Chennai Trip Overview
Explore the streets of Sowcarpet, one of the oldest markets in Chennai
Sample the best local street food from some of the oldest names in this business
Listen to stories of local life and customs
Additional Info
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Chennai, India
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Dining Experiences
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Explore the streets of Sowcarpet, one of the oldest markets in Chennai
Sample the best local street food from some of the oldest names in this business
Listen to stories of local life and customs
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to explore the streets of Sowcarpet, one of the oldest markets in the city for a scrumptious small-group food tour. Walk along your local guide through the market sampling the best local street food and listening the fascinating stories and great food that will catch your attention on a trail that’s best experienced on an empty stomach! In this 2.5-hour tour, you will see how a morsel of food can hide stories of ways of life and learn with the stories of people and their passion for food, local food fetishes, and of jealously guarded secret recipes.
Sample Menu
• Thattu idli – Steamed rice cakes the size of a plate, laden with ghee, served with hot sambar and chutneys