, who are humble and kind people.

    • @strykah
      @strykah 5 років тому +3

      Well said!

  • @1997rocktheworld
    @1997rocktheworld 4 роки тому +2835

    Admit it, we've all probably come back to watch this video every once in a while

    • @pres4038
      @pres4038 4 роки тому +38

      yewdubb every time it pops up in the feed I watch it. Prob my 18th time now 😆

    • @coolyoutuber6237
      @coolyoutuber6237 4 роки тому +3

      yewdubb .. is he safe during this time ?

    • @jebbus8387
      @jebbus8387 4 роки тому +2

      Yeah this isn’t my first time here

    • @cadesky6029
      @cadesky6029 4 роки тому +3

      Yea especially when I eat dosas

    • @mordmartin
      @mordmartin 4 роки тому +4

      Yes, especially when I'm eating dosa which is common as peas in Singapore. Every Indian stall within a mile has it.

  • @Erik_Emer
    @Erik_Emer 9 місяців тому +13

    You know he's well integrated in NYC with how set phrases like "you got it, brother," and "you know wh'm sayin'?" come out with the certain intonation and feel. That's just proof he's part of NYC and can't be replaced.

  • @99thmonkeyresonance66
    @99thmonkeyresonance66 2 роки тому +27

    I remember being in NYC, (for "traveling" purposes) and while I was there, I saw the Dosa Man and his friend/family member, pulling everything off of the back of a trailer at the time, [this was in 2014, November] and as I was walking past, they looked like they needed a bit of help.. I usually say 3 people helping [with the weight of it all] and instead of-
    "choosing to just, keep walking by", and instead of rationalizing in MY mind- "they'll get it", I saw a "what COULD go wrong" sort of vision, so I was "nudged" to help.
    When we got it all off of the truck, he kept telling me- "no, stay I fix you meal, please".
    The first time, I ducked out because I was late for a meeting, less than 10 mins late.
    The 2nd time he caught me passing by, he RAN over and PULLED me back to his cart, to give me a dish! His samosas are phenomenal & the layering of his sauces, an explosion on your tastebuds!
    While I was eating nearby on a bench, he came over and asked- "why you don't like Indian foods? I don't cook junk food, you see no chips right?"
    There was a moment, in what seemed like hours of time, where our "sparks" had recognized one another. "Maybe from another time", as he referred to it..
    As I explained it had nothing to do with the type of food, but more with the time of day which I consumed foods- that's when he mentioned, "the reflection of choice & deciding".
    This gentleman's heart, is far grandeur than a lot of things I had seen in NYC, during my time there. Although, many may "perceive" the city as, "dingy, dirty & unsanitary".. it remains in the "seerers field/view", the opportunity to:
    - #PurposelyChooseToSeeLight
    ..even, when surrounded by darkness.
    What, "innate seerers" can see, the level at which one can "recognize the reflection", embodying the grandeur, fractal & interconnectedness of "all that is", has become more of an "action based", conscious embodiment OF truth, in the reflection of- free will & subjective reality and by how one "intentionally chooses to decide, to NOT allow #PersonallyNegativeEffected experiences, to turn them "bitter".
    But to instead- #GoAgainstTheGrain2022 of that which, should have NEVER "been allowed", a space/time in the mind or heart.
    Realizing the difference, is but a stone in the greater pond of ALL.
    #NYCDosaMan #LifeEmbodimentOfVedicMastery

  • @SandyMachoManRavage
    @SandyMachoManRavage 4 роки тому +4816

    "She just graduated from Columbia University .... economics, DOUBLE MAJOR"
    You could see him beaming with pride when he said that. :D

    • @pickutina
      @pickutina 4 роки тому +32

      Degree is worthless but still...

    • @AsapMilk
      @AsapMilk 4 роки тому +466

      @@pickutina wouldn't you be proud if you had kids of your own double majoring and graduating from a university?

