Dharwad is a beautiful place to try out some delicious foods.
Dharwad is a city in the Indian state of Karnataka, located in the northwestern region of the country. It is located 430 kilometers (270 mi) northwest of Bangalore, on NH-48, between Bangalore and Pune, and has an area of 213 km2 (82 sq mi). Dharwad is known as an education hub and is home to many well-known authors and poets such as D. R. Bendre, Girish Karnad, Patil Puttappa, and Sudha Murthy to name a few.
Here are ten foods to try during your visit to Dharwad:
1. Dharwad Pedha
Dharwad Pedha(Peda) is one of the famous sweet delicacies of Karnataka. Many say that it was started by the Thakur Family who migrated from Uttar Pradesh during the plague in the early 19th century. One of their members Ram Ratan Singh started making and selling these pedhas. It was prepared from the milk of Dharwadi Buffaloes. His grandson Babu Singh Thakur started expanding their business in Line Bazaar street of Dharwad and soon was known as “Line Bazaar Pedha”. What started as a single outlet today has over 25 outlets spread across Karnataka. It is a must-try food in Dharwad.
Restaurants where you can try – Takhur Pedha, Mishra Pedha
2. Girmit
Girmit is very popular street food in North Karnataka. It is generally a snack in the evening along with delicious Mirchi-Bhajjis or Pakoras for many Kannadigas. It is prepared from puffed rice or churmuri or murmura along with spicy masala similar to that of Poha.
Restaurants where you can try – LEA Canteen, Rajasthani Girmit
3. Rotti Oota
Just like Cafe’s are famous these days, Khanavali’s are famous for Desi/Tradition South Indian Food. Here you get Rotti Oota which is a treat for all foodies. The typical menu of a Kanhavali is as follows:
- Roti
- Bhajji/Curry – 2 types
- White Rice & Sambar/Rasam
- Curd/Butter Milk
- Papad
- Mango/Lemon Pickle
- Chutney Powder (Groundnut)
- Salad – Cucumber, Onion, Palak
- Holige(sweet)
Restaurants where you can try – Prabhu Khanavali, Basaveshawara Khanavali
4. Thuppad Avalakki
Thuppad avalakki or Ghee poha is a very easy and tasty recipe prepared using ghee and thin beaten rice. You can serve this as a breakfast item or in the evening as snacks. It is very famous in Mangalore-Udupi and North Karnataka regions.
Restaurants where you can try – LEA Canteen
5. Egg Rice
Egg Rice is a filling and nutritious dish that combines the benefits of eggs and rice. A great recipe for all the eggetarian lovers who want to eat healthy and delicious food. Gravy or a bit of tomato sauce is generally served with egg rice in Dharwad. Don’t forget to add the raw chopped onions on the top before you eat.
Sai Fast Food is known for the famous chutney which is served with egg rice and is one of the best in Dharwad. Parvati fast food has one of the best egg fried rice in Dharwad which has more Chinese flavor.
Restaurants where you can try – Sai Fast Food, Sri Parvati Fast Food
6. Pineapple Shira
Pineapple Shira, commonly known as Kesari Bath, is a famous sweet in North Karnataka made with pineapple, sugar, ghee, Rava, and nuts. It is generally eaten with Upma and is also served as dessert.
The Bombay restaurant located in the market of Dharwad is famous for this Pineapple Shira.
Restaurants where you can try – Bombay Restaurant
7. Bhajji, Mirchi, Pakoda
The famous Paul Canteen is famous for snacks in Dharwad. It is one of the oldest canteens started in 1983 and is situated in Vidyagiri.
Mirchi, Pakoda, and different types of bhajji are available here and are generally loved by the people with Girmit(puffed rice mixed with masala)
Restaurants where you can try – LEA Canteen, Paul’s Canteen
8. Dosa
Dosa is one of the most popular dishes in South India. Egg Dosa and Davangere Benne Dosa are two famous types of Dosa’s especially in Karnataka. Egg Dosa is served with Aloo Sabji and Red Chilli Chutney.
Davanagere Benne Dosa, as the name suggests, is originated from Davanagere and is served with Coconut Chutney and Aloo Sabji.
Restaurants where you can try – Davanagere Benne Dosa, Paul’s Canteen
9. Masala Uppit
Rava, onions, and spices are used to make masala rava upma, a classic Indian breakfast meal. It’s filling, nutritious, and just takes a few minutes to prepare. Various types of masalas are used to change the taste and make masala upma more delicious for everyone.
Restaurants where you can try – Devi Restaurant
10. Masala Tea
Amrut Salagar Cha is a famous tea/coffee shop near YS Colony. There are some delicious cookies, hot chips, and puffs that you can have with the hot beverage.
Restaurants where you can try – Amruth Salagar Cha
There are various such foods you must try in Dharwad. So keep exploring the beautiful places and hotels in Dharwad.
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