Delhi- A Foodie’s Delight

Delhi, the historical capital city of India, where tourists arrive from every nook and corner of India as well as abroad to get a glimpse of the colonial India has another side to it. The delicious food of the city cannot be ignored by any foodie. Starting from Kebabs to Alu Chats or the Gol Gappas, you can relish here some of the finest food which you will rarely find in any other states of India. The mouth watering and delicious preparations will surely leave you asking for more.

Hence, it would not be wrong to call Delhi, the Mecca of food and it is definitely a foodie’s delight. 

If you want to enjoy some really scrumptious food in Delhi, then do not forget to visit these places. 

Chandni Chowk: Ask any Delhiite about good food and the first place which comes out of his or her mouth is Chandni Chowk. Paranthas, Lassi, Idli, Dossa, Ice cream, Chole Bathure and the list goes on. You can find here anything and everything you want to satisfy your hungry tummy. Visit Karim’s for non-veg food items, head towards the Paranthe Wale Gali to taste lip smacking veg- paranthas, quench your thirst with a glass of Punjabi lassi at the Amritsari Lassi Corner and if you love jalebi, then Jalebi Wala is always there to serve you hot tasty jalebis.

 Pandara Road: This place is recommended only if you are a hardcore Punjabi. A wide variety of north Indian food is available here. Prepared in a quintessential Punjabi way, all the dishes here will surely bring out the foodie inside you. Some of the best eating outlets worth visiting here are Gulati Restaurant, Chicken Inn, Punjabi by Nature, Ichiban Restaurant and Pindi.

Dilli Haat: Apart from being one of the frequently visited places in Delhi, Dilli Haat is also famous for its regional eating joints. Whether you are from eastern, western, northern or southern part of India, you can get here food of your respective regions. To make things easier for the tourists, there are separate stalls with the name of respective states written over it. Hence, you can have your favourite dish anytime.

Khan Market: The place is not only famous for its designer clothing outlets or shops selling bling accessories;  a chain of food outlets can also be found here in order to make your shopping experience more interesting. Delicious and spicy food along with light snacks is available. Aap ki khatir, Khan Chahcha Kabab Corner, Chonas and Blanco are some of the food stopovers.

Connnaught Place: Tourists as well as local people regularly jostle up here to get the best food. You can hang out with our friends or your loved ones and at the same time also enjoy some of the best food here within your budget. Step in to Nizam’s Kathi Kabab to relish on egg and mutton rolls, if you are bong then do not forget to visit the Bengali Market and enjoy the freshly prepared Rasgullas. Eat the best Kadai and Tandoori chicken at Kake Da Hotel and biriyani at Anand Dhaba.

Nehru Place: It is not about computers in Nehru Place, rather you can find any kind of food here. If you want to have a healthy and nutritious lunch, then there are a lot of interesting food items on the menu card such as choole chawaal, daal chawal, Rajma Chawal and many more. You can also visit here some restaurants and hotels here such as oh! Calcutta, Singh Sahib and Angrezee Dhaba.

Now that you are aware of the places in the capital city where you can have the best food, it’s time to visit them and enjoy them.

 

Summer Destinations in India

Summers are back again in India. The sweltering heat of the sun drains out all the energy from the body. It becomes impossible to stay outside for more than an hour. You have to think twice before planning a summer holiday or a honeymoon at this time in any part of India. You need to plan your holidays around such places where the temperature remains moderate and does not take a toll on your body.

While some people plan holidays in abroad where the temperature is moderate and cold, but it becomes difficult for a middle class Indian family to afford a foreign trip. There are some places in India where the temperature not only remains low throughout the year, but you can also find snow every time.

Here is the list of places in India where you can plan your holidays this summer

Manali

Named after the Manu God, Manali is also known as the abode of heaven after Kashmir. The ice capped mountains and the greenery of the place makes it an ideal spot for couples as well as for families planning to go on a vacation. Some of the hottest tourist spots at this place are Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Hadimba Temple, Naggar Castle, Himalayan Park and Bhrigu Lake. October to February is the perfect time to visit Manali. Reaching Manali is not difficult as you can reach there from any part of India either through train or by air.

Tawang

If you are someone staying in North East India, then Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh is the ultimate place where you can get respite from summers. Admist the snow covered surroundings you can go for a spiritual visit here at the Tawang Monastery, the  second largest monastery in Asia. Do not give a miss to the Pankang Teng Tso lake which freezes in winters and is surrounded by some wonderful flora and natural surroundings. Except June, you can visit Tawang at any time of the year.

Auli

Not many people in India  know about this beautiful place in Uttarakhand called Auli. If you love snow sports, then Auli is waiting for you. Here, you can get a plenty of opportunities to enjoy skiing. The Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam is a ski resort which owned by the government. Chattrakund, a tiny lake with crystal clear waters is bound to mesmerize you.

Sikkim

The recent Bollywood flick Yariyaan has been shot here. Just as you saw the place in the movie, the exquisite locales and the monasteries will charm you as you visit here. A slew of tourist attractions awaits here for you. You can visit the Nathula Pass and watch the India- China Border.  Pelling, on the other hand can help you to get the closest view of the Mt. Kanchendzonga, the third highest peak of the world. If you love flowers you can then visit the Jawaharlal Nehru botanical Gardens.

Bharmaur and Kugti

These places are located in Himachal Pradesh. If you want to avoid the crowd at Manali and want to spend some time with your loved ones, then Bharmaur and Kugti is highly recommended. While the former is famous for its    temples, the latter is famous for its wildlife. You can reach Bharmour by plane once you reach Dharamshala as the place is only 190 kms away or else you can also board a train from Pathankpot Cantt Railway Station.