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Test of taste: Lucknow makes it to UNESCO list of ‘city of gastronomy’

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November 02, 2025

UNESCO has included Lucknow in the list of Creative Cities Network under the ‘gastronomy' category, a global recognition of the Lakhnavi platter replete with flavours of cuisine quintessential to the city's regal legacy.

- NAMITA BAJPAI @ Lucknow

The UP capital happens to be the second Indian city after Hyderabad-nominated in 2019to make it to the coveted list. The honour holds extra significance as it comes at a time when Lucknow is celebrating 250 years as the capital city of Awadh. A statement from UNESCO said that it has included 58 new creative cities to mark the World Cities Day 2025. The announcement was made during the 43rd ses

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