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4-day Foodie Itinerary in Goa - September 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit the Mapusa Market
    30 minutes (10.5 miles) from Goa International Airport

    Morning: Mapusa Market is a bustling bazaar that sells everything from spices to fresh seafood. It’s the perfect place to start your culinary adventure in Goa. Enjoy a cup of chai and local snacks such as bhaji, aloo paratha, and samosas. Afternoon: Explore the market's fresh produce section where you can find exotic fruits and vegetables like jackfruits, rambutans, and okra. Evening: Indulge in Goan cuisine at Vinayak Family Restaurant, located just outside the market. Try their mouth-watering fish thali or prawn curry with rice.

  2. Day 2: Visit the Latin Quarter of Panaji
    30 minutes (11.3 miles) from Mapusa Market

    Morning: Walk around the charming Latin Quarter of Panaji, also known as Fontainhas, and admire the colourful Portuguese-style houses. Stop by Cafe Bodega and start your day with a delicious breakfast of croissants and coffee. Afternoon: Visit Viva Panjim and try their signature fish cutlets and bebinca, a traditional Goan dessert. Evening: Visit the Black Sheep Bistro for a fine dining experience and try their fusion Goan cuisine like prawn risotto and pork belly.

  3. Day 3: Visit the Spice Plantations and a Goan Vineyard
    1 hour 30 minutes (40 miles) from Panaji Latin Quarters

    Morning: Take a guided tour of the Sahakari Spice Farm and learn about different spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and pepper. Afternoon: Head to the Big Foot Goa and enjoy a traditional Goan thali. Later, visit the nearby Sula Vineyards and learn about the winemaking process and indulge in wine tasting. Evening: Grab dinner at Vinanti Restaurant and try their seafood dishes like crab masala and pomfret recheado.

  4. Day 4: Visit the Beaches of South Goa
    1 hour 30 minutes (32.5 miles) from Sula Vineyards

    Morning: Head to the Colva Beach and indulge in a hearty breakfast of poha, pav bhaji, and chai at Joet's Cafe. Afternoon: Visit the nearby Betalbatim Beach and try the local fish fry. Evening: Visit Martin's Corner and try their famous seafood platter and Goan sausages. End your culinary adventure in Goa with a refreshing glass of feni, a local alcoholic drink.

Recommendations

Visit the Dudhsagar Falls, take a cooking class to learn how to cook Goan dishes, and try the famous pork vindaloo at Goa's oldest restaurant, Cafe Venite. Take a day trip to the picturesque village of Aldona and explore the Aldona Archaeological Museum and the Corjuem Fort. To maximize your fun, rent a bike or scooter and explore the unexplored areas of Goa and its hidden foodie gems.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mapusa Market (2-3 hours, Rs. 500-700)
  • Vinayak Family Restaurant (1-2 hours, Rs. 400-600)
  • Cafe Bodega (1-2 hours, Rs. 300-500)
  • Viva Panjim (1-2 hours, Rs. 400-600)
  • Black Sheep Bistro (2-3 hours, Rs. 800-1200)
  • Sahakari Spice Farm (2-3 hours, Rs. 400-600)
  • Big Foot Goa (2-3 hours, Rs. 500-700)
  • Sula Vineyards (2-3 hours, Rs. 1000-1500)
  • Vinanti Restaurant (1-2 hours, Rs. 500-800)
  • Joet's Cafe (1-2 hours, Rs. 300-500)
  • Betalbatim Beach (2-3 hours, Rs. 500-800)
  • Martin's Corner (2-3 hours, Rs. 800-1200)
  • Total Estimated Costs (11-16 hours, Rs. 6000-9000)
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