10 Must-Try Foods From Different Cities Of India

Zee Media Bureau
Aug 07, 2024

Mumbai - Vada Pav

Vada Pav is the love of Mumbai, its the most popular street food there, made with fried potato dumplings, Chutneys and bread. It's a tasty and filling snack that's loved by the locals.

Delhi - Chhole Bhature

Chhole Bhature is the taste of Delhi. It is a beloved street food in Delhi made with spicy chickpea curry (chhole) in tangy sour flavour served with bhature.

Hyderabad - Biryani

Hyderabadi Biryani is famous not only in Hyderabad but all over India and getting famous across the world. It's made with basmati rice, meat or vegetables, and a blend of spices that give it a unique taste.

Kolkata - Rosogulla

We say rasgulla, but it’s rosogulla, the king of sweetness. The white milk solid balls dipped in sugar syrup is the most famous dessert not only in Bengal but in all of India.

Chennai - Idli

The white traditional breakfast dish of Chennai, made with steamed rice cakes. It's often served with sambar and chutney for a nutritious and delicious start to the day.

Agra - Petha

Been to Agra and never had petha? What a waste of the trip! Petha is a traditional white solid dessert made from ash gourd or white pumpkin, dipped in sugar syrup. It also comes in different flavours like chocolate, paan, and more.

Lucknow - Kebabs

Kebabs are grilled meat skewers that are a specialty of Lucknow. They're often made with chicken and marinated in spices that give them a unique flavour.

Jaipur - Dal Baati Churma

Dal Baati Churma is a traditional Rajasthani dish from Jaipur made with lentils, bread, and sweet dessert. It's a flavorful meal that's often served at special occasions.

Patna - Litti Chokha

Not only Patna, whole Bihar is in love with litti chokha, a delicious and healthy option full of protein, healthy carbs and taste. This flavorful and comforting dish is often enjoyed as a snack or light meal and is a must-try when visiting Patna.

Ahmedabad - Fafda Jalebi

Just mention Jalebi Fafda and some serial fans would start drooling. This dish consists crispy, savoury fafda (fried gram flour strips) paired with sweet and syrupy jalebi.

VIEW ALL

Read Next Story