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Kolkata Street Food: 20 Lip-smacking Places For Street Food In Calcutta

Kolkata   – the   Cultural Capital of India   is a heaven for foodies and especially for people with a sweet tooth.   Bengali sweets   are famous and certainly needs no introduction however; the spicy, tangy and absolutely mouth-watering dishes that Kolkata has to offer will leave you undecided on whether you like the spicy Bengali cuisine more or the melting flavors of the sweetmeats. Add to that the   traditional Chinese and Tibetan food that are found here and you’re spoilt for choices. Here’s a list of 20 places to enjoy the Kolkata Street Food experience 1. Vivekananda Park: For the love of Phuchkas – the king of Kolkata street food Phuchka – king of street food in Kolkata If there’s some place in   Calcutta   where each and every phuchkawallah makes a phuchka to die for, it is this. Among other Kolkata   street food,  the papri chat, dum aloo phuchkas and dahi phuchkas here are to die for! On a good day, you might be able to spot a Tollywood celebrity or two lined up

9 Must Try Delicacies of Odisha

Located on the eastern coast, Odisha, known as ‘The soul of India’ is a beautiful combination of exotic cultures, architectural brilliance, and stunning natural landscapes. Little do people know that Odisha is equally rich when it comes to its local cuisine. Aptly called ‘the   Goa   of Eastern India’, Odisha is like a quintessential gourmet central for every foodie. The simple yet distinctive style of cooking in Odisha has its own identity. So here is our handpicked list of Odisha’s must try delights. 1. Khicede Khichdi, as we call it in other states is an easy yet a wholesome meal. Odisha khicede is one of the most important dishes, being offered as the main bhog to Lord Jagannath at the   Puri Temple . The perfect combination of rice and lentils cooked together in ghee gives a unique and relishing flavour to it.This comforting meal not just offers great taste but an even greater nutrition. Lightly spiced, often served with curd and papad, this appetizing meal is bound to mak

10 Amritsari Food Items That Every Foodie Must Try

This is definitely true in the case of Punjabis who are true gourmets. To them food is everything, and no one can savor the fatty delicacies in all its true splendor like a Punjabi does! The culinary capital of India-   Amritsar   is a proof of this fact. The home to the iconic Golden Temple  is also home to the best food in the world. Everything in this city revolves around food- be it socializing, prayer or festivals. Kulchas, lassi, jalebi, you name it and it will be found in Amritsar. 1. Langar Ka Prasad When in Amritsar, start out with the Golden Temple. The best time to visit is during the morning when the Guru Granth Sahib is brought to the inner sanctum. After offering your prayers, head over to the langar, the largest free kitchen in the world! The volunteers here cook and serve a simple meal of   dal, roti, sabzi and kheer   to lakhs of devotees each day. Even if you don’t have the time for langar, don’t leave the   Kara Prasad on your way out. You will have to jostle a

The Breaking Bread Chronicles – For the Perfect Breakfast in Bangalore

Living away from home is a great deal of pain. Surviving in a new place, building new relationships and finding a decent place to eat can be a huge task. Having moved to Bangalore in 2014, it took me a great deal of time to get adjusted to the new food scene here that is so different from what Jamshedpur, my hometown offered. Exploring the ever growing city and trying out the variety Bangalore has to offer in terms of food, I have compiled a list of my favourite places one can head to for great breakfast and give your tastebuds a gala time. Being the artist I am, I’ve also depicted the striking scenes of these eateries through my artwork. 1) Koshy’s Koshy’s Koshy’s Parade Cafe popularly know as just Koshy’s is my all time favourite place. Warning alert: you need to be patient as it’s crowded many times and service suffers due to that. Popular among the literati and culturati, this crowded yet cheerful restro-pub is where you can have discussions and debates over yummy food