Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Lucknow Nominated for UNESCO Gastronomy Recognition
Lucknow, famous for its delicious Awadhi food, might soon be recognized by UNESCO.
The city has been nominated to join the Creative Cities Network for its food.
This means UNESCO acknowledges Lucknow's special dishes like kebabs, biryani, and sweets.
This also includes street food.
If chosen, Lucknow would join other Indian cities in the network, highlighting its food culture.
Lucknow has been nominated for UNESCO's Creative Cities Network in the gastronomy category.
The nomination recognizes Lucknow's rich Awadhi cuisine and diverse food offerings.
The Indian government has submitted the city's name, with further data to be provided.
The nomination includes vegetarian options and sweets, expanding beyond just meat dishes.
If approved, Lucknow would join Chennai and Hyderabad as Indian cities in the UCCN for gastronomy.
- Who
- Food enthusiasts and the city of Lucknow.
- What
- Lucknow's nomination to UNESCO's Creative Cities Network for gastronomy.
- When
- Nomination announced in June 2025; decision pending.
- Where
- Lucknow, India.
- Why
- To recognize and promote Lucknow's unique culinary heritage.
- Nomination
- UNESCO Creative Cities Network
- Category
- Gastronomy
- Focus
- Awadhi cuisine
- Key Dishes
- Kebabs, Biryani, Sweets, Street Foods
- Status
- Nominated; awaiting UNESCO decision
