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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.
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 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 ; )
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.
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.
@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.
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
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
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!
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.
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
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
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 😋
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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🙏🙏
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.
@@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.
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.
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!
@@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.
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.
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😏)
@@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
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.
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
Entrepreneurs are always happy whether they're street Entrepreneurs or Silicon valley.. the people who trade securities and derivatives etc are always fizzy fuzzy
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.
@@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
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.
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.
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.
you missed it i m talking about peaceful religion. they bring harmony and peace along with their global hero Osama to Americawith them. @@hwfq34fajw9foiffawdiufhuaiwfhw
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.
He's as cool as he's shown in this video. Yesterday, I went to this cart to have some of his world class dosas and not only that, he's such a cool guy to chat with!
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 🙏
@Reiner braun Sri Lankan’s and Tamilians share the same coast, the distance between Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka is at most 60 kms. So they’re very similar
He is a Tamil. But he is not a Sri Lankan who massacred many Tamils in the war and definitely not a Indian who backstabbed the Tamils in the war. Some comments calling him as Sri lankan is a high level of hypocrisy
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.
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...
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!
@@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.
Mans reminds me of my dad, he's from South India tamil nadu and he came to Canada with my mom to open an indian restaurant, we got dosas, idli, uthapam and so much more, gotta respect the hustle coming from overseas to try and make a living here in America, shit is really inspiring.
If it was india...boy! What with all those of useless wastes called relatives and neighbours continuously harp on family pride and "parampara" to local government apparatus, politicians and goondey taking their cut...to translate a saying from my language "saala kutta khud toh ghaas khata nahi..gaay ko bhi khane nahi deta."
As a Southern Indian, I can definitely attest that this man's dosas are the healthiest variants of regular dosas that we eat in Southern India. I've seen people from Northern India kill the healthy dosa by adding butter, cheese and other unhealthy food ingredients. This Sri Lankan man's dosas have taken the healthiness of dosas a step further.
Dosa is South Indian food. No one can claim it. No one makes it better than us South Indians LOL. North Indians can’t make food. Their food tastes bland mostly.
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.
Maani Dangerous 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️ theoretically sure it doesn’t. But the Tamils in Sri Lanka had been subjected to a mass genocide. He escaped to New York and is doing something he loves. His ethnicity showed him nothing is permanent because everything his people had was taken so yes, he did gain wisdom.
@@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
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!
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.
A lot of discussion on this Sir's ethnic background. To be honest, he's the best representation of humanity and talent. Neither have any ethnicity or religion.
@@PinkSaira1 Generally speaking, the ones 'discussing' his ethnicity and race are the ones who're prolly the xenos who can't digest an immigrant like him making good on their soil even though he's honest and hardworking.
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.'
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 😊😊🙏
Honestly when I was younger I use to think working for a reputable corporate company was the US dream but THIS seriously is. He is living the American dream! Bless him
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@@Draintheswamp888🇪🇸 2 - 1 🏴 Final Eurocup 😂
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.
Bless up ! I wish that man well .
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.
Nice gate keeping dorian
@@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 ; )
@@TheDorianTube Make some money so you can pay people when you want something instead of borrowing ;)
"Nothing is permanent, you should be happy with what you've got." Great advice. Thanks for sharing.
The best part
Very true
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.
Great words
I am de 1000th like jus saying nothing more
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.
That's pretty awesome. You can tell his heart is in the right place. He's a humble soul.
@@JoeBlow_4 A very genuinely sweet person.
I just teared up real talk
😭
@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.
The way he said his daughter graduated from college. Proud father moment.
Yeah double major in one subject... stupid
❤
I love the pride in his voice when he said "economics double major" about his daughter
Indian things 😅
He's srilankan
@@thesammuthusamy culturally the same. SL Tamil hailed from southern India
Just desi things more like
And Columbia too, very impressive
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👏
Pay his rent too. He's not trying to make it cheat for you cuz
@@alfredoalcantar8691 That's the point?
Yup this man is a legend
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
Yeah
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
I love it when Munchies tells the stories of vendors like him, who are humble and kind people.
Well said!
