The debate over which Indian city serves the best food is unending. While some say it’s Delhi, some others argue it’s Mumbai. A few others claim it’s Ahmedabad. But we bumped into a global list which says that Kolkata is one of the best cities for food in the world. And why not? When it comes to food, Kolkata stands out from the rest with its own set of lip-smacking options. Puchka lovers, we see your eyes sparking!
Kolkata Ranked Among The Cities Serving World’s Best Street Food
Kolkata is a true paradise for ardent foodies with a plethora of options like phuchka, kathi roll, fish fry, ghoti gorom, bhel puri, ghugni chaat, Mughlai parathas, shingaras ( crispy aloo and matar infused Kolkata samosas), beguni, teley bhaja, kabiraji, aloo kabli and even desi Chinese. Also, mind you, phuchka isn’t same as pani puri or gol gappa. The thin, crispy flour balls loaded with mashed potatoes, choley, tamarind chutney, and sweet chutney are simply irresistible. According to Vox Media’s food website Eater, Kolkata ranks among the top cities across the globe for food.
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Top Food Destinations In The World
Eater picked up 11 top destinations across the globe for its “Where To Eat” category. The top destination on the list is Tamaki Makaurau in Aotearoa, followed by Asheville in North Carolina and Albuquerque in New Mexico. Kolkata ranks 9th on the list. Other cities on the list include Guatemala City in Guatemala, Cambridge in England, Dakar in Senegal, Halland in Sweden, Sardinia in Italy, Manila in the Philippines and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. If you want to travel the world for food, you must bookmark these cities ASAP.
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Meanwhile, Kolkata peeps, it’s a proud moment for y’all!
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