COCHIN HERITAGE CARNIVAL 2022: STREET FOOD TRAIL OF MATTANCHERRY

About the Walk:

Mattancherry has been synonymous with the cosmopolitan mix of traders, travellers and merchants that make the heart and soul of Old Kochi. Three dozen communities who speak 15 different languages peaceful co-existence with each other in a 3 square kilometer radius.

The small town gets lively and bustling as the evening sets in and we go out to explore the food traditions of some of these communities as they come out for their afternoon tea & snacks.

What will you taste:

We will start from the Konkani quarter with some chai followed by street snacks and specials only found with the Konkanis.

We then enter the Mappilla Muslim quarter and try out some of their “naalu mani kadikal” with some specials only found in their area. This area will also feature non vegetarian fare and meat.

Finally, we wind down with dessert from the Gujarati community and water it down with a special drink from them.

Meeting point: Vinod Sweets

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Nearest Bus/Boat Station: Mattancherry Bus Stand/Fort Kochi Customs Jetty

Medium: English

Things to keep in mind:

▪️Since it’s a food walk and we would be trying out a wide range of street food, it’s advised to eat light before the walk.

▪️Please be advised that this walk will feature both vegetarian and non vegetarian food.

▪️Hand sanitizer will be provided.

▪️Carry a cap/hat/umbrella and ample drinking water.

▪️Wear comfortable shoes.

▪️Photography is permitted.

▪️Videography is not permitted.

▪️Kindly avoid littering during the walk.

▪️Please reach the meeting point on time to avoid delay in starting the walk.

▪️Please note that we would not be entering inside any heritage monuments for this walk.

▪️Kindly follow all instructions laid out by the walk leader on the day of the walk.

▪️Kindly let us know about any personal medical conditions or allergies before the walk.