He brought up his grandmother in the conversation so many times and the life lessons she had taught him...wonderful! MashaAllah
Yeah, truly heart warming. May Lord Krishna bless him ☺😇
@@Himanshu_Singh793 lol 😂😂😂
@@F1NNER04 what's so funny, sir?
@@Himanshu_Singh793 His religion
@@yashaswi8750 What is so funny about anyones religion though ??
Dude is comfortable with himself. He’s friendly. Chill dude. He get’s it. Food looks great. Good street food option.
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Trump is that you?
Baby song
His eyes explain it all sexii
I love this man. His grandmother's philosophy is spot on - nothing is permanent, you should be happy with what you got.
Great dude.
God’s words is permanent. Be happy with what He gave you.
Very true!
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....
That's #Hindu thought. A big fan of #Shiva he said.
Selling Vegan food, shiva disciple, yoga- meditation, migrated during civil war.. worked hard, helping people with full heart, happy in what he have.
i am his disciple now! Bham bham bhole!
Indian food is isn’t vegan, it’s vegetarian. Almost every dish has dairy in it.
@@Jattmafia313 yeah right but still there are many vegan dishes
@@ridhijain1624 no..paneer..ghee..curd. We use a lot of these stuff
ok
His last words touched my heart " Nothing is permanent, so you should be happy with what you got".
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
Why They Closed that ? Do You Know ?
@@chempaklel6704 sounds like he got there late. So it was closed for the day
@@j_g_t6091 ohh I Thought It Got Closed For Forever Due To This Pandemic And Covid-19
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I’m from VA to
Love it when he says, 'Y'know what I'm saying?'
that part made me hella happy haha what a guy! need to meet him, and try his delicious food!
getting pretty excessive with those ya'know'what'im'sayin 's there j-roc
He so New York 😂😂😂😂
@@OmniCausticInfidel lol im glad i wasnt the only one who thought he was the indian j roc..
I read this right when he said it 😂😭
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!
the wisest man was found selling healthy food in NYC
$US 9.00 for roti and vegetables is not my idea of cheap
@@dennisboodan3641 considering its in NYC I would argue that its pretty cheap and healthy.
Ramesh true
@@dennisboodan3641 its not roti
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.
He’s still around in the park there’s great photos off Yelp from last week
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@@KCJbomberFTW thank you for telling!
@@thaDjMauz NYCs another animal
Shot don’t stop ever
True American dream that is
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
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 🙏
Are you working as a lawyer now?
He won the Visa Lottery and is now thriving with a daughter in Columbia University!! What a legend
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
Raja there is plenty of job opening maybe apply for a work visa
DanMan I moved to Canada due to uncertainty/no Path to settlement . For people from India pr process takes 15-20 years .
His daughter is a class act. Very humble, smart, and knows how to cook a mean dosa.
mohaddas Aslam You’re a shithead lol.
“We keep you healthy, you keep me wealthy” I LOVE THAT
You think healthy I'm wealthy
Feeltheshadow 20 I just rewatched it and I think he actually said “we keep you healthy, I’m wealthy” lmaooooo
Grand Pu I don’t know who shit in your cereal but dial it back
Health is wealth
Been going to him since freshman year at NYU.. great guy
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!
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 😋
Stop calling India Bharat a$$hole
This man has found peace. You can see it in his eyes
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
@@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.
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.
@@siddharthkapoor9295 muh ki baat chin li 😥
@@WeareCrazyhumans no one talked to me like this ever😭this is just amazing ♥️
Never thought I'd hear a Tamil speaker say "youknowimsayin" like that.
Lol😂😂😂
Tanishq Rahuja factsss 😭 New York is different
Same
he kinda sound trinidadian lol
😓😓
Makes Vegan dosa, doesn't overcharge the crap out of people. He's a treasure to the world.
fowlerfreak 🙌🏾
@@idek3881 not really... Most of the restaurants use butter
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.
For me its still veg and butter doesn't changes except it gives a load of taste and ghee also
@@bibhasroy3815 Yeah but for someone who is vegan, that might make a lot of difference
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?” 😯 🤯 .