    • @Nickname006
      @Nickname006 4 роки тому +355

      @@pickutina Yeah keep telling that to yourself 😂

    • @joelkremla2918
      @joelkremla2918 4 роки тому +85

      @@pickutina lol not really but ok

    • @jelena7440
      @jelena7440 4 роки тому +28

      Times have changed and not for the good, higher education became pointless, it has no economy value as it did many years ago.

  • @LillPopp
    @LillPopp 5 років тому +2194

    The guy is keeping the prices under 10 dollars so everyone can afford it

    • @ConnorLipke
      @ConnorLipke 5 років тому +67

      I'd assume most of the items are actually under $5. In his home country, they're under $1. Veggies cost more here, but a lack of meat should keep his overhead very very low, and allow him to profit even in the $3-$5 price range, at least $2-3 per meal.

    • @soumyagarg6723
      @soumyagarg6723 5 років тому +69

      @@ConnorLipke Coming from India, in big cities like New Delhi, the price of a good Dosa is easily 3 dollars or above

    • @darthvader3535
      @darthvader3535 5 років тому +57

      @@soumyagarg6723 Where tf are you eating dosa. Unless in a restaurant which is super expensive no masala dosa is over 3$.

    • @igalaxyone
      @igalaxyone 5 років тому +30

      @@soumyagarg6723 yo, who pays 200 bucks for a dosa? the 99 rupee places are where it's at

    • @miheerbamania28
      @miheerbamania28 5 років тому +27

      I can buy 3 dosa in India in just 1 dollars XD

  • @2010couple
    @2010couple 2 роки тому +11

    Wholesome, wholesome.
    Love his attitude and you can tell what he does makes him happy.
    Just chillin at the grill all day

  • @malkaart9808
    @malkaart9808 5 років тому +1827

    I love this man. His grandmother's philosophy is spot on - nothing is permanent, you should be happy with what you got.

    • @a.monkey1275
      @a.monkey1275 5 років тому +2

      Great dude.

    • @sonofben3322
      @sonofben3322 5 років тому

      God’s words is permanent. Be happy with what He gave you.

    • @monausa4881
      @monausa4881 5 років тому

      Very true!

    • @aditia321
      @aditia321 5 років тому +3

      I think he got a great grandmas...... especially when she said. you have to put a lot a love in what you make..... that's awesome....

    • @VinodShahi
      @VinodShahi 5 років тому +8

      That's #Hindu thought. A big fan of #Shiva he said.

  • @StensonJohny131
    @StensonJohny131 3 роки тому +4019

    My daughter graduated from Columbia University - double major! The look on his face, proud father! :)

    • @itiswhatitis3635
      @itiswhatitis3635 2 роки тому +53

      6:15

    • @mayanksingh.b2.307
      @mayanksingh.b2.307 2 роки тому +10

      They had us in the first half, not gonna lie 😁

    • @user-rg3cc1jm5w
      @user-rg3cc1jm5w 2 роки тому +25

      I wish my father was that proud of me! 😶

    • @PredatorPeyami
      @PredatorPeyami 2 роки тому +12

      @@user-rg3cc1jm5w im sure he is

    • @user-rg3cc1jm5w
      @user-rg3cc1jm5w 2 роки тому +13

      @@PredatorPeyami nah.
      . I'm a failure. But thank you very much for the positive thoughts though, very much appreciated.
      I hope you have a lovely day, Kind human.

  • @codenamekate
    @codenamekate Рік тому +7

    Saw this again! One of the highlights of our NYC trip! What a man!

  • @Sunny-pv2vo
    @Sunny-pv2vo 2 роки тому +7

    i love this guy he has such a positive Aura when he talks anyone having a bad day or down listen to him or eat his food can make the rest of day relaxed such a positive positive person its very hard to find those kind ppl may god bless him his positiveness towards life n work makes him awesome Dosa man

  • @TheKirbyT
    @TheKirbyT 5 років тому +3323

    Special pondicherry dosa (nuclear hot), samosa and a bottle of water. That meal got me through college. And he really is one of the nicest people.

    • @mentosmint1832
      @mentosmint1832 5 років тому +5

      I will try it

    • @aldrinthomas2175
      @aldrinthomas2175 5 років тому +333

      @J D imagine being "too hard" for fucking water. LOOK AT ME IM SO MANLY CAUSE I DONT DRINK WATER!!!

