Dussehra, a festival symbolising the victory of good over evil, is not just about rituals and processions—it’s also about food that unites communities. Across India, families come together over dishes that carry centuries of tradition, devotion, and festive cheer. From the sweetness of Karnataka’s obbattu to the comfort of North India’s poori-aloo, each region’s delicacy adds a unique flavour to the celebrations.

Here are some of the most iconic dishes that make Dussehra a festival of taste as much as tradition:

In Gujarat, Dussehra mornings start with crunchy fafda paired with hot, syrupy jalebi. This sweet-and-savory combination is believed to aid digestion after Navratri fasting and is symbolic of fresh beginnings. The long queues outside sweet shops are proof of how deeply this dish

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