It’s that time of the year again, Ramadan is here. A holy month of fasting and prayer, people fast from sunrise to sunset. Refraining from food for a whole day is not easy. For people who are not fasting, this time of the year is the best. It’s a food fest all over, and we couldn’t be more happy about it. In Mumbai, Mohammed Ali Road is your one stop destination for all cravings. From kebabs to mouth watering desserts, this is the place to be during Ramadan. While is Pune, Azam Campus is where you’ll find all the food lovers united for satisfying their taste buds.
The main problem during a food fest is deciding what to eat. With so many choices available, you don’t know what to eat and where to go. During Ramadan, the food fest is in the most glorified form, leading to more confusion. To help you make good use of your tongue, we bring to you the delicacies to eat during Ramadan and where to find them –
1. Firni
A traditional rice pudding prepared with full cream, rice and sugar as it’s main ingredients, Firni is one of the must have delicacies in Ramadan. A whole day of fasting requires a dessert like this. Forget your Magnums and custards, a luscious meal deserves a beautiful end, and what’s better than a Firni? While most of us love mom’s homemade Firnis, there are some amazing places in Mumbai and Pune that provide lip smacking Firnis. Next time you’re craving, you’ll definitely want to get yourself one.
Where : Mumbai
Suleiman Mithaiwala
Where : Pune
Azam Campus
2. Khichda
Not to be confused with the boring Khichdi, this is one of the best things that can be made with rice. Adding lentils and blend of masalas, Khichda is a perfect dish for feasting after fasting. A plate of Khichda is was you need after fasting for the whole day, and even if you’re not, treat yourself. If you love spicy food and want the taste to be prominent in your mouth several minutes after eating, Khichda is your kinda dish. You can cook it at home too, but why waste time when you get delicious Khichdas around your place.
Where : Mumbai
Bade Miyan, Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar
Where : Pune
Azam Campus, Kasaur Baug
3. Malpua
Malpuas are absolutely tasty Indian pancakes dipped and coated with sugar syrup that’ll surely take you to another part of the world. This is when you miss mom the most, when it’s Ramadan time and she isn’t around to work her magic and make Malpuas. Don’t restrict yourself to eating them just this time of the year, Malpuas are to be enjoyed all year round. However, the best place to enjoy a delicious Malpua in Mumbai is Suleiman Mithaiwala. Witnessing them being made would make you want to jump into the kadai and have it all. Other good places to get them? Here’s where.
Where : Mumbai
Suleiman Mithaiwala
Where : Pune
New India Sweet House
4. Kebabs
Did someone say Kebab? Yes, Kebab. And because it’s Ramadan, more and more Kebabs. Let it rain Kebabs. I cannot stress this enough, but Kebabs are the second best thing to happen to us, after Beyonce. Who doesn’t love fried food? If you know anyone, you need to get rid of them. Nobody deserves that kind of negativity in life. They’re crispy, crunchy and full of taste, just how we like them. The best places to have scrumptious Kebabs in Mumbai and Pune and listed below.
Where : Mumbai
Bade Miyan, Nawab Bhai Kebabwala
Where : Pune
Azam Campus, Babajaan Chowk
5. Biryani
Hands down, Biryani is life. There’s no problem in the world a plate of Chicken/Mutton Biryani can’t solve. We are all so in love with it, that we go completely soundless when it’s in front of us, that’s what love really is, that right there. You know what will never betray you, cheat on you, call you names and hurt you? A plate of Biryani. During Ramadan when you can’t eat during the day, the sheer happiness of getting one in the evening is priceless. It’s like being united with your lover after so many hardships. Best places to have Biryani are many.
Where : Mumbai
Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar
Where : Pune
Fatima Nagar
Get on your way already!
