BENGALI CUISINE

Shaped by the fertile river plains of the Ganges delta, West Bengal's regional food traditions is celebrated for its love of fish, rice, and subtle spices. 

Bengali cooking focuses on balance, fragrance, and the natural flavour of ingredients. Spices such as cumin, fennel, nigella, fenugreek, and mustard seeds are frequently combined in the famous panch phoron ("five-spice") blend.

What dishes to try at Masala Zone from Bengal as part of the Grand Trunk Road Odyssey?

• Street food such as Beetroot Chop, a Kolkata-style snack, and Chittagong Fish Croquettes, inspired by the Anglo-Bengal cuisine in the days of the Mog cooks. 
•  A luxurious tasting curry, Calcutta Chicken Chop, as well as a celebratory speciality, Bengali Wedding Fish Curry, traditionally served at weddings, and decadent Dhaka Prawn in a rich, flavourful sauce. 

The GTR menu runs until 7 September. BOOK NOW