Divya Delhi: Lucknow, also referred to as the City of Nawabs, holds a dominant position in Awadhi cuisine. Lucknow's rich cuisine, from kebab and korma to biryani and sweets, is irresistible. UNESCO's Creative Cities Network (UCCN) gastronomy award has shortlisted Lucknow, prompting the city to celebrate its rich culinary tradition.

The Divisional Commissioner of Lucknow, Roshan Jacob, said the Indian government has proposed the city's name for this distinguished title. We must offer further data by June's end, after which UNESCO may visit to verify our claims. Foodies from India and outside have long raved over the state capital's Awadhi cuisine. The city has an unending variety of wonderful food to satisfy your taste buds "said. Mumbai-based expert Abha Narain Lambah helped compile Lucknow's gastronomic history dossier. The Uttar Pradesh Department of Culture and Tourism oversees everything.

You might think the state capital is mainly known for Tunday and Kakori Kebab, but the nomination promotes vegetarian dishes like Bajpai ki Puri and Durga Ke Khaste. Lucknow's sweets, like motichur ke laddu, malai paan, jalebi, and imarti, are very popular.

Lucknow Special Eats

Tunday Kebab: Lucknowites recommend these melt-in-your-mouth minced meat kebabs first. They may be Lucknow's best non-veg dish.

Another delicious dish is Awadhi Biryani. This delicate dish has marinated beef and fragrant grains. Chaat and Street Foods: Lucknow's street food culture delights vegetarians and street food lovers with pani ke batashe and basket chaat.

Khasta, Kachauri, and Bajpai Ki Puri: These crispy snacks are essential for evening and teatime snacking.

Sweets: This city's sweets must be tried. Lucknow has wonderful malai paan, jalebi, motichur ke laddu, and imarti with rabri.