8 months ago
Kolkata's 2025 Food Trends: Nostalgia Meets Novelty
In 2025, Kolkata's food scene was a mix of old and new.
People enjoyed eating in small, cozy supper clubs at home or private places.
A special cheese called Dhakai Poneer from Bangladesh became very popular.
Winter brought new fruits like persimmons and Shine Muscat grapes.
Kolkata was named the most vegan-friendly city by PETA India, with many plant-based food options.
The kathi roll, a famous street food, was recognized as one of the best wraps in the world.
A floating nightclub called The Nautilus offered dining and music on the Hooghly River.
Coffee lovers enjoyed new trends like Vietnamese coffee and cold brew.
Google's idli doodle made people more interested in different types of idli, and seed butters became a healthy choice for young people.
Social media also influenced new sweet treats in the city.
Supper clubs became a popular dining format, offering intimate and personalized experiences.
Dhakai Poneer, a soft cheese from Bangladesh, gained popularity in Bengal.
Persimmons and Shine Muscat grapes became winter favorites in Kolkata's markets.
Kolkata was named PETA India's most vegan-friendly city, with a rise in plant-based dining options.
The kathi roll was ranked sixth among the world's best wraps by TasteAtlas.
- Who
- Residents and visitors of Kolkata
- What
- Emerging food and dining trends in 2025
- Where
- Kolkata, India
- When
- Throughout the year 2025
- Why
- To explore and embrace new culinary experiences and regional ingredients
Key facts
- Supper Clubs
- Intimate dining experiences in homes and private spaces
- Dhakai Poneer
- Soft, porous cheese from Bangladesh gaining popularity
- Persimmons
- Winter favorite fruit in neighborhood markets
- Shine Muscat Grapes
- Premium grape variety replacing local ones
- Vegan-Friendly Kolkata
- PETA India's most vegan-friendly city title
- Kathi Roll
- Ranked 6th best wrap globally by TasteAtlas
- The Nautilus
- Floating nightclub on the Hooghly River
- Coffee Culture
- Growth in specialty coffee and Vietnamese coffee popularity





