The Ayushmat Story

From a Culinary Legacy to a Revolution in Healthy Living

A journey that began in the cultural heart of Mylapore, transitioning from generations of trusted catering to pioneering accessible, traditional health in modern kitchens.

🏛️ The Legacy of Chellappa

In the heart of Mylapore, where culture and devotion blend seamlessly, stood a name that generations trusted—Chellappa Catering.

Founded in the 1990s, it represented more than just food; it stood for trust, taste, and tradition. Known for authentic South Indian cuisine served on banana leaves, families relied on Chellappa for unmatched taste and heartfelt service.

“Pure ingredients. Traditional cooking. Honest service.”

⚠️ The Turning Point

As the legacy passed to Mr Krishnaswamy, son of Chellappa, he asked a powerful question:
“If food defines our health, what defines the food?”

The answer was oil. While most catering businesses shifted to cost-effective refined oils, a concerning health crisis emerged in modern living—rising heart issues, diabetes, and obesity.

Our elders lived healthier lives because they used natural, traditional ingredients like Vagai Marachekku (cold-pressed) oils. This realization sparked a mission.

About Ayushmat

Ayu (Life) and mat (healthy living) the words combine together means healthy life.

Good health is not only important but is also an essential ingredient for a happy life.

Our previous generations were so healthy due to the natural methods of food preparation. Technology has grown greater but the problem is, it even over took the preparation of food from naturally.

The extraction of edible oil is one of the best examples. but do these methods offer healthy oil is a BIG QUESTION MARK??

Can we go back to the olden days and enjoy the same kind of healthiness? Yes, AYUSHMAT offers naturally pure & genuine oil.

Understanding the need of healthy edible oil, we Ayushmat has started extracting oil through the Marachekku or Wooden Cold Press.

We source the best of sesame seeds, groundnuts and coconuts to offer the premium quality oil that is packed and brought to you naturally with all its goodness retained, aroma and flavour. The real intention to make every day of your life healthier and joyful. And thus, we chose Ayushmat to make your life healthy living. Now the uniqueness with Ayushmat is that we extract oil by vaagai maram and more surprisingly we follow the technique of extracting oil from chekku not through machinery but by manually.

Our Vision

To revive and preserve ancient Indian oil-making traditions for future generations. To become a trusted name known for purity, authenticity, and natural wellness.

Our Mission

To produce high-quality, wood-pressed oils using time-honored extraction methods. To deliver chemical-free, nutrient-rich products that promote healthy living.

Our Values

We believe in purity, honesty, and respect for traditional craftsmanship. We are committed to sustainability, integrity, and serving our customers with care.

The Birth of Ayushmat (2018)

Driven by the vision to restore the lost foundation of health, Ayushmat was born to transform everyday cooking in every household.

“Ayu” = Life
“Mat” = Healthy Living

👉 AYUSHMAT = A Life of Healthy Living

Our Core Philosophy

What Makes Ayushmat Different?

Using the traditional Vagai Marachekku (bullock-driven wooden press) method, our oils are crafted to perfection.

🚫 Non-refined & Chemical-free
🐂 Extracted naturally without heavy machinery
✨ Rich in nutrients, aroma, and authentic taste
🥜 Made from high-quality groundnuts, sesame seeds, and coconuts

Health for Everyone

Premium cold-pressed oils are often expensive and out of reach for many. Ayushmat is built on a different belief: Health should not be a luxury. It should be accessible to every household.

💧 Every family can choose healthier cooking.
💧 Every kitchen has a strong, natural foundation.
💧 Every individual gets a chance to live better.

Our Promise & Philosophy

Our ancestors lived healthier lives because they stayed closer to nature. Today, it’s time to reconnect with those roots.

“Food is essential to live. Healthy food is essential to live well.”

✔ To deliver pure, natural, cold-pressed oils
✔ To preserve traditional extraction methods
✔ To make health affordable and accessible
✔ To build a healthier future, one kitchen at a time

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