Traditional Indian Foods Gain Popularity with Creative Twists During 2026 Festivals
During the Navratri and Durga Puja festivals in 2026, traditional Indian foods saw renewed popularity, with Gen Z embracing creative twists like tiramisu rasgulla and fusion paan. Swiggy reported a 36.4% rise in traditional sweet orders, with rasgulla as the top sweet and sabudana dishes leading fasting meal orders. In Kolkata, dining out remained popular, with many restaurants experiencing double-digit growth, driven by themed menus and festive experiences. Overall, the festivals highlighted a blend of tradition and innovation in Indian festive cuisine.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (70–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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timesnow broke this story on 23 Oct, 08:21 am. Other outlets followed.