Old Delhi is a foodie’s paradise. We will head to Chandni Chowk which was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as part of his new capital Shahjahanabad. Today it is a bustling market and a haven for foodies! It has a unique cuisine, developed over the years through influence of many different cultures.
We start the food trail with Lassi, the most popular and traditional yogurt-based drink. It is ideal to beat the heat and start the food walk.
This is followed by Jalebi, a spiral shaped crisp & juicy sweet made with all-purpose flour, gram flour and sugar syrup. The food walk continues as we taste Panipuri which is one of the most popular street food items in Delhi. It is a deep-fried breaded hollow spherical shell, about 1 inch in diameter, filled with a combination of potato, onion and chickpea. We will also indulge in Pakodas which are crispy fritters made with vegetables like onions, potatoes, gram flour, spices and herbs
The next halt would be the highlight of the food walk. We will visit the legendary Parathe wali Gali and savor Parathas. This Indian flatbread is made of layers of cooked dough and is unleavened, and filled with tender and crisp layers. The walk ends with a Pan. It is a mouth sweetener, freshener, and digestive made from betel leaves.
We will experience serenity at The Sis Ganj Sahib Gurdwara in the bustling heart of Chandni Chowk. Built to honour the 9th Sikh Guru Tegh Bahadur, the Gurudwara stands as a symbol of Sikh faith.
Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi is renowned for its vibrant food scene, offering a wide variety of traditional Indian dishes and street food.
A food evangelist will lead the ffood walk in Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi and help you experience authentic local delicacies. .
We are mindful of the local community's livelihood and endeavor to strengthen it. We provide training to local youth and employ them as guides. We also ensure patronizing local business to ensure the travel dollars stay where they are spent.
Delicacies of Chandni Chowk at local eateries
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