    • @bjsw534
      @bjsw534 5 років тому +50

      J D fuck off

    • @joshong6266
      @joshong6266 5 років тому +3

      The Kirby T how much was that meal you got?

    • @anmol3457
      @anmol3457 5 років тому +2

      @J D I think you're joking ?

  • @deveshtiwari906
    @deveshtiwari906 3 роки тому +2352

    The way he cuts the dosa in two is so satisfying to watch.

    • @pugazharasu1193
      @pugazharasu1193 3 роки тому +3

      that's the only thing i don't like in the video

    • @siddhantbaliyan2746
      @siddhantbaliyan2746 3 роки тому +11

      One clean fine cute😀

    • @ManojKumararch
      @ManojKumararch 3 роки тому +19

      This is considered an unpardonable sin by any self respecting South Indian ( although I see why he did Dosa is often larger than the plate but that's how we south Indians like it😏)

    • @AFA111
      @AFA111 3 роки тому +10

      I like full dosa, not divided in half.

    • @razor-wd2pc
      @razor-wd2pc 3 роки тому +14

      @@ManojKumararch I understand what you mean but he is serving the people of NYC and I don't think they would enjoy a full size dosa there.. they would prefer small, more manageable pieces

  • @drealynne4256
    @drealynne4256 Рік тому +25

    You had me at "it's my grandmother's recipe" you know it's gunna be good AF.

  • @Omnamahshivaya13345
    @Omnamahshivaya13345 Рік тому +32

    Down to EARTH with exemplary humanitarian🙏

  • @erichernandez4534
    @erichernandez4534 4 роки тому +2325

    Immigrants are the backbone of this country, bringing their own unique characteristics with them. I pray this man forever has a line at his cart for as long as he makes those dosas!

    • @kikoalonso6
      @kikoalonso6 4 роки тому +16

      lol no. Americans are the backbone of America not immigrants

    • @horrnett
      @horrnett 4 роки тому +438

      @@kikoalonso6 n where do think those Americans came from ?

    • @Neelinmact
      @Neelinmact 4 роки тому +113

      @@horrnett oh that probably will hurt him a lot ,,

    • @jewel_throne2950
      @jewel_throne2950 4 роки тому +62

      @@kikoalonso6 You idiot lmao

    • @gorillachilla
      @gorillachilla 4 роки тому +14

      Americans are the backbone of Jews

  • @tonyclifton265
    @tonyclifton265 3 роки тому +2301

    I worked on wall street for 30 years and we used to feel sorry for street vendors cos they didnt get paid a million dollars a year but after watching the Munchies channel so much, I see these street-food guys are far happier than any millionaire bond trader I ever knew

    • @vivekgupta6649
      @vivekgupta6649 3 роки тому +62

      Entrepreneurs are always happy whether they're street Entrepreneurs or Silicon valley.. the people who trade securities and derivatives etc are always fizzy fuzzy

    • @lightningman212xd6
      @lightningman212xd6 3 роки тому +3

      Look to your right, there's a grave marked "unknown" .

    • @tonyclifton265
      @tonyclifton265 3 роки тому

      @@lightningman212xd6 lol that's the one! you can imagine my surprise when i first saw that movie and got name-checked in it

    • @lightningman212xd6
      @lightningman212xd6 3 роки тому +1

      @@tonyclifton265 wait....this is your real name?

    • @tonyclifton265
      @tonyclifton265 3 роки тому +4

      @@lightningman212xd6 just kidding, lightningBoy

  • @abdulrahman-rx2zf
    @abdulrahman-rx2zf 2 роки тому +27

    So happy to see such a kind man like you.. love from sri lanka 🇱🇰

  • @shelleyverma4822
    @shelleyverma4822 2 роки тому +4

    Amazing!!! Everything about this is incredible. Thank you for highlighting this guy!! I hope I can get to visit his cart before his contract expires.

  • @19boulder11
    @19boulder11 5 років тому +3619

    Indian food is the only way to make me go vegan. It's so good you dont even know you're eating healthy!

