Food And Drink

A Gourmand's Guide To Pondicherry: What To Eat And Where

Creole food in Pondicherry is not only Franco-Tamil but also has Portuguese, Dutch and, in some cases, a touch of Vietnamese and Bengali influence. Here is a proper rundown of the best restaurants in Pondicherry

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First, a confession: French food intimidates me terribly, and the closest I've ever come to French cooking is Julie & Julia on DVD. That's why I adore Pondicherry for being what it is—welcoming, laid-back, and anything but fearsome. I was particularly grateful for this quality when I went specifically looking for the legendarily gourmet cuisine. You can even spout wrong pronunciations, and no one will mind.