7-Day Goa Foodie Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Mapusa Market
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Dabolim Airport

    Explore the bustling Mapusa Market, tasting local delicacies such as xacuti spice mix, bebinca, and cashew feni.

  2. Day 2: Martin's Corner
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    1 hour (20 miles) from Mapusa Market

    Indulge in traditional Goan cuisine such as prawn balchao, fish recheado, and pork vindaloo at Martin's Corner.

  3. Day 3: Spice Plantations in Ponda
    50 minutes (15 miles) from Martin's Corner

    Visit spice plantations in Ponda to learn about various spices and herbs commonly used in Goan cooking.

  4. Day 4: Mum's Kitchen
    1 hour 20 minutes (30 miles) from Ponda

    Taste authentic Goan dishes made from family recipes at Mum's Kitchen.

  5. Day 5: Divar Island
    50 minutes (12 miles) from Mum's Kitchen

    Take a ferry to Divar Island and try local seafood dishes at Venite's restaurant.

  6. Day 6: Viva Panjim
    1 hour (25 miles) from Divar Island

    Enjoy Goan and Portuguese fusion dishes such as rissois and vindaloo pizza amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Viva Panjim.

  7. Day 7: The Black Sheep Bistro
    1 hour 15 minutes (30 miles) from Viva Panjim

    Wrap up your foodie trip to Goa with a visit to The Black Sheep Bistro, known for its innovative takes on traditional Goan dishes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mapusa Market (2 hours, free entry)
  • Martin's Corner (2 hours, INR 800 for two)
  • Spice Plantations in Ponda (3 hours, INR 400 per person)
  • Mum's Kitchen (2 hours, INR 1500 for two)
  • Divar Island (3 hours, INR 1000 for ferry and meal for two)
  • Viva Panjim (2 hours, INR 1200 for two)
  • The Black Sheep Bistro (2 hours, INR 2000 for two)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7850 for two people

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a cooking class to learn about Goan recipes. Alternatively, for a shorter trip, you can skip Divar Island or the spice plantations.

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