Scottish Man Tries Mishti Doi At Kolkata’s Putiram Sweets For ₹30; Netizens: “Guy Did His Research”

The balmy weather of Kolkata leaves you craving for just one thing— Mishti Doi or sweet curd. Spoonfuls of chilled yoghurt lightly sweetened with sugar or jaggery have a velvety mouthfeel that instantly refreshes you. One of the best places to gorge on Mishti Doi is the iconic Putiram Sweets in Kolkata’s College Street. The centuries-old sweet shop is no less than a heritage spot that has even garnered the attention of a Scottish travel influencer. What’s his verdict? You’ll see!

Scottish Travel Influencer Tries Mishti Doi From Putiram In Kolkata

Hugh Abroad, a Scottish man, recently visited Putiram in Kolkata. Taking to his Instagram handle, the travel influencer documented his food experience at the iconic sweet shop. Hugh ordered Mishti Doi, a speciality at the hole-in-the-wall and waited for the vendor to scoop 100 grams of the dessert into a tiny plastic bowl. After weighing the bowl, the vendor hands it over to the influencer, who looks on hungrily.

 

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What surprises him most about the dessert is that it costs just ₹30 or $0.35. “It’s a lot thicker than I expected,” he remarks as he eats the first spoonful of the chilled yoghurt. It’s love at first bite for Hugh, who described it to be “so good.” Hugh exclaimed, “It is lumpy, but the taste is fantastic!” The Scottish man called it “rich” and very “creamy.” Hugh explained Mishti Doi to be a toffee-flavoured yoghurt. And that description is spot on!

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Gives It A Solid 10/10; Netizens Are Overjoyed

However, he was still confused about its pronunciation. Is it Mishti Doi or Misti Doi? Nevertheless, the satiated content creator rated it a solid 10/10. Netizens were elated about his visit to Putiram Sweets, which holds a special place in the hearts of Kolkatans. A commenter was pleased with Hugh’s research. Another person suggested he try Kachuri, Dal and Aloo Dum, savoury specialities of the spot. A person even suggested he try Daab Chingri, a prawn dish made with tender coconut.

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Well, Hugh certainly did his research well and left us craving Mishti Doi from Kolkata, a perfect summer saviour!

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