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India’s culinary heritage has received global recognition as six cities—Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Hyderabad, and Amritsar—feature in TasteAtlas’ Best Food Cities in the World 2026 list. With Mumbai ranked 5th globally, the announcement highlights India’s diverse food culture, from street snacks to royal cuisines, now celebrated worldwide.
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India’s food culture has long captivated global audiences, but now entire cities are being recognized for their culinary excellence. TasteAtlas’ 2026 rankings place six Indian cities among the world’s top 100 food destinations, underscoring the country’s rich gastronomic diversity.
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Mumbai: Ranked 5th globally, celebrated for its vibrant street food and cosmopolitan flavors.
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Delhi: Famous for its bustling chaat lanes and Mughlai heritage.
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Kolkata: Known for sweets like rosogolla and fish delicacies.
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Lucknow: Revered for Awadhi cuisine, especially kebabs and biryanis.
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Hyderabad: Globally recognized for its biryani legacy.
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Amritsar: Celebrated for hearty Punjabi dishes and the iconic Amritsari kulcha.
This recognition not only cements India’s place on the global food map but also reflects how regional traditions and street-side innovations are shaping international culinary conversations.
Sources: Moneycontrol, News9Live, Times of India
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