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That's crazy
"We keep you healthy, you keep me wealthy"
From this you can understand that this man always straight up tells the truth
yes needs to make his family stable everyone does that man we know, he a good human af
Nowadays healthy foods are very rare outside the home, appreciative for his work,, health is wealth 🍛🍚🍏🍎🍉🍐🍅🍍🍓🌹
go back and listen again he said we keep you healthy i am wealthy
Healthy food
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Im okay with that win win for both
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.
And it's 2019
That's long time...
😊✌️♥️♥️♥️
10 years ago damn btw நாணும் தமிழனே!!
@@rameshravikumar9515 poda mayiru
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.
@@jyotirmayamohanty5723 Im tamil singaporean ! We are a minority but singapore/malaysian tamil dialect is the best
“In this world nothing is permanent .... just be happy” I felt that! ♥️
Yeah I agree 😄
Anees M I wonder what your mom felt 9 months before you were born
Anees M hahahahaha
Thank you Jenny for the nice words. Blessings to you
Deepak Samson
Nahi degi
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.
Amen
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🙏🙏
Nah, you're just a hustler that got over on him. With your child present lmao
@@eyesforthewise No. I actually took a picture with him, you creep! I wanted to pay it forward.
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.
Wow
@@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.
"She just graduated from Columbia University .... economics, DOUBLE MAJOR"
You could see him beaming with pride when he said that. :D
Degree is worthless but still...
@@pickutina wouldn't you be proud if you had kids of your own double majoring and graduating from a university?
@@pickutina Yeah keep telling that to yourself 😂
@@pickutina lol not really but ok
Times have changed and not for the good, higher education became pointless, it has no economy value as it did many years ago.
1 year later: Guys we must support this mans during this pandemic. Make sure he'll be there once this is over.
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.
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!
He posted on his Instagram that the best way to support him is by Venmoing him at @NYDOSAS
@@andresa2408 can you please tell his username ???
@@TheAvgWoman once i get to New York I want to try the Dosas
I love how he knows everyone's "usual" order. Fantastic story.
My daughter graduated from Columbia University - double major! The look on his face, proud father! :)
6:15
They had us in the first half, not gonna lie 😁
I wish my father was that proud of me! 😶
@@user-rg3cc1jm5w im sure he is
@@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.
The guy is keeping the prices under 10 dollars so everyone can afford it
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 $2-3 per meal.
@@ConnorLipke Coming from India, in big cities like New Delhi, the price of a good Dosa is easily 3 dollars or above
@@soumyagarg6723 Where tf are you eating dosa. Unless in a restaurant which is super expensive no masala dosa is over 3$.
@@soumyagarg6723 yo, who pays 200 bucks for a dosa? the 99 rupee places are where it's at
I can buy 3 dosa in India in just 1 dollars XD
The way he cuts the dosa in two is so satisfying to watch.
that's the only thing i don't like in the video
One clean fine cute😀
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😏)
I like full dosa, not divided in half.
@@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
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.
Aaw. That's awesome :) glad you got to try the chai.
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
Entrepreneurs are always happy whether they're street Entrepreneurs or Silicon valley.. the people who trade securities and derivatives etc are always fizzy fuzzy
Look to your right, there's a grave marked "unknown" .
@@lightningman212xd6 lol that's the one! you can imagine my surprise when i first saw that movie and got name-checked in it
@@tonyclifton265 wait....this is your real name?
@@lightningman212xd6 just kidding, lightningBoy
What a absolutely sweet man with genuine good heart. Hope he is doing good and successful business.
Agreed
s r *an
RUclips your recommendations are getting better day by day.
Frince Francis data mining ftw
You are watching better
Meanwhile my RUclips recommendations be like : prices for short time in Pattaya 😂
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.
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.
I will try it
@J D imagine being "too hard" for fucking water. LOOK AT ME IM SO MANLY CAUSE I DONT DRINK WATER!!!
J D fuck off
The Kirby T how much was that meal you got?
@J D I think you're joking ?
"I love bikes and racing.....after I got married I stopped"
I feel you brother, deeply 😂😂😂
Delta Mike thats happen with my dad 😂
I bet ur an Middle class indian like me 😂
#arranged marriage gang
Nice..
🤣😂😂
"I keep the food under $10, so poor people can have food too"
Great attitude.
