Of Authentic Gujarati Delicacies...

Ahmedabad, as a city is slowly and steadily emerging as one of the notable entrepreneurial hubs in our country. It is gradually catching up with the so-called Metro cities of our country, namely Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata. Ahmedabad is also one of the most noted cities in the state of Gujarat, that being the state which gave us our current Prime Minister, Narendra Damodardas Modi.

Another point which adds to Ahmedabad's credibility as a city is its versatility when it comes to food. Ahmedabad possesses an unmatched potential to provide you with unique, yet appetizing delicacies. Where else in this country would you find a dish possessing a capability to pair the humble salty home-cooked lentils with sweet sugar, for one? Ahmedabad is easily at the heart of Gujarat when it comes to genuine, lip-smacking Gujarati delicacies, without a doubt.

If you ask me, I consider it to be the food capital of the state of Gujarat too. For me, it is just one spot behind the Maharashtrian capital, Mumbai, as far as my favorite places to eat, in West India are concerned. As I've said before, I fell in love with this place when I had first visited it in 2004. Of the authentic Gujarati cuisine, the Dhokla easily forms for my favorite snack, and the Ghevar emerges as my favorite sweet. There are many extraordinary restaurants in Ahmedabad, which prepare their dishes while maintaining the perfect balance of taste, quality, hygiene, and price.

I have a long list of my favorite places to eat in Ahmedabad. Some of them surprise me every single time, when they cook up my favorite delicacies with a homely touch to them. How I came to visit Ahmedabad so frequently is a different story altogether. One of the eateries in Ahmedabad comes really close to my pen friend's ability to cook authentic Gujarati delicacies of the likes of Khakra, Shrilkhand, Khandvi, Undhiyun Thepla and what not!

If you are a fan of authentic Gujarati cuisine like me, then Ahmedabad undoubtedly forms for your food haven to explore the best restaurants in Ahmedabad.

Of Ahmedabad And All Food, Gujarati!

Ahmedabad is the major business hub of Gujarat, endowed with all the basic amenities, which a commercial city must possess for its civilians to live and work smoothly . A Times of India publication adjudged Ahmedabad as the best city in India, in 2012, on the basis of its living facilities and safety standards. The GDP (gross domestic product) of Ahmedabad in 2014 was USD 64 billion which places it at the 105th pedestal in global ranking, and at the 7th pedestal as far as Indian cities are concerned.

Ahmedabad is situated on the banks of Sabarmati River.  Forbes has recognized Ahmedabad as among the fastest growing cities of the decade. The population of Ahmedabad is nearing six million and it is the second largest producer of cotton in India. I fell in love with this beautiful and serene place when I first visited it in 2004. For the first time, I had seen a city in India that was safe for women even during the late hours of the night. The Navrangpur Market and its nearby vicinity became my all-time favorite places to visit then and whenever I visited Ahmedabad in the future too.

Another significant point about Ahmedabad is its food. The Gujarati thali, dal-dhokli, dhokla, khandvi are just a few names among the long list of Gujarati delicacies. There are many excellent restaurants in Ahmedabad that are famous for providing you the best Gujarati food. Preparing good food with a certain consistency not only attracts new customers but also helps in sustaining existing customers. I fondly remember some of the best restaurants in Ahmedabad which I prefer to visit and dine at, every time I go to Ahmedabad. There is a fundamental concept love, brimming in the people of Ahmedabad about two things  – good Gujarati food and Dandia.

There are many ways to discover places to eat in Ahmedabad, but one thing to keep in mind is to have your own parameters to ascertain some of the delightful recipes in the best restaurants of Ahmedabad. This is because of two reasons – one, a lot of people from other corners of the country visit Ahmedabad on a regular basis for professional commitments. Some people may visit once and others may need to visit frequently as per their business requirements. I am sure that Ahmedabad has that capability of winning hearts irrespective of whether you visit once and never come back, or keep visiting frequently.