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Bryan Adams recently landed in Kolkata to kickstart his India leg of the So Happy It Hurts tour. Here are seven dishes that you must try if you are in the city for the concert.
The Kathi Roll is one of Kolkata’s most loved street food.
Grammy Award-winning singer Bryan Adams recently landed in India. The singer arrived in India to kickstart his India leg of the So Happy It Hurts tour. He will perform in Kolkata on December 8 and mark his return to the country after six years.
In case you happen to be in Kolkata to witness the magical voice behind Summer Of ’69, then here are seven of the most iconic dishes that you must try in the City Of Joy.
- 1. Macher Jhol
A classic Bengali dish, Macher Jhol is a light, aromatic fish curry made with fresh fish like katla or ruhi, simmered in a tangy, mustard-based gravy with spices like turmeric, ginger, and green chilies. It is best enjoyed with steamed rice.
- 2. Shorshe Ilish
The Hilsa fish is a prized Bengali delicacy. Cooked in a rich mustard sauce, the flavours of mustard oil, mustard paste, and green chilies elevate this dish.
- 3. Aloo Posto
This vegetarian delight features boiled potatoes cooked in a paste of poppy seeds and flavored with green chilies and mustard oil. The simplicity of this dish makes it a comforting part of Bengali cuisine.
- 4. Kathi Roll
Kolkata’s favourite street food, the kathi roll is a wrap that is filled with spicy paneer, chicken, mutton, eggs, or vegetables. This snack is versatile and is perfect for those looking for a quick indulgence in the city.
- 5. Luchi & Cholar Dal
This vegetarian combination is often seen as a breakfast item or is served during festivals and weddings. The cholar dal can also be paired with a classic Bengali-style aloo dum for a more comforting and filling meal.
- 6. Shukto
This traditional Bengali mixed vegetable dish combines the slight bitterness of the karela and balances it with a medley of other vegetables like potatoes, eggplant, and drumsticks, all cooked in a mustard paste. It is lightly spiced and best enjoyed with rice.
7. Nolen Gur Rasgulla
Made out of date palm jaggery, this is more indulgent than the classic white rasgulla. The beautiful texture of chhena comes out well when paired with jaggery.
