5 things we should definitely eat in Kolkata !!

When it comes to food, Kolkata has an irresistible magic no other Indian city can compete with. From snacks to sweet dishes, the list of delicacies is never-ending and they have never failed to impress anyone. Here are 5 things we should definitely eat when we're in Kolkata.

1. Sondesh - Decorated with pistachios, almonds and saffron strands and prepared with milk, sugar and paneer, this mishti would simply melt in your mouth. And if you're into flavors, you've got Ice-cream, chocolate and strawberry sondesh too!

2. Kosha Mangsho (mutton curry) - Served with steamed rice, luchi (puri) and parothas, this mouth-watering, velvety gravy with juicy pieces of meat, is every meat lover's paradise.

3. Mughlai Parotha -  Deep fried parothas stuffed with egg and minced meat add the kind of twist that can keep you finger-licking throughout.

4. Pitha - Made from rice flour, this exquisite item can be both sweet and salty. Depending on the type, they are either fried or steamed.

5. Thandai/Kulfi - Kolkata's very own frozen desert garnished with pistachios and almonds, though dispelled across the country, is simply the perfect desert for a stifling summer day in Kolkata!