From Delhi: Old Delhi Street Food Tour
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Category:
Country: India
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
A street food tour is a delightful culinary adventure that involves exploring the diverse and delicious array of foods available from street vendors in a particular city or region.
A street food tour in Old Delhi is a fantastic culinary adventure that allows you to explore the rich and diverse flavors of Indian cuisine.
Old Delhi is known for its bustling streets, historical landmarks, and, of course, its delectable street food offerings. Here's a suggested itinerary for an Old Delhi street food tour:
Start at Chandni Chowk: This iconic street in Old Delhi is the epicenter of street food. Begin your tour early in the evening when the food vendors and stalls are just setting up. You can explore both ends of Chandni Chowk, near the Red Fort and Jama Masjid.
Paranthe Wali Gali: Start your food journey at Paranthe Wali Gali, a narrow lane known for its variety of stuffed parathas. You can choose from a range of fillings, such as potato, paneer, lentils, and more. Make sure to try their sweet parathas as well.
Kuremal Mohan Lal Kulfi Wale: After your parathas, head over to Kuremal Mohan Lal Kulfi Wale for a refreshing dessert. They are famous for their unique, stuffed kulfis with flavors like paan, aam papad, and more.
Natraj Dahi Bhalle Wala: Next, head to Natraj Dahi Bhalle Wala for their famous dahi bhalla (fried lentil balls soaked in yogurt) and aloo tikki (spiced potato patties). Their sweet and tangy tamarind chutney is a must-try.
Jalebi Wala: For some sweet indulgence, stop by Jalebi Wala. They serve hot and crispy jalebis, a popular Indian sweet made from deep-fried dough soaked in sugar syrup.
Gali Paranthe Wali: Visit Gali Paranthe Wali (the other end of the lane) for a different paratha experience. Here, you can enjoy parathas with a wide range of fillings and pickles.
Karim's: Karim's is a legendary restaurant near Jama Masjid, known for its Mughlai cuisine. Try their kebabs, biryani, and other meat dishes for a savory contrast to the sweets you've been sampling.
Old Famous Jalebi Wala: Just a short walk from Karim's, you can end your food tour with more jalebis at Old Famous Jalebi Wala, or you can savor their samosas and rabri (a sweet, condensed milk-based dessert).
Street Chai and Snacks: Throughout your tour, you'll find many street vendors selling chai (tea), chaat (a savory snack), and other local specialties. Don't hesitate to sample these items as well.
Local Markets and Shopping: After indulging in all the delicious street food, you can explore the local markets in Old Delhi, such as Kinari Bazaar and Dariba Kalan, where you can shop for traditional Indian products, jewelry, textiles, and more.
Remember to pace yourself and come with an empty stomach, as there's an abundance of food to try in Old Delhi. Also, keep in mind that street food can be quite spicy, so be prepared for some heat. Enjoy your Old Delhi street food adventure!
Highlights
- India Gate is a grand structure
- Qutb Minar is the tallest masonry tower in India
- The Jama Masjid was regarded as a symbolic gesture of Islamic power across India
- The Red Fort is a historic fort in the Old Delhi neighborhood of Delhi
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.