I love that
Steve Jobs is rolling in his grave.
@Jerrin Abraham wtf in the state that price are cheap
In India that same Dosa ranges from 0.3 to 1.4 Dollars
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.
Tasted today. Loved the dosas and his dedication to his work.
Admit it, we've all probably come back to watch this video every once in a while
yewdubb every time it pops up in the feed I watch it. Prob my 18th time now 😆
yewdubb .. is he safe during this time ?
Yeah this isn’t my first time here
Yea especially when I eat dosas
Yes, especially when I'm eating dosa which is common as peas in Singapore. Every Indian stall within a mile has it.
Nothing is permanent in this world so you got to be happy ; dosaman NY
But isn't that true? Selling Dosas for a living doesn't mean he knows life any lesser
@@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
What a saying that was ,you are a human
Vijoy winson that's true wisdom right there
🙌🙌
“You know what I’m sayin” he’s definitely a New Yorker
Bourboncat 92 everybody say that you moron!
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.
Oooh shit. Fight! Fight!
namm sain
@@eligavia let's grab some popcorn
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.
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.
Does he still sell...
Jealous... Want to go to New York someday and when I do I'm gonna be sure to visit this guy
@Kaleb and you still called it expensive. Bruh it’s normal price is what I’m sayin
See is good man hindi meanings
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.
not gonna lie, seeing this man live such a happy, passionate and honest life literally just brought me to tears. what a beautiful soul!
G. Bee you kinda sensitive my g
Me too
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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).
dear faith plays a vital role here.
@@hwfq34fajw9foiffawdiufhuaiwfhw Hinduism is a religion that is rooted in peacefulness, spirituality and hard work.
@@hwfq34fajw9foiffawdiufhuaiwfhw Christianity is not the only faith. He was talking about Hinduism.
Nice comment. You seem very articulate.
you missed it i m talking about peaceful religion. they bring harmony and peace along with their global hero Osama to Americawith them. @@hwfq34fajw9foiffawdiufhuaiwfhw
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.
You know he's slowly turning into an American when he repeatedly says "youknowhatamsayin"
LoudAswin Wait till it evolves to “you feel me”? He’s in NYC after all lol
Worrrrddd
@@zxty34 😂💯
@@zxty34 He'll become a NYoker when he starts wearing tims.
You know
He's as cool as he's shown in this video. Yesterday, I went to this cart to have some of his world class dosas and not only that, he's such a cool guy to chat with!
He’s still there he survived the pandemic!!!
This dude is constantly smiling in the clips of him cooking. It’s so pure. 10/10 video
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 🙏
7:24 "I'm a New Yorker. Me? Of course, I've been living here 25 years!" That chuckle is golden.
you got millionaires out there that dont seem as content and happy as this guy.
If they are married they damn sure aren't happy.
GREAT comment very TRUE
this guy probably is a millionaire
*works hard, save his money
dude is def a millionaire by now
No way I went to high school with his daughter. Glad he is proud of her, both are great people!
Nice bullshit
@@dragonz_breath4072 lmao prolly both
Dragons Breath Dude...💀
@@dragonz_breath4072 some people don't bang every girl he meets. Because decent people exists.
yes
The ideal immigrant to any country. Respectful, hard-working and shares his own culture/cuisine with the community around him.
I came for food, left with wisdom.
same here!
Why this comment has 1300 likes but only 5 reply? (Updated)
@@hellyfahreza wise people didn't need to talk to spread their wisdom
This is a funny Fckin comment
@@hellyfahreza bcoz there is nothing more to say but agree :)
Father, entrepreneur, and chef. This guy is a straight G.
"Nothing is permanent. You should be happy with what you have got"
Ok elio
@@ammachi_wid_luv8507 yes just like my love with Oliver was not permanent :')
@@yashxd1586 lol
@@yashxd1586
Not me remembering the phone call scene and getting emotional HeLp-
Thanks man i was looking for this😌
his energy is just 😭🤍🤍 what an inspiring and lovely man.. i hope i can visit his cart one day!!
