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Darjeeling Foodie Itinerary for July 2023

  1. Day 1: Breakfast at Keventer's
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Darjeeling Railway Station

    Start your foodie journey in Darjeeling with a hearty breakfast at Keventer's. Established in 1928, Keventer's is a vintage cafe that serves delicious breakfast items like bacon and eggs, pancakes, and waffles. Sip on a cup of hot Darjeeling tea while enjoying the view of the stunning Kanchenjunga mountain range. For the afternoon, head to the Happy Valley Tea Estate for a tour of the tea factory and a tea tasting session. For the evening, grab some momos and thukpa from Kunga Restaurant, a local favourite.

  2. Day 2: Glenary's Bakery
    15 minutes (1.9 miles) from Happy Valley Tea Estate

    Start your day at Glenary's Bakery, which has been serving freshly baked goods since 1911. Try the fluffy croissants, apple strudel, and the Darjeeling tea cake. For the afternoon, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Museum to learn about mountaineering history and see exhibits on the local flora and fauna. For the evening, head to the Park Restaurant for some authentic Tibetan food.

  3. Day 3: Tibetan Breakfast at Sonam's Kitchen
    8 minutes (0.5 miles) from Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Museum

    Start your day with a delicious Tibetan breakfast at Sonam's Kitchen. Try the thenthuk and shabalay, traditional Tibetan dishes that will fill you up for the day ahead. For the afternoon, head to the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Station to take a joyride on the famous toy train. For the evening, visit the Glenburn Tea Estate for a sunset tea tasting session and a tour of the tea factory.

  4. Day 4: Lunch at Gatty's Cafe
    30 minutes (8.6 miles) from Glenburn Tea Estate

    Start your day by taking a scenic drive to Gatty's Cafe, which serves some of the best food in Darjeeling. Try the pork ribs and the beef stroganoff, both of which are cooked to perfection. For the afternoon, visit the Mahakal Temple, a popular Hindu temple that offers stunning views of the valley below. For the evening, head to the Nathmull's Tea Junction for a tea tasting session and to buy some of the best tea in Darjeeling to take back home.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, the Batasia Loop, and the Japanese Peace Pagoda. For side trips, consider visiting Tiger Hill to see the sunrise over the Himalayas or taking a trek to Sandakphu. To maximize your fun, try some local street food like Chowmein and Aloo Dum, and don't forget to bring back some Darjeeling tea as a souvenir.

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