Begin your culinary adventure in Goa with a visit to Panaji Market, one of the oldest and busiest markets in the region. Explore the myriad of vendors offering fresh seafood, spices and local produce for your culinary experimentation. After immersing in the hustle and bustle of the market, check out the street food vendors surrounding the market to try some local delicacies. Highlights include beef samosas, pork vindaloo, and chouricos pão (Portuguese sausage in bread). Finish off your day with the traditional dessert Bebinca from the nearby Caramel Sweet Store.
Take a scenic two-hour drive to Sahakari Spice Farm, where you can discover the spices and herbs that make Goan cuisine remarkable. Witness the cultivation of spices such as cardamom, black pepper, vanilla, and nutmeg. After a relaxing nature walk, relish in a traditional Goan thali lunch at the farm. Drive down to Gunpowder for dinner, an authentic Indo-Portuguese restaurant in Assagao. Try their signature dishes like Bacon Bombil Fry, Prawn Masala Fry, Sorpotel and the traditional Sanna buns.
An ideal way to conclude a trip to Goa would be to hit up the beach shacks and the bars that open up to the pleasant breeze of the palm trees. Baga Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Goa, with an array of options for leisure and dining. Sip on cocktails and catch a live band performance at Britto's Bar and Restaurant, tucked away in a secluded cove. Visit Pousada By The Beach for unconventional tipples along with fusion cuisine. Drop by for signature dishes such as Calamari Chilli Fry, Goan Prawn Curry and the Yetti Sukhe. Cap off your night with a slice of Blueberry Cheesecake from Cafe Mangii.
If you have extra time, explore the quaint cafes on the streets of Fontainhas, Panaji's Latin Quarter. For history lovers, visit the 400-year-old Fort Aguada, which has a beautiful view of the Arabian Sea. If you have less time, consolidate Day 1 and Day 2 into one day, skipping the beholding and the relaxed lunch.