    • @cgavin1
      @cgavin1 5 років тому +152

      Well the pint and a half of ghee in everything helps it go down smoothly I find. ;)

    • @KK-hy6zn
      @KK-hy6zn 5 років тому +295

      @@cgavin1 if you didn't know, ghee is actually good for our health if had in small amounts everyday

    • @Idontcommentonvideos
      @Idontcommentonvideos 5 років тому +116

      Ghee also isn't vegan

    • @SuhelPat
      @SuhelPat 4 роки тому +55

      Indian food is far away from healthy.

    • @chaosknight2855
      @chaosknight2855 4 роки тому +125

      @@SuhelPat it depends everwhere you will find unhelathy foods. Like if you eat very high oily indian food, it wont be good.

  • @D0NTREPLY
    @D0NTREPLY 4 роки тому +665

    you got millionaires out there that dont seem as content and happy as this guy.

    • @BridgesDontFly
      @BridgesDontFly 4 роки тому +13

      If they are married they damn sure aren't happy.

    • @franmellor9843
      @franmellor9843 4 роки тому +3

      GREAT comment very TRUE

    • @Dankyjrthethird
      @Dankyjrthethird 3 роки тому +1

      this guy probably is a millionaire
      *works hard, save his money

  • @billymac7
    @billymac7 3 місяці тому +4

    Many of these successful NYC street food vendors that are featured on this show have the same work ethic and a positive friendly attitude.
    A great recipe for success!! (And I’m sure the excellent food probably plays a large role in there as well)

  • @shivangmarvania1235
    @shivangmarvania1235 10 місяців тому +25

    waited 3 hours to try his food. as expected this man didn't disappoint us even though he was sold out on something we wanted but he make us special dosa for us it was worth whole 3 hour wait. this man I so down to earth and friendly to everyone who approaches him for a photo or to shoot a vlog while serving giant awaiting line of hungry newyorkers

  • @jennykor-spiker8652
    @jennykor-spiker8652 5 років тому +1141

    “In this world nothing is permanent .... just be happy” I felt that! ♥️

  • @KCMasterpiece
    @KCMasterpiece 5 років тому +749

    The best part of this series is that it highlights the amazing contributions of immigrants to the cultural vibrancy of New York (and the US at large).

    • @modi_ka_baap
      @modi_ka_baap 5 років тому +4

      dear faith plays a vital role here.

    • @dohboy200
      @dohboy200 5 років тому +24

      @@hwfq34fajw9foiffawdiufhuaiwfhw Hinduism is a religion that is rooted in peacefulness, spirituality and hard work.

    • @PallabDutt
      @PallabDutt 5 років тому +12

      @@hwfq34fajw9foiffawdiufhuaiwfhw Christianity is not the only faith. He was talking about Hinduism.

    • @OscarHernandez-we5nf
      @OscarHernandez-we5nf 5 років тому

      Nice comment. You seem very articulate.

    • @modi_ka_baap
      @modi_ka_baap 5 років тому

      you missed it i m talking about peaceful religion. they bring harmony and peace along with their global hero Osama to Americawith them. @@hwfq34fajw9foiffawdiufhuaiwfhw

  • @waytruthlifedisciple
    @waytruthlifedisciple Рік тому +5

    Love his smile. It makes me smile. So happy for him!

  • @achievers7061
    @achievers7061 Рік тому +9

    This man proves you can be rich without money, fame.He is rich by personality n philosophy of life. Hats off.

