Episode 16 - ഇത്രയും Dangerous ആണോ Food Business? | Tijo Thadikkaran

This week on 42 Podcatcher, we sit down with Tijo Thomas, aka Thadikkaran — the voice behind Camp Setters, and possibly the most unapologetic foodie you’ll ever meet. From running a restaurant chain in Chennai to dishing out flavours in Kottayam, Tijo has tasted it all—and he's got stories. He opens up about launching the now-famous Bucket Chicken during COVID, why Karimeen (pearl spot) is overrated, and how tastier fish get sidelined for the sake of trends. But this episode isn’t just about good food—it’s about the truth behind it. Tijo breaks down the dirty hygiene practices hiding in plain sight, the loss-making traps in restaurant businesses, and the shocking extent of adulteration in shawarma, vegetables, and meat. And when it comes to diet debates? He doesn’t hold back. Tijo calls out vegan culture and boldly claims he’ll “eat anything” — no matter what anyone says. His favourite biriyani? Camel. His next targets? Hippopotamus, Elephant, and Horse meat. Brace yourself. This one’s spicy, controversial, and brutally honest. Just the way we like it. 🎧 Subscribe to 42 Podcatcher for more bold, real conversations.