Durga Puja 2022: 5 unmissable food items to try while pandal hopping

Durga Puja is here! And, for many it's not just a festival but an emotion. From Phuchkas to Biryani to Chowmein and Sondesh, there's a plethora of delicacies to indulge in, while exploring the pandals. 

Here are 5 must-try foods if you’re planning to go pandal hopping, this Durga Puja. 

Phuchka/Gol Gappa

An extremely popular street snack, phuchka or gol gappa is a must-have, especially during Durga Puja. After all, who doesn’t love tangy and spicy Pani puri?

Kolkata Biryani

The aromatic and subtly spiced mutton or chicken biryani is everyone's favourite. And, the best part about having this delicacy is the browned potato that it comes with!

Egg Roll/Kathi Roll

Rolls are a Durga puja staple. Paranthas fried with a battered egg and filled with vegetables, chicken and onions is the perfect meal to have while pandal hopping.

Street Style Chowmein

Ditch the fancy restaurants and hog on the best street-style noodles tossed with tangy sauces and finely chopped vegetables. 

Bengali Sweets 

Pandal hopping would be incomplete without relishing the classic Bengali sweets like sondesh, rasgulla, rasmalai and kheer kadam among others. Try out for yourself and immerse in the sweet treats.

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