  • @vijoywinson4252
    @vijoywinson4252 4 роки тому +1479

    Nothing is permanent in this world so you got to be happy ; dosaman NY

    • @ayushj76
      @ayushj76 4 роки тому +7

      But isn't that true? Selling Dosas for a living doesn't mean he knows life any lesser

    • @vijoywinson4252
      @vijoywinson4252 4 роки тому +1

      @@ayushj76 ya so much true ; he motivates me in some aspects . Maybe i will also start some soft idly and ghee dosa stalls somewhere 😍😍
      Watched his interview about 5 years back and i remembers him now / ya bro

    • @ArunKumar-yr4ht
      @ArunKumar-yr4ht 4 роки тому +2

      What a saying that was ,you are a human

    • @batshapedheart
      @batshapedheart 4 роки тому +1

      Vijoy winson that's true wisdom right there

    • @kikaorozco1135
      @kikaorozco1135 4 роки тому +1

      🙌🙌

  • @noorussabahtauqeer9709
    @noorussabahtauqeer9709 3 роки тому +1284

    An immigrant who sells dosas with a daughter in Columbia. Wholesome. Hope he’s doing alright in the pandemic with an online gig or something.

    • @citytrees1752
      @citytrees1752 3 роки тому +83

      More than likely he had enough saved to make it through hard times. He probably lives simply and puts money away. He is that kind of person.

    • @zink5664
      @zink5664 3 роки тому +54

      Yeah he is selling dosa online.............. you can download the pdftoo

    • @NairAthul
      @NairAthul 3 роки тому +17

      @@zink5664 I believe she meant a delivery app

    • @usmanqamar9164
      @usmanqamar9164 3 роки тому +5

      @@zink5664 smart very fucking smart dude what she meant was you order online and dosa shows up at where ever the fuck you are that's how online gigs work do you fucking get it now

    • @zink5664
      @zink5664 3 роки тому +8

      Maani Dangerous no he is selling dosa online 2$ for one pdf

  • @jakejohnson5685
    @jakejohnson5685 2 роки тому +22

    You can see just how proud he was talking about his special dosa being served in India

  • @s.u.p0
    @s.u.p0 Рік тому +13

    Food is a lil bit expensive in NYC but it was so thoughtful of him to keep the prices under 10$ so that everyone can be able afford to eat. Such a nice guy 😌

  • @saltorres9989
    @saltorres9989 5 років тому +879

    No way I went to high school with his daughter. Glad he is proud of her, both are great people!

    • @carlosfromnewyork9198
      @carlosfromnewyork9198 5 років тому +7

      Nice bullshit

    • @55p00ky
      @55p00ky 5 років тому +2

      @@dragonz_breath4072 lmao prolly both

    • @corina7929
      @corina7929 5 років тому +2

      Dragons Breath Dude...💀

    • @ilex161
      @ilex161 4 роки тому +8

      @@dragonz_breath4072 some people don't bang every girl he meets. Because decent people exists.

    • @VillageTV
      @VillageTV 4 роки тому

      yes

  • @yashxd1586
    @yashxd1586 2 роки тому +2957

    "Nothing is permanent. You should be happy with what you have got"

    • @ammachi_wid_luv8507
      @ammachi_wid_luv8507 2 роки тому +5

      Ok elio

    • @yashxd1586
      @yashxd1586 2 роки тому +10

      @@ammachi_wid_luv8507 yes just like my love with Oliver was not permanent :')

    • @credthelll5442
      @credthelll5442 2 роки тому +1

      @@yashxd1586 lol

    • @akasuki9614
      @akasuki9614 2 роки тому

      @@yashxd1586
      Not me remembering the phone call scene and getting emotional HeLp-

    • @utkarshshrivastava7969
      @utkarshshrivastava7969 2 роки тому

      Thanks man i was looking for this😌

  • @GlobalFoodKid
    @GlobalFoodKid 10 місяців тому +6

    I love dosa, especially when it’s extra crispy. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Looking forward to more videos!

  • @jmk2530
    @jmk2530 Рік тому +7

    Proud to see a South Indian promoting our food in NYC!! I’m an American malayalee- this brings a smile to my face :) all the best to you! I hope I’ll be able to visit your food cart one day.

  • @Lara-kw6qf
    @Lara-kw6qf 4 роки тому +3040

    We should crowdfund him a food truck

    • @charleschin7984
      @charleschin7984 4 роки тому +151

      Agreed this man deserves it

    • @AayushGoyal
      @AayushGoyal 4 роки тому +58

      Good point.

