Festivals Guide

FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites | Guide for Nabobarsha 2024

By Pamela Nandi | Apr 14, 2024
Marking the Bengali New Year on April 14, Poila Baisakh brings vibrant celebrations, traditions, and indulgence in quintessential Bengali cuisine.

FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites | Guide for Durga Puja 2023

By Pamela Nandi | Oct 21, 2023
Kolkata comes alive during Durga Puja, where food—from street bites to bhog—takes center stage across five vibrant days of celebration.

FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites | Guide for Nabobarsha 2023

By Pamela Nandi | Apr 14, 2023
‘Esho He Baisakh’—welcoming Poila Baisakh with traditions, festive spirit, and indulgence in rich, authentic Bengali delicacies.

FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites | Guide for Durga Puja 2022

By Pamela Nandi | Sep 28, 2022
The homecoming of the goddess during Durga Puja blends emotion, joy, and indulgent feasts, celebrating a rich culinary journey.

FOODAHOLIC’S Guide for Nababorsho 2022

By Pamela Nandi | Apr 15, 2022
As the ‘City of Joy’ celebrates Poila Baisakh, indulge in delightful festive meals curated by talented chefs.

FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites | Guide for Durga Puja 2021

By Pamela Nandi | Oct 11, 2021
As the ‘City of Joy’ celebrates Poila Baisakh, indulge in delightful festive meals curated by talented chefs.

FOODAHOLIC’S Guide for Nababorsho 2021

By Pamela Nandi | Apr 13, 2021
Celebrate Poila Baisakh in true bangaliana with nostalgic feasts—from kosha mangsho and chingri malai curry to biryani, paturi, and indulgent Bengali mishtis.

FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites |Guide for DURGA PUJA 2019

By Pamela Nandi | Oct 05, 2019
With festive fervour at its peak during Durga Puja, Kolkata comes alive with indulgent food—from street delights to traditional bhog.

FOODAHOLIC’S Guide for NABABORSHO 2019

By Pamela Nandi | Apr 15, 2019
Celebrate Poila Baisakh in true bangaliana with festive flavours across Kolkata’s eateries—here’s a curated list of must-visit spots this Nabobarsha.

FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites |Guide for DURGA PUJA 2018

By Pamela Nandi | Oct 13, 2018
The city gears up for Durga Puja, celebrating Goddess Durga’s homecoming and the return of Bengalis worldwide.

Food Guide | Durga Pujo, 2018

By Pamela Nandi | Oct 05, 2018
Kolkata comes alive during Durga Puja, where food—from street delights to bhog—defines five vibrant days of celebration; here’s a curated list of must-visit eateries.