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7-Day "Foodie" Itinerary for Gangtok, July 2023

  1. Day 1: Taste of Local Flavors
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Gangtok city center

    Start your foodie adventure with breakfast at Cafe Fiction, offering traditional Tibetan dishes with a western twist. For lunch, head to Roll House for delicious momos and the best thukpa in Gangtok. In the evening, take in the views of the city at the Taste of Tibet rooftop restaurant while savoring their authentic thali.

  2. Day 2: Exploring the Markets
    20 minutes (2.5 miles) from Cafe Fiction

    Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Baker's Cafe before heading to the bustling Lal Bazaar where you can find an array of local food stalls. Grab a quick bite of the famous Sikkimese sausage, then head to MG Marg for some shopping and lunch at the local favorite, Taste of Tibet. End your day with authentic Nepali cuisine at The Square.

  3. Day 3: Himalayan Adventure
    30 minutes (3.8 miles) from The Square

    Begin your day with an energizing breakfast at The Coffee Shop before embarking on a hike to Ganesh Tok. On your way back, stop at Cafe Tibet for their delicious yak cheese pizza. End your day with dinner at Gangtok's first microbrewery, The Local Brewery.

  4. Day 4: Divine Cuisine
    15 minutes (1.9 miles) from The Local Brewery

    Start your day with breakfast at Cafe Thapa before visiting the Enchey Monastery. For lunch, head to the Rumtek Monastery, where you can enjoy authentic Tibetan food and tea. End your day with dinner at Parivar Restaurant, which offers a wide range of Indian cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Farm-to-Table Experience
    25 minutes (3.2 miles) from Parivar Restaurant

    Start your day with breakfast at Taste of Tibet before heading to the farm-to-table restaurant, Tara's Organic Kitchen. Enjoy the serene ambiance while indulging in their fresh and organic dishes. For dinner, try The Square's farm-to-table menu.

  6. Day 6: Fusion Flavors
    20 minutes (2.5 miles) from Tara's Organic Kitchen

    Start your day with breakfast at The Coffee Shop before heading to Gangtok's first fusion restaurant, The Dragon Wok. Indulge in their Chinese-Indian fusion dishes. For dinner, head to the Gangtok Brewery for their unique beer-infused dishes.

  7. Day 7: Sweet Endings
    15 minutes (1.9 miles) from Gangtok Brewery

    Start your day with breakfast at Art Cafe before indulging in some sweets at Baker's Cafe. Try their homemade cakes and pastries. End your foodie adventure with dinner at Taste of Tibet, where you can indulge in their famous butter tea and sweet dishes.

Recommendations

If you're looking for a side trip, consider a visit to the nearby town of Namchi, known for its beautiful monasteries and stunning views of the Himalayas. You can also take a day trip to Tsomgo Lake or visit the Nathu La Pass for a glimpse of the Indo-China border. To maximize your fun, try taking a cooking class to learn how to make momos or thukpa. Don't forget to try the local beer at Gangtok Brewery and sample the street food at Lal Bazaar.

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