"Nothing is permanent, so be happy with what you got." spoken like someone who is truly content. #goodstuff
He might be a muslim, we say that to
Im the blackest white boy in the world Who the guy in the video? If you think this you are an utter dumbass.
He is 100% tamilan and workship god muruga who is god of war..
@@shreihals9314 The deities he has are Hindu
@@shreihals9314 i.pinimg.com/originals/0a/10/cb/0a10cbb459ec3054c95e99cddc4a852d.jpg
I love seeing how proud he is of what he's created, he deserves everything, what a pure soul.
Yes.He's Pure And Humble.He's Proud To Be An American Citizen.This Is The American Dream.
This guy has the best “y’knowhatimsayin?” Y’knowhatimsayin?
Fucking iconic
Classic New Yorker !
When I heard that, I was thinking, that's a real New Yorker right there.
Mr. Roboto 100!!
3:29
Proud of you sir, love from Srilanka 🇱🇰
He is Indian
@@jakedias6123 Native srilanka Jaffna.. plz watch full VDO😊
@@jakedias6123 1:59 🇱🇰
@@faziljunaideenJustice for Sri Lankan Tamils
@@faziljunaideenlol he has to flee from sri lanka because of his ethnicity.
Thanks to this video, if I'm ever in NY, I'm visiting this dude.
Come back to this channel and share us your experience
how was your experience
@@shivjivishnujikalkiavtaar1219 they said "if" not "when "
@@Deenique16 so what??? whenever he will go there he'll reply us.
Me too.
This mans use of “You know what im sayin” is LEGENDARY
Its common prahase in India also some meme material
Hip hop language 😆
I know people like him i can see the street in him 😂
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
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This is how you love and integrate properly into a country. More power to this man and his strong work ethic. He is a testament to his culture.
Well said.
This is how 95% of immigrants integrate you mean?
Yes
Tony Duran lots of immigrants have done this but asshole trump never gave credit
Yeah, only immigrants need to work and have work ethics.
Visited him today, super warm personality and excellent food!
His smile is priceless when he says it’s his grandmother’s recipe with such pride.
you can tell hes very excited talking to the camera, super wholesome
You know he has a good business when the people interrupt his interviews
All while watching their dosas cook! They indicated to him it was time to come back!/😂
Happy to see a Tamilian succeed in life through his hard work. Such a down to earth person who accepts whatever life dishes out to him.
@Reiner braun Sri Lankan’s and Tamilians share the same coast, the distance between Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka is at most 60 kms. So they’re very similar
@Reiner braun goddd,tamilian is etnicity and sri lankan is nationality,u get it?
@@ksasidhar2980 share the same coast? Tamils live in Sri Lanka, both sides are Tamil 🤣
@Reiner braun bro he's tamil
Sri Lankan is an Nationality
Tamilan is an ethnicity
He is a Tamil. But he is not a Sri Lankan who massacred many Tamils in the war and definitely not a Indian who backstabbed the Tamils in the war. Some comments calling him as Sri lankan is a high level of hypocrisy
I love these stories! He seems like a genuinely kind person! Much continued success to this man!
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.
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...
@@VamsiKumpatla You misunderstood what I meant by average. It's not about the dosa instead it's about the average price across India.
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!
@@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.
Leave about mercy sir, you should really know what's the meaning of term" average" and how it is calculated.
Love it when he said " I want everybody to have food " that's the secret of success.
3:00
" ya kno wha imma sayin "
pure NY guy.
Mans reminds me of my dad, he's from South India tamil nadu and he came to Canada with my mom to open an indian restaurant, we got dosas, idli, uthapam and so much more, gotta respect the hustle coming from overseas to try and make a living here in America, shit is really inspiring.
Good to know that you are proud of them..
@@aryankushwaha1964 why would he be lying moron
@@aryankushwaha1964 I'm wondering who will lie about their own dad other than you
If it was india...boy! What with all those of useless wastes called relatives and neighbours continuously harp on family pride and "parampara" to local government apparatus, politicians and goondey taking their cut...to translate a saying from my language "saala kutta khud toh ghaas khata nahi..gaay ko bhi khane nahi deta."
