From Butter Chicken to Biryani: How Indian Cuisine Stands Out in Taste Atlas Rankings

The globally renowned food and travel guide, Taste Atlas, recently unveiled its highly anticipated 2024-25 rankings, spotlighting the best cuisines, dishes, drinks, and restaurants worldwide. While Indian cuisine missed a spot in the ‘Top 10 Best Cuisines’, it left a strong impression across various other prestigious categories.

Global Rankings: The Top 10

In the ‘Top 100 Cuisines of 2024’ list, Greek cuisine claimed the number one spot, celebrated for its olive oils, dairy, and honey, hallmarks of the Mediterranean diet. Italy followed closely, earning its reputation with iconic dishes like Pizza Napoletana and Parmigiano Reggiano, while Mexico secured third place with its vibrant spirits, cheeses, and culinary traditions. Completing the Top 10 were Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Indonesia, France, Japan, and China.

Although ranked 12th, India garnered praise for its diverse and vibrant food culture, with highlights like Amritsari Kulcha and Hyderabadi Biryani, which Taste Atlas described as “a vibrant mix of spices and flavors.”

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Mumbai and Punjab: Culinary Hotspots

India also shone in other categories, with Mumbai ranked the 5th Best Food City and Punjab named the 9th Best Food Region globally. These recognitions underscore India’s rich culinary legacy, from Mumbai’s bustling street food scene to Punjab’s hearty and flavorful offerings.

Indian Dishes Steal the Spotlight

Indian cuisine impressed in the Best Dishes rankings:

Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken) secured the 29th spot overall and ranked 4th in the poultry category.

Malai Kofta and Misal Pav were crowned 1st and 2nd in the Best Vegetable Dishes category.

Curry ranked 2nd in the Stews category.

Indian breads also earned accolades, with Amritsari Kulcha and Garlic Naan securing the 2nd and 3rd spots in the Best Breads rankings.

Restaurants Celebrating Indian Flavors

In the restaurant category, Amrik Sukhdev (Murthal) and Pabba’s (Mangaluru) represented India in the Top 100. Additionally, renowned establishments like Dum Pukht (New Delhi), Glenary’s (Darjeeling), Ram Ashraya, and Shree Thaker Bhojanalay (both in Mumbai) were recommended for showcasing India’s culinary diversity.

Taste Atlas: Controversies and Credibility

Despite criticism for its ranking methodology, Taste Atlas remains transparent, with over 477,000 ratings for more than 15,000 dishes. While debates around rankings persist, India’s growing recognition on the global stage reaffirms its rich and diverse food culture.