    • @xxxxbuttxxdragon
      @xxxxbuttxxdragon 4 роки тому +187

      Naaa... I think that food cart is his trademark..

    • @runningmcintosh
      @runningmcintosh 4 роки тому +93

      You can't park a truck in the park.

    • @LuftWang
      @LuftWang 4 роки тому +87

      Maybe he likes how everything is, that’s why it’s been like that for almost 18 years

  • @kelly-monique6983
    @kelly-monique6983 3 роки тому +3291

    His food is soooo good. Fresh, perfectly seasoned, not salty, and the price is just right. I can’t wait to be able to go back to visit.

    • @nikhiljaiswal9686
      @nikhiljaiswal9686 3 роки тому +13

      Does he still sell...

    • @kyleh6173
      @kyleh6173 3 роки тому +37

      Jealous... Want to go to New York someday and when I do I'm gonna be sure to visit this guy

    • @srihaasparuchuru6562
      @srihaasparuchuru6562 2 роки тому +4

      @Kaleb and you still called it expensive. Bruh it’s normal price is what I’m sayin

    • @fmradioindia1396
      @fmradioindia1396 2 роки тому

      See is good man hindi meanings

    • @DJ-cc7dq
      @DJ-cc7dq 2 роки тому

      His price is actually not right at all. You could buy the same thing in India for less then a dollar with more variety and a great taste. I understand that the price varies in the US so he could increase the one dollar to 4 or 5 max. Anything more than that is just pure inflation.

  • @notNicholasCage
    @notNicholasCage 4 місяці тому +6

    The ideal immigrant to any country. Respectful, hard-working and shares his own culture/cuisine with the community around him.

  • @prernasoni4494
    @prernasoni4494 Рік тому +16

    Whenever I am sad and I complain I come here....and feel good about myself...:)

  • @MRTN13
    @MRTN13 5 років тому +3152

    _You need more potato that's good_
    My life philosophy, basically

    • @pureoceanz8352
      @pureoceanz8352 5 років тому +12

      I’m Irish so I need less 😂

    • @captainplanet4867
      @captainplanet4867 5 років тому

      Starch is no good.

    • @shaminsayyed4046
      @shaminsayyed4046 5 років тому

      does it rain diamonds on Jupiter and Saturn?
      spacetalk98.blogspot.com/2019/04/does-it-rain-diamonds-on-jupiter-and.html?m=1

    • @grant575mixmaster
      @grant575mixmaster 5 років тому +1

      If you knew how many chemicals that they use on potatoes in the USA I would say you need less, or even better none.
      'According to the USDA's Pesticide Data Program, 35 different pesticides have been found on conventional potatoes. The chemical that is found on 76% of all conventional potatoes is chlorpropham, an herbicide that is used to stop the growth of weeds and to inhibit potato sprouting.'

    • @akashanand6908
      @akashanand6908 5 років тому

      @@pureoceanz8352 had to mention that...😂😂😂

  • @user-ti2xi9bd4u
    @user-ti2xi9bd4u 3 роки тому +2925

    This person is literally the definition of a “America dream”.

    • @stevenleonard8212
      @stevenleonard8212 3 роки тому +31

      If there was any opression i sure didnt see it..

    • @rigira
      @rigira 3 роки тому +34

      Steven Leonard lmao what? false equivalence much?

    • @mattg0469
      @mattg0469 3 роки тому +30

      喜马拉雅山顶洞人 I think I missed the part where we bombed Sri Lanka lol

    • @mattg0469
      @mattg0469 3 роки тому +21

      Gid He’s right. He’s black, he’s from a different country and culture than the majority in the US. He’s hard working, all people love him and he’s making money by literally cooking in a park in the most expensive city of the country.

    • @mattg0469
      @mattg0469 3 роки тому +36

      Gid He ain’t no gangbanger, not looking for easy bucks, just focused on his family and his job. “Systemic racism” is the excuse for people to justify their bad choices.

