Unlock the flavours
of the world.
For over a century, Lalah’s has set the standard in spice craftsmanship—mastering blends that balance taste, safety, and scale.
Journey through
our history
1920
Our journey begins. Punjab Mittulaul Lalah enters the spice trade from a modest shed in Triplicane, Chennai—introducing the world to the original Madras curry powder.
1924
Lalah’s earns global acclaim at its very first international showcase—The British Empire Exhibition, Wembley, UK.
1940s–60s
Our blends sail across 25 countries, marking the beginning of our global export legacy.
1990
We exit the Indian retail space to focus exclusively on the global market, reaching 38 countries and earning the Spices Board Award for outstanding performance in curry powder exports.
2010
Lavanya R. Manradiar, fourth-generation leader, takes the helm—ushering in a new era of product innovation and strategic growth.
2014
Our iconic Madras Curry Powder is reformulated, continuing as a global bestseller.
2015
Lalah’s returns to India with a fresh product range, including new & innovative spice blends, and our 100% natural, gluten-free millet blend.
2020
We become one of India’s largest spice manufacturers-exporters, recognised for quality, private label expertise, and customer partnerships across the world.
2022 - Present
Our classics are reimagined. We launched a diverse product range inclusive of ready-to-cook meal kits, pour & use dips, sprinkle seasoning and more as part of our refined blended spice range.
What we stand for
Passion Meets Precision
We go the extra mile in R&D and formulation to recreate exact, unforgettable flavour profiles. With four generations of expertise, we know how to get it right—every time.
Commitment Without Compromise
Every batch is tested, tracked, and held to the highest global standards. We honour every promise we make with transparency, accountability, and care.
True to Taste
We honour every region, ingredient, and dish we touch. Our sourcing and blending practices protect the integrity of every spice—so flavour is always honest and recognisable.
Leading with Legacy
& Vision
Meet Ms. Laavanya R. Manradiar, the fourth-generation torchbearer at Lalah’s. Since taking the helm, she’s fused deep-rooted heritage with modern ambition, bringing innovation to spice while preserving authentic taste. Guided by family legacy and scientific rigor, Laavanya has led Lalah’s into new territories like ready-to-cook formats and global product development.
She believes: “Where others see spice, I see culture, chemistry, and connection. Our job isn’t to follow recipes; it’s to honour and evolve them to feed the future.”
Mission
To bring innovation, safety, precision, and sensorial delight into every blend we craft—empowering food brands and kitchens across the world to unlock authentic, unforgettable flavours.
Vision
To become the world’s most trusted flavour innovator—bridging regionally rooted recipes with modern convenience, without compromising on taste & quality.
Purpose
To preserve and celebrate the authenticity of flavour—helping people reconnect with original tastes, while building trust through integrity, consistency, and innovation.
Blends that craft the
future of flavour
Innovation at Lalah’s isn’t an afterthought—it’s part of our process. With a scientific approach to R&D and world-class equipment at our disposal, we continuously raise the standard of what spice blending can be.
R&D-Driven Formulation
We reverse-engineer global blends, develop custom recipes, and co-create with brands to deliver flavour solutions tailored to every taste and region.
Purpose-Built Infrastructure
Our facilities include German Alpine mills for precision grinding, Buhler cleaning systems, a heat-treatment line, 24x7 tamarind processing units, and world-class packaging machinery—all designed to meet exacting international standards.
Global-Ready Quality Control
Every blend is tested multiple times, using accredited labs and in-house protocols that surpass Indian Spices Board requirements—ensuring safety, consistency, and export readiness across the globe.
Globally recognised.
Consistently certified.
Comprehensive food safety certification
Certified halal for sensitive palates.
Global benchmark for food safety management
Kosher-certified, globally inclusive.
Trusted global food safety compliance
Compliant and export-ready
India’s highest food manufacturing standard
Approved for U.S. regulatory standards
Our Team
Meet the passionate individuals behind our legacy.
Rajkumar Manradiar
Chairman
Jayshree Manradiar
Head - Sourcing
Ishwar Prasad
Chief Technology Officer
Laavanya R.Manradiar
Managing Partner
Dowlathram Seth
Founder
Punjab Mittulaul Lalah
Founder
Our facilities, in sight.
From black-and-white storefronts to modern-day labs and global supply chains—our
gallery is a visual testament to how far we’ve come, and how deeply our roots still run.
