Himachali Food Guide: 15 Dishes You Must Try

Chana madra, sidu, babru, thukpa, chha gosht and dham — with where to eat each one.

Go2Himachal Editorial22 August 20258 min read

Himachali cuisine changes every 100 km — Kangri, Kulluvi, Spitian, Chambeali all distinct.

Kangra region

Dham (thali served at ceremonies — madra, khatta, rice, jaggery).

Kullu-Manali region

Sidu (steamed bread with poppy filling), siddu with ghee.

Spiti-Kinnaur

Thukpa (noodle soup), momos, butter tea, chha gosht (mutton in yogurt gravy).

Chamba region

Chamba chukh (dry red chutney), babru (stuffed bread), madra.

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