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Monsoon Delights: Comfort Food, Tradition, and the Joy of Rain
The Daily Guardian
|July 23, 2025
If monsoon had a drink, it would undoubtedly be chai. There's nothing more satisfying than a hot cup of masala tea as the rain pours outside. Spiced with ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, chai warms the body and soothes the senses. Every home has its own recipe, and every region offers a variation—from cutting chai in Mumbai to noon chai in Kashmir.
As the first raindrops touch the parched earth, the air fills with the scent of petrichor and nostalgia. Monsoon in India is more than a season—it's a comforting emotional shift. It brings not only respite from the heat but also a longing for warm, soulful food. Across regions, the rains revive some cherished culinary culture rich in tradition, spice, and simplicity, offering comfort in every hot, steaming bite.
STREET FOOD AND THE JOY OF SHARED BITES
One of the most iconic images of Indian monsoon is of people gathered around a roadside tea stall or chaat counter, umbrellas folded, munching on spicy pakoras, samosas, or vada pav. These snacks are quick, hot, and immensely satisfying.
Pakoras, made with onions, potatoes, spinach, or chillies dipped in gram flour batter and deep fried, are perhaps the most beloved monsoon snack.
Bhutta (roasted corn), served with lemon and masala, is a seasonal classic, especially enjoyed near lakes, hill stations, or city parks.
Vada Pav in Maharashtra, Mirchi Bajji in Andhra Pradesh, Kanda Bhajiya in Gujarat, or Momos in the northeast—all showcase the diversity of monsoon street food culture across regions.
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