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As a Southern Indian, I can definitely attest that this man's dosas are the healthiest variants of regular dosas that we eat in Southern India. I've seen people from Northern India kill the healthy dosa by adding butter, cheese and other unhealthy food ingredients. This Sri Lankan man's dosas have taken the healthiness of dosas a step further.
Not always bro. Even Indians make better dosas.
@@myhomecountryindia5618 yeah south indians do😂
@gaming site As if India is your father's property.
Dosa is South Indian food. No one can claim it. No one makes it better than us South Indians LOL. North Indians can’t make food. Their food tastes bland mostly.
@@zuxic8124 south indian food is shitty AF , kabhi north indian khaa ke dekho
Everything he’s ever done in his life is wrapped up in that smile when he talks about his daughter graduating Columbia with a double major.
Yeah
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.
When a guy from srilanka says "Nothing is permanent, be happy with what you got", somehow it sounds lot more deeper.
So true
Facts especially a Tamil Sri Lankan
True that
@@arunmanickam1709 ethnicity has nothing to do with wisdom
Maani Dangerous 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️ theoretically sure it doesn’t. But the Tamils in Sri Lanka had been subjected to a mass genocide. He escaped to New York and is doing something he loves. His ethnicity showed him nothing is permanent because everything his people had was taken so yes, he did gain wisdom.
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.
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.
Yeah he is selling dosa online.............. you can download the pdftoo
@@zink5664 I believe she meant a delivery app
@@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
Maani Dangerous no he is selling dosa online 2$ for one pdf
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!
lol no. Americans are the backbone of America not immigrants
@@kikoalonso6 n where do think those Americans came from ?
@@horrnett oh that probably will hurt him a lot ,,
@@kikoalonso6 You idiot lmao
Americans are the backbone of Jews
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.
I Iove his accent with the NY twist!
“you know wha i’m sayin’?”
pure gold honestly
See you tomo' ! 🤣 3:56
We must protect this man at all costs.
Wow.
He's pretty capable on his own....that's why he's where he is...
FireTide that man should be a national treasure
@FocusFanatic yeah that’s true
@FocusFanatic he is a Sri lankan
@FocusFanatic is every vendor as nice and has good ethics and values as this guy? If yes... Then we're all good. If not, PROTECT THIS GUY AT ALL COST!
A lot of discussion on this Sir's ethnic background. To be honest, he's the best representation of humanity and talent. Neither have any ethnicity or religion.
He is south Indian ...End of Story
Only Xenophobes and racists piglets who'll want to Target hardworking and law abiding immigrants.
@@MrY4j I'm sorry I didn't understand your comment. Did you find something wrong with what I said or you're replying to the above person?
Same buddy I didn't understand the same
@@PinkSaira1 Generally speaking, the ones 'discussing' his ethnicity and race are the ones who're prolly the xenos who can't digest an immigrant like him making good on their soil even though he's honest and hardworking.
He is talking about the quality of food, No customer should disappoint after visiting . . Great to hear
Srilankan and South Indian food are delicious. Idli dosa etc. Now I started craving again 😂 , these people are very honest and nice
Niceee
U pkistni!!
@@harshpandey8624 WTF? He could be Indian?
@@harshpandey8624 please you fucker don't make this comment section a warzone
Tamils are the best. They don't shit in the streets like other Indians
*He truly seems like a legend - love his perspective and energy!*
_You need more potato that's good_
My life philosophy, basically
I’m Irish so I need less 😂
Starch is no good.
does it rain diamonds on Jupiter and Saturn?
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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.'
@@pureoceanz8352 had to mention that...😂😂😂
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 😊😊🙏
What a fantastic story. And his daughter is a Economics Double Major from Columbia University !
Good to know.🤗🤐😜
Goddamn! Big respect. Hope she helps him out after 😂
This! :'))💖
@@Smithy250 as long as the student loans are fine 😭🙄
wow alhamdulillah, good to know!
Thank you RUclips for recommending this video ❤
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*Every South Asian person : hell yeah !*
Honestly when I was younger I use to think working for a reputable corporate company was the US dream but THIS seriously is. He is living the American dream! Bless him
Wholesome, wholesome.
Love his attitude and you can tell what he does makes him happy.
Just chillin at the grill all day