Travelling to India? Here’s What to Eat + Do

travelling to india

India is known for its food and diversified culture. Finding something extraordinarily delectable is quite easy in a country where flavours change with every turn. So, whether you plan to try the Maharashtrian Vada Pav, Delhi’s famous Chole Bhature, Lucknow’s Chaat, or Chennai’s Idli Sambhar, we are here to accompany you in your gastronomic journey in India. These cities have a distinct and authentic flavour that reflects perfectly in their all-time-favourite recipes.  

And while you can enjoy all these famous dishes, a few things can further add a layer of flavour and texture that you will fall in love with.  

Gorge on Vada Pav While Enjoying the View of The Gateway of India

Long journeys can be pretty tiring. Treat yourself to an energy-packed breakfast in Mumbai while you appreciate the ever-gorgeous Gateway of India. Try out the classic Vada Pav accompanied with fried green chilies and red chilli chutney or mint chutney that will instantly take its flavor to a new level. 

Enjoy Thepla While Admiring the Statue of Unity

Get a glimpse of one of the most prolific creations in recent years – The Statue of Unity while relishing some Theplas. Pair it with some achaar, curd, mint, or peanut chutney to enhance its flavors. This is one of Gujarat’s most preferred midday snacks and will keep you going all day long! 

Find Your Way Out of BhulBhulaiya While Enjoying Kebab Paratha Roll

With a thousand passageways and around 500 identical doorways at Bhul Bhulaiya in Lucknow, you can easily get lost unless you have a local guide. Make this excursion more exciting and thrilling with a kebab paratha roll from the ever-famous Tunday Kebabi. Also, do not forget to try out the lip-smacking gol-gappe while in Lucknow. 

Explore the Marina Beach While Relishing Sundal

Apart from the very obvious choice of – Idli Sambhar, this popular street food is a must-try. Easily available on almost every beach or temple in Chennai, Sundal is a dish prepared by mixing soaked chana with several authentic spices and garnishing with sliced, unripe mangoes and chillies. Enjoy this excellent street food with some coconut chutney to take its flavor to a new level. 

Try out Indori Poha While Shopping at The Sarafa Market 

Stroll across the Sarafa market in Indore and pick some gifts for your friends and family members back home. Do not forget to try out a plate of Indori Poha accompanied with Sev, Usal, sliced onions, and fennel seeds while relishing it with some achaar or chutney! 

There are still many places to explore in India and even more recipes to try out! So, it is better to consider doing proper research beforehand and have a planned itinerary for your trip to India which will help you explore all the amazing places and try out all the scrumptious delicacies. We hope that this guide will help you make the most of your trip to India.