Lucknow, the city of nawabs, tehzeeb (politeness) and mouthwatering delicacies, has been named in UNESCO’s 2025 Creative Cities Network as a notable destination for gastronomy. The UNESCO , which has been releasing this list annually since 2004, recognising different cities across the world for their music, literature, food and art, has this year alongside Lucknow, named nine other cities under the gastronomy category.

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The countless delectable treats originated or even popularised in Lucknow are no secret. Where in Chowk in old Lucknow you will find timeless biryani, melt-in-the-mouth nihari and kebab shops, places like Chatori Gali are a haven for the serial snacker, with a multitude of roadside food items starting from momos to chaat and cotton candy can be found — som

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