Celebrating Diverse Food Culture

The 2nd edition of the Delhi Food Awards, held on 25th March 2023 at Triveni Kala Sangam, was a celebration of Delhi’s diverse and ever-evolving food culture, curated by Delhi Food Walks, a platform dedicated to showcasing India’s street and regional cuisines through immersive experiences and content.

Rooted in Delhi Food Walks’ larger mission of promoting socio-cultural identities through food, the awards honoured street food vendors, local eateries, and culinary entrepreneurs who form the backbone of the city’s food ecosystem.

By recognising authenticity, heritage, and grassroots innovation, the Delhi Food Awards play an important role in giving visibility and dignity to unsung food heroes, while encouraging responsible food tourism and the preservation of local culinary traditions.

In-Depth Panel Discussions

Street Food and Tourism

This session explored the role of street food in shaping travel experiences in India.

Moderator: Sourish Bhattacharya (Managing Editor, IANS)

  • Maniksha Bakshi - Manager at Delhi Tourism
  • Harish Mathur - EC Member of IATO
  • Chef Udit Maheswari - Amaltas – Tapas & Bar
  • Soity Banerjee - Project Editor at Outlook Responsible Tourism Initiative

Result: Highlighted street food as a powerful cultural connector for tourists, addressing vendor inclusion and sustainability.

Responsible Content Creation in Food

Focused on the growing influence of digital storytelling and the responsibility that comes with it.

Moderator: Shreya Soni (Founder & CEO, The Ideas Lab)

  • Anubhuti Krishna - Writer
  • Sameer Bawa - Senior Management Professional & Food Connoisseur
  • Vanshika Bhatia - Chef & Co-founder of The Petite Pie Shop
  • Bhavna Rao - Food Entrepreneur

Result: Conversation examined ethics, authenticity, and impact in food content.

2023 Winners

Category Winner
Best Paratha Moolchand Paratha, Lajpat Nagar
Best Chole Bhature Nand Di Hatti, Chandni Chowk
Best Chaat Raju Chaat Bhandar, Bharat Nagar
Best Samosa Shri Bankey Bihari Samosa Waley, Paharganj
Best Chole Kulche Lotan Ji, Chawri Bazaar
Best Momos Dolma Aunty, Lajpat Nagar
Best Nahari Javed Ki Famous Nahari, Zakir Nagar
Best Lassi Radhey Shyam Lassi Wale, Paharganj
Best Seekh Kebab Qureshi Kebab Corner, Jama Masjid
Best Kulfi Kuremal Mahavir Prasad Kulfi Wale, Sitaram Bazaar
Best Biryani Rustic Kitchen, Lajpat Nagar
Best Mithai Chaina Ram Sindhi Halwai, Chandni Chowk
Best Omelette Khan Omelette Corner, Katra Baryan
Best Chicken Tikka Aslam Chicken, Jama Masjid
Best Kachori Fateh Ki Kachori, Civil Lines
Best Rajma Chawal Jain Chawal Wale, Connaught Place
Best Bedmi Poori Shiv Mishtaan Bhandar, Chandni Chowk
Best Nagori Halwa Shyam Sweets, Chawri Bazaar
Best Chaap Veerji Malai Chaap Wale, Geeta Colony
Best Chai Zahra Restaurant & Café, Jamia Nagar
Woman Street Food Entrepreneur of 2023 Tenzin Chokey
Hall Of Fame Pt. Gaya Prasad Shiv Charan Parathe Wale
Trailblazer Food Entrepreneurs of 2023 Sharmistha Ghosh & Bhavna Rao

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