  • @saharshraina4259
    @saharshraina4259 11 місяців тому +10

    That's what a true American really is .. . Worked hard and made a life for him and his kids .. he's more American than most American people I know

  • @balakrishnankamesh2044
    @balakrishnankamesh2044 Рік тому +7

    Economics Double Major... That says it all... Salute from a humble Tamilian from Tamilnadu India

  • @fraggedpixel
    @fraggedpixel 4 роки тому +1639

    UA-cam your recommendations are getting better day by day.

  • @far2kthoughts158
    @far2kthoughts158 5 років тому +1292

    This mans use of “You know what im sayin” is LEGENDARY

    • @Mrovhal-zr3nh
      @Mrovhal-zr3nh 5 років тому +6

      Its common prahase in India also some meme material

    • @lewisrich3515
      @lewisrich3515 5 років тому +5

      Hip hop language 😆

    • @Cootder
      @Cootder 5 років тому +7

      I know people like him i can see the street in him 😂

    • @jaysonest95
      @jaysonest95 5 років тому

      the quasar I thought I was the only one thinking that, he definitely been around some guys in the streets 😂 that's not common lingo

    • @HitomiAkane
      @HitomiAkane 5 років тому

      ua-cam.com/video/psN5GDA7bZc/v-deo.html

  • @verloser
    @verloser Рік тому +3

    Every time I watch these im always eating and they keep entertaining me. Good stuff

  • @Necoy666
    @Necoy666 3 роки тому +2031

    This guy is probably the healthiest snack car in the whole of the US

    • @lewisstaite4483
      @lewisstaite4483 3 роки тому +35

      svarge no way really?

    • @DesertGardenGoddess
      @DesertGardenGoddess 3 роки тому +16

      I gained 4.2 pounds just from watching this.

    • @rahman113
      @rahman113 3 роки тому +55

      @@DesertGardenGoddess tf outta the couch mate

    • @DesertGardenGoddess
      @DesertGardenGoddess 3 роки тому +7

      pain - I’m past the point of a sofa mate. I’m in the bed!!!!

    • @ga1921
      @ga1921 3 роки тому +8

      Healthy, definitely! Whole of US? Doubtful.

  • @qentai9748
    @qentai9748 5 років тому +491

    You know he has a good business when the people interrupt his interviews

    • @WN_Byers
      @WN_Byers 5 років тому +26

      All while watching their dosas cook! They indicated to him it was time to come back!/😂

  • @priyamrl3104
    @priyamrl3104 Рік тому +4

    Till date Dosa tops the regular breakfast or dinner food item in many South Indian house and is always home made 😇❤❤ the love for Dosa is spreading through out the world now 😊😊🙏🙏 Many thanks to this kind hearted man!!

  • @dorivixe
    @dorivixe Рік тому +3

    What a cool and chill man, love his energy

  • @Ram-lu1wn
    @Ram-lu1wn 4 роки тому +1269

    The average price of masala dosa:
    India - 75 rupees(little over a dollar)
    New York Greenwich Village - 69 rupees(1 dollar)
    Kudos to you sir...! You are the example of indian hospitality.

    • @VamsiKumpatla
      @VamsiKumpatla 4 роки тому +34

      I appreciate the low pricing NYC dosa,but sir you should not eat at your masala dosa at your shop...they are way too much charging.....and you are saying that's average...

    • @Ram-lu1wn
      @Ram-lu1wn 4 роки тому +15

      @@VamsiKumpatla You misunderstood what I meant by average. It's not about the dosa instead it's about the average price across India.

    • @VamsiKumpatla
      @VamsiKumpatla 4 роки тому +6

      Sorry to say this,but your point which you think is not properly conveying through your terms . You've got to build your English communication skills mate!

    • @Ram-lu1wn
      @Ram-lu1wn 4 роки тому +54

      @@VamsiKumpatla Keep reading what you've written until you find the mistakes in your comments. If you cannot find one, then may god have mercy on you and your soul.

    • @VamsiKumpatla
      @VamsiKumpatla 4 роки тому +2

      Leave about mercy sir, you should really know what's the meaning of term" average" and how it is calculated.

  • @rickg.8056
    @rickg.8056 5 років тому +665

    Father, entrepreneur, and chef. This guy is a straight G.