Pahalgam travel guide

Kashmiri wazwan

The complete traditional wazwan feast experience—available at specific Srinagar restaurants on Kashmir Wazwan Day (Friday) or at hotel restaurants offering the full experience; 7-15 course versions of the traditional feast are available for visitors

Trout fish

Himachal's mountain stream delicacy—rainbow trout farmed in the crystal Beas, Ravi and Spiti rivers; pan-fried with minimal seasoning to preserve the clean flavor; trout farms in Kullu, Manali and Tirthan Valley sell directly; the freshwater taste is completely pure

Noon chai

Kashmir's iconic pink salty tea—the baking soda and vigorous stirring technique turns the green tea pink; salted and milk-enriched; Kashmiris drink it at breakfast with kulcha bread; the salt-sweet balance is an acquired taste that becomes impossible to forget

Kahwa

Kashmir's ceremonial spiced green tea—prepared in a traditional copper samovar with saffron, cardamom and almonds; the brass samovar keeps it warm throughout the day; central to every Kashmiri home's hospitality ritual; served to guests without exception

Kebabs

Delhis Mughal culinary legacy—seekh, boti, shammi, galouti and kakori kebabs from Old Delhi's narrow food lanes; Karim's near Jama Masjid has been charcoal-grilling kebabs for over a century; the smoke and crowds are part of the experience