25th March 2023 | Triveni Kala Sangam, New Delhi
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.
This session explored the role of street food in shaping travel experiences in India.
Moderator: Sourish Bhattacharya (Managing Editor, IANS)
Result: Highlighted street food as a powerful cultural connector for tourists, addressing vendor inclusion and sustainability.
Focused on the growing influence of digital storytelling and the responsibility that comes with it.
Moderator: Shreya Soni (Founder & CEO, The Ideas Lab)
Result: Conversation examined ethics, authenticity, and impact in food content.
| 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 |