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2016-03-02

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Hidden Flavors of Pune

The post talk about the hidden delicacies of the city which will leave you craving!

A city that is renowned for the amazing weather and work conditions, Pune is one of the ideal cities in India. A peaceful town in the state of Maharashtra, it is also an industry-friendly city. It can also be seen as a the ultimate destination for the foodies of the world. In this article, I

I am going to introduce you with the hidden flavours of Pune which are not that popular otherwise but have the power to quench the thirst of your taste buds. So, next time you are in Pune, make sure to not to forget to step out to have a taste of the following 'hidden flavours' of this beautiful city and enjoy the food life here!

Sabudana Vada

Sabudana vada is also known as the sago vada in the local language. A crispy vada made out of Sabudana is fried in the desi ghee. Deep fried to maintain the crisp of the same, this is one of the things you would not regret doing in Pune. The golden fried tikki is served with a unique combo of the cucumber, crushed peanuts and the curd. Added to it is tasty chutney of raw green chilly accompanied by the garlic. Served on the Jungli Maharaj road in a small kiosk, a lot of the same gets over every 5 minutes. Hurry up before you miss it.

Garden Vada Pav Centre

If you are in Maharashtra and ignore the significance of the vada pav, you are surely mistaken. Pune is the destination to have the taste of the few of the best Vada Pavs in the country. One of the best and the most recognised vada pav centre in Pune is the JJ or the Garden Vada pav centre. It was started almost 4 decades back and since then, the taste and the quality have been retained till today even. They serve the vada pav with the filling of a hot green chutney. This is coated in between the vada and the pav. Prepared using the garlic, ginger and the green chillies, the delicious flavour has a plus point of being served in a hygienic environment.

Chicken Shawarma at Hite Bar

This one is for all the non-veg lovers in the town. The chicken shawarma is the Lebanese style food item rolled in the pita bread. Further garnished with the salad and the sauces, this dish is one of the reasons to be at Pune. Having the perfect dressing in an affordable price, this can be your evening snack and even the dinner based on your calorie intake. Take your chance and to visit the Hite Bar in Kondhwa, Pune.

Kalyan Bhel

If your taste buds are craving for the spicy treat, it is the time you turn to the Bhel from Kalyan. If we have to create a list of the top street food destinations, this will be on top in the city of Pune. Served with the layer of the tamarind topping on the Bhel Puri, the perfect mixture of the spicy chaats will reinvent the life of your taste buds. heavy to your stomach and light on the pocket, you will have an opportunity to choose from the options. That means, if you are a diet conscious person, you can have the dry Bhel as well!