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A Week of Culinary Delights in Kolkata

Sunday, August 13: Discover Authentic Kolkata Flavors

Start your foodie adventure in Kolkata by exploring the bustling streets of New Market in the morning. Indulge in delicious street food like puchka (pani puri), kathi rolls, and jhal muri. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Indian Coffee House on College Street, known for its intellectual ambiance and serving lip-smacking snacks. For a memorable evening, head to Oh! Calcutta, a renowned restaurant offering a variety of traditional Bengali dishes.

  • New Market: Estimated cost - INR 200, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Indian Coffee House: Estimated cost - INR 300, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Oh! Calcutta: Estimated cost - INR 800, Time spent - 3 hours
Monday, August 14: Cultural Heritage and Culinary Fusion

Begin your day by visiting the iconic Victoria Memorial, an architectural masterpiece that showcases Kolkata's rich history. In the afternoon, explore the vibrant streets of Park Street, known for its diverse culinary scene. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at Peter Cat, famous for its Chelo Kebabs. In the evening, head to Flurys, an iconic tearoom offering delectable pastries and confections.

  • Victoria Memorial: Estimated cost - INR 200, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Peter Cat: Estimated cost - INR 800, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Flurys: Estimated cost - INR 500, Time spent - 2 hours
Tuesday, August 15: A Culinary Journey through Chinatown

Explore Kolkata's Chinatown in the morning, starting with the vibrant Tiretti Bazaar. Indulge in an authentic Chinese breakfast, including dumplings and noodles. In the afternoon, visit Territy Bazaar to savor Chinese-Indian fusion dishes like Chilli Chicken and Hakka Noodles. For dinner, head to Blue Poppy, a popular restaurant specializing in Tibetan cuisine.

  • Tiretti Bazaar: Estimated cost - INR 200, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Territy Bazaar: Estimated cost - INR 500, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Blue Poppy: Estimated cost - INR 800, Time spent - 3 hours
Wednesday, August 16: A Saunter through College Street

Embark on a cultural and gastronomic adventure in College Street. Begin your morning by exploring the bookstores and academic institutions this street is famous for. Enjoy a traditional Bengali breakfast at Paramount, known for its mouthwatering kochuri and cholar dal. For lunch, head to Mitra Cafe and savor their famous fish cutlet. Wrap up the day with a visit to Indian Coffee House on College Street.

  • College Street: Estimated cost - INR 100, Time spent - 4 hours
  • Paramount: Estimated cost - INR 300, Time spent - 1 hour
  • Mitra Cafe: Estimated cost - INR 400, Time spent - 1 hour
Thursday, August 17: Exploring the Food Paradise of Kolkata

Spend the morning at the vibrant Gariahat Market, known for its fresh produce and street food. Treat yourself to mouthwatering Bengali sweets like rosogolla and sandesh. In the afternoon, take a walk along the Howrah Bridge and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere. For dinner, try the iconic biryani at Arsalan, renowned for its flavorful preparation.

  • Gariahat Market: Estimated cost - INR 200, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Howrah Bridge: Free, Time spent - 1 hour
  • Arsalan: Estimated cost - INR 800, Time spent - 2 hours
Friday, August 18: Street Food Extravaganza

Start your day by exploring the vibrant streets of Park Circus, known for its lip-smacking street food. Indulge in kathi rolls, kebabs, and other delightful delicacies. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Nizam's Restaurant and relish their famous biryani. For dinner, head to Bohemian, a unique restaurant offering fusion cuisine blending Bengali and global flavors.

  • Park Circus: Estimated cost - INR 200, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Nizam's Restaurant: Estimated cost - INR 600, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Bohemian: Estimated cost - INR 1200, Time spent - 3 hours
Saturday, August 19: Flavors of Kolkata's Old City

Explore the narrow lanes of North Kolkata's old city in the morning, starting with a visit to Kumartuli, the famous clay idol-making hub. Afterward, indulge in a traditional Bengali breakfast at Putiram, known for its mouthwatering kachoris. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Indian Coffee House on College Street. For dinner, head to 6 Ballygunge Place and experience the flavors of traditional Bengali cuisine.

  • Kumartuli: Free, Time spent - 2 hours
  • Putiram: Estimated cost - INR 200, Time spent - 1 hour
  • Indian Coffee House: Estimated cost - INR 300, Time spent - 2 hours
  • 6 Ballygunge Place: Estimated cost - INR 1000, Time spent - 3 hours

Hidden Gems and Local Favorites

For a unique culinary experience, don't miss out on trying the delectable puchka at Vivekananda Park or the mouthwatering kathi rolls at Kusum Rolls in South Kolkata. If you're looking for a sweet treat, try the iconic Mishti Doi (sweet yogurt) at Balaram Mullick & Radharaman Mullick in Bhowanipore. Another hidden gem is the boi para (book neighborhood) of College Street, where you can find quaint tea stalls serving refreshing masala chai.

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