SunstarTV Bureau: Food and travel go hand-in-hand. There is probably no better way to experience the soul of a place than through its food and for that India is the place where you can explore all the flavors and textures.
Being a foodie means having continues urge to taste food from every inch of the country. But indeed that will cost you a fortune.
The advent of food fests has gained popularity like wildfire among the foodies as they center their tour and travel plans to follow a fest to different locations. Here is the list of food festivals across the country, you cannot miss.
- National Street Food Festival
Where: New Delhi
When: December-January
Delhi, the city which is known to be the melting pot of cultures, boasts of a rich culinary legacy.
Delhiites love their street food, and nothing better way to celebrate this than hosting an entire fest. Well, gorge on some delicious chaats, momos, dosas, chole kulche at the iconic National Street Food Festival. Hence, this festival is a perfect occasion to taste the best of the cuisines from every corner of India.
- The Grub Fest
Where: New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata
When: March-April
Next up, let’s talk about one of the most happening food festivals in India.The Grub Fest is actually like a carnival there’s some delicious food, amazing entertainment, and just happy vibes. There are many mini-food trucks, culinary workshops, film screenings, and an organic food market. It brings together huge restaurant brands, chains and super talented chefs who put their best skills forward, all under one roof.
Where: New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata
When: March-April
- Goa Food and Cultural Festival
Where: Panaji, Goa
When: February
An amazing fusion of two of the things that we humans love the most, Food and Entertainment which we are going to get from one place, that’s Goa. The Goa Food and Cultural Festival promises load of fun with live music, dancing, and of course, delicious food. The festival hosts more than 70 stalls, serving hearty vegetarian and non-vegetarian fare, and some interesting drinks.
- Navi Mumbai Food Truck Fest
Where: Navi Mumbai
When: March
If you’re looking at going food-truck hopping, this is one food festival in India you should definitely consider. It’s one of the most awaited events in the city, where you’ll find some great cuisine, flea stalls and many fun activities from food trucks to food stalls, shopping stalls and even a dedicated kids zone, there’s something for everyone right here. Where: Navi Mumbai
- Bengaluru Food FETE
Where: Bengaluru
When: March-April
Bengaluru has another one of these vibrant food festivals in India.The Bengaluru Food Fete has more than just good food, there’s stand-up comedy, live music, dancing, and much more. While there are several popular cafes dotting the festival every year, it’s also the perfect platform for home cooks and bakers to showcase their dishes
- Mei-Ramew
Where: Mawphlang, Meghalaya
When: December
Mei Ramew is yet another amazing food festival in India, and you wouldn’t want to miss this one out. It’s organised by the North-East Slow Food and Agrobiodiversity Society, and puts local flavors of Meghalaya on the map. Check out Jadoh Rice, Pumaloi, and Bamboo Shoots here, as well as some fresh local produce that the farmers sell.
- Ahare Bangla
Where: Kolkata
When: March-April
Another hearty food capital, Kolkata is one place you can’t miss out on for its regional treats. This extravaganza offers some tasty Bengali delights like Double Fried chicken, Quali Spring Roll, Panchmisali Dal Fuluri, Tangra Macher Jhol, and Illish Macher Jhol. The Ahare Bangla food festival also hosts a stunning entertainment line-up every year.
- Sattvik Food Festival
Where: Ahmedabad
When: December
Celebrating the diversity of food is another amazing food festival in India. The Sattvik Food Festival offers some healthy treats like ratalu (yam) tikkis, soya cutlets, spinach rolls, pineapple jalebis, and aloe vera pickle. Vegetarians can especially go crazy bingeing here.
