5 Trending Cuisines for Every Instagram Foodie

Whether on social media or in real life, nothing trends better than food. From the tantalizing world of street food to the best fine dining restaurants near you, we at Things2do are always ready to explore culinary delights from different cuisines across the world. Get over the usual Mexican nacho platters and Italian & American style pizzas because foodies are now experimenting with brand new flavours from different cultures. From the sustainability and deliciousness of Vegan cuisine to the mystical flavours of Japanese food culture and even South Indian food beyond the usual – We’re telling you about 5 trending cuisines that you’ve got to get your hands, forks and chopsticks and Instagram cameras on! 

1Enjoy the Delights of Korean Cuisine 

Whether it is K-drama and K-pop or Korean fashion – the culture of this Asian country has fascinated people everywhere. And when the culture is so great how can the food not be! Mumbai being such a melting pot of activity quickly grabbed onto this trend with a host of restaurants, cafes and bars serving up these delicacies. It’s not uncommon to see teenagers eating Ttobekki and crispy Korean fried chicken while discussing the latest K- drama or home chefs experimenting with their version of Kimchi and Bibimbap while listening to the newest hit by BTS – Korean Culture in Mumbai is here to stay you can join the tribe by exploring the cuisine at some of Mumbai’s Best Restaurants.

Best Places to try Korean Food in Mumbai – Your search for authentic Korean restaurants in Mumbai ends with great places like Hengbok, Sun and Moon Korean Restaurant and Foo.

2Say Vannakkam to South Indian Cuisine 

South Indian Cuisine has always been a part of the Mumbai food scene, in the form of Idli Houses and Udipi restaurants as early as the 1930’s but in 2022 you can explore the cuisine from different states in South India in the most fun and interesting ways! With drool-worthy dishes like chicken and mushroom ghee roast, healthy neer dosas, Chettinaad & Andhra Curries, Kerala style seafood preparations and many more – restaurants and pubs in Mumbai have been eager to add authentic and contemporary versions of South Indian cuisine to their menus. 

Best Places to try South Indian Food in Mumbai – You can treat your tastebuds to authentic South Indian dishes at luxurious places like South of Vindyas at The Orchid, Dakshin Coastal at ITC Maratha, The Tanjore Tiffin Room and many more!

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3Enter the Sustainable World of Vegan Cuisine

We know technically vegan is not a cuisine but a way of life, however we also know that it’s not fair to talk about trending cuisines without talking about the Vegan food trend. The exciting and interesting world of plant based food has taken a whole generation of foodies by storm. Whether it is your love for animals or the need for a leaner diet – whatever reason you decide to go vegan, we can assure you that you are in no dearth from delicious food options! While a large part of vegetarian Indian cuisine is vegan by default, you also have a whole range of upscale cafes in Mumbai that serve some great vegan food. From seed and nut based milks to avocado on toast, tofu, mock meat and chickpea dips – these are all recipes that will please all your senses and your Instagram followers as well. 

Best Places to try Vegan Food in Mumbai – Earth Cafe in Bandra, Rare Earth Organic Cafe in Khar and Yogisattva, which is India’s first whole plant based culinary academy and cafe are some of the Vegan Restaurants in Mumbai that you must try.

4 Explore delights of Lebanese Cuisine 

Zaatar, Sumac, Tahini, Pita, hummus and Kebabs – if these are words that tickle your tastebuds, you’re on point with one of the most trending cuisines globally. Lebanese cuisine is one of the most flavorful cuisines in the world and many of the traditional dishes from this cuisine have been accepted by people in the most wholesome way. Shawarmas, for example, have taken over every street in Mumbai and have been Indianized enough to suit the palate of your average Mumbaikar. While we know you love a good shawarma with mint chutney, you’ve got to try out some original Lebanese food and finding the best Lebanese Cuisine in Mumbai is not too hard.

Best Places to try Lebanese Food in Mumbai – You can check out places like Bayroute and Zima Gourmet which serve the best and most authentic Lebanese Cuisine in Mumbai. You can even check out Ithaka, a restaurant that exclusively serves vegetarian Lebanese fare. 

5Treat yourself to Japanese Cuisine 

Every few decades the food world is fascinated by a different hyperlocal cuisine and in 2022 it’s time for Japanese cuisine to really shine! From colorful sushi platters served with wasabi and soy, spicy donburi rice bowls and flavourful, umami ramens to fluffy Japanese cheesecakes and bitter-sweet matcha based desserts- all the foods that Japan is so famous for have made their way into the Mumbai food scene and how!

Best Places to try Japanese Food in Mumbai – From Kofuku in Andheri to Pa Pa Ya and Izumi in Bandra to San Qi at 4-seasons in Worli to Shizusan at Lower Parel. These amazing restaurants and Sushi Bars in Mumbai serve you authentic Japanese food that will take you on that virtual trip to the Land of the Rising Sun.

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by Sonica Sunderram

at Things2do