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\u201cThere is no sincerer love than the love of food\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The above quote is from Irish Playwright George Bernard Shaw, and we suspect he must have been thinking of India, though he never said so aloud. For here, in this vast, fragrant mosaic of spices and simmering pots, food is not merely nourishment. It is folklore, memory, rebellion, poetry, and sometimes a gentle punch to the senses. Wander long enough through the by-lanes of this country, and you will inevitably discover the iconic Indian food destinations. Scattered across its length and breadth are less places and more living, breathing chapters of edible history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian street food, oh, that thrilling orchestra of sizzle and steam. It has a way of gripping you by the collar and insisting that you taste just one more thing. Aromas rise like stories carried by the wind; vendors call out like charming narrators; crowds gather like a reading circle around an open pot. In a land that continues to feature on the world\u2019s best food cities list, a humble paper plate or leaf bowl can feel like the finest China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have ever wished to eat your way across the subcontinent, to unravel Indiancuisine one delicious bite at a time. Allow us to guide you through seven iconic cities; each a culinary kingdom in itself, each deserving a place in the top 10 food city in India list, and together forming the dream trail for any pilgrim in search of the best food in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also Read: <\/strong>Indian Food Recipes by Region: Iconic Dishes with Recipes!<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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7 Cities \u2013 Top Indian Food Destinations for Street Food Lovers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These seven are the heartbeat of Indian cuisine, the ones you\u2019ll find in every Top 10 food city in India list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Mumbai \u2013 Where the Streets Never Stop Cooking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Mumbai is a mood and that mood usually smells like hot vada pav. The best eats in Mumbai aren\u2019t in five-stars but on the street with a nameless stalls squeezed between two buildings. If you\u2019re following the modern-day map of best Indian food, Mumbai earns its spot effortlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to Try in Mumbai:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n