Apart from rich natural beauty and historic sites, the land of Dooars is also popular among tourists for its offering of rich and tasty delicacies. Being home to numerous tribes and communities and sharing land boundaries with Bhutan and Assam, Dooars offers a blend of cuisines that reflects major dishes from all its nearby places. From freshly prepared fish curries to the unique taste of Ema Datshi, the region offers unique foods that are sure to fulfil all of your cravings.
One of the most popular dishes of Northeast India, momo is a kind of wheat dumpling filled with a mixture of perfectly seasoned vegetables and minced meats that are steamed and served with a variety of condiments.
Located on the bank of river beds, fish are the part of staple diet and therefore offer a wide variety of dish curries each made with unique cooking methods and a distinct taste.
Bamboo shoots are one of the most consumed dishes of this region they are made from tender bamboo shoots and are mostly cooked alongside vegetables and local spices often served with rice.
Puri Bhaji is the popular dish of Dooars that is mostly prepared using deep-fried wheat bread accompanied by a Bhaji or a vegetable curry made from a mixture of potatoes, tomatoes, onions and local spices. This is the traditional dish of Dooars and is consumed on a daily basis.
Dry fish pickles are the signature dish of the Dooars that are prepared using dried fish that are marinated and preserved with a blend of local spices that offer unique flavours and are mostly served with every meal.