Food Festivals Across India to Hit With Your Partner

While some couples create their first date memories over candlelit dinners and fine dining experiences, others make theirs over chaotic, spicy and maybe even sugar-dusted adventures where sharing bites becomes the love language that connects two people. India does food like it does romance, in an absolutely unforgettable way that touches your soul. From winter streets smelling of ghee to carnivals buzzing with music, there are culinary events that are simply love letters written in flavours.

From handholding between stalls and debating the best momos, to stealing sips, and calling it bonding. India’s food festivals have everything, whether your soul belongs to the street-food or if you are that culture-and-cocktails duo, these festivals turn eating together into an experience that stays with you for as long as you can remember. So, grab your favourite person, loosen that belt, and let food be the third wheel.

Food Festivals In India

The Grub Fest (Delhi)

When: 6-7 December 

Where: JLN Stadium

The Grub Fest is where all the foody fun meets “let’s try one more stall.” With gourmet pop-ups, comfort classics, live music and a party vibe, The Grub Fest makes the ideal choice for couples who like their dates loud and flavour-packed. You’ll eat, dance, and probably eat again. Peak food festival energy.

National Street Food Festival (Delhi)

When: 12-14 December 

Where: JLN Stadium

This is Delhi at full volume. Think chaat popping, kebabs sizzling, and jalebis dripping happiness. The National Street Food Festival brings those iconic street foods from every corner of India that you might not have tried ever or have long forgotten, into one glorious, crowded space. It is perfect for couples who bond over pani puri challenges and heated debates about whose state does street food best. Come hungry, leave emotionally and physically full.

Cochin Carnival (Kochi, Kerala)

When: 23 December- 1 January 

Where: Fort Kochi

Food, culture, music, and sea breeze is what defines Fort Kochi’s colourful New Year festival. Cochin Carnival is an absolute romance with rhythm. This annual celebration at the end of the year has everything that a foody couple might look for. Think Kerala’s festive flavours, street snacks, seafood treats, colourful parades and a joyful chaos that spills into the streets. It’s less about structured eating and more about soaking it all in together and is just the right fit for couples who like their food with stories, colour, and coastal magic.

Boho Bazaar Christmas Market (Delhi)

When: 20-21st December 

Where: JLN Stadium

This one’s for the couples who are looking for the festive Holiday season vibes to pair with their foodie instinct. With the absolute cosy-core-meets-foody-core energy, Delhi’s Boho Bazaar Christmas market celebrates Christmas in all its glory with sparkling fairy lights, Indie stalls and that festive cheer that reminds of a scene from a typical Christmas movie. The food here is every bit like a warm hug. From hot chocolates (topped with marshmallows!) to those comfort bites and sweet treats at every corner, it makes for the perfect spot for couples who are looking to spend slow evenings in each other’s company, sharing desserts and sneaking glances.

Hornbill Festival (Nagaland)

When: 1-10 December

Where: Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, near Kohima

A state-sponsored tourism event that celebrates the Naga culture, the Hornbill festival is a feast in every sense. It serves bold tribal flavours that are complemented perfectly with music, dance and heritage. You can expect everything from smoked meats to local brews and is best for couples who love a little adventure with their food experience. Come curious, eat bravely, and bond over flavours you’ll remember forever.

Jaipur Literature Festival (Jaipur)

When: 15- 19 January

Where: Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur

Yes, it’s about books but also about food breaks that turn into mini dates. Between talks, you’ll find cafés, local treats, and cosy corners to sit and snack. It’s perfect for couples who flirt over ideas, sip coffee slowly, and believe good conversations deserve good food on the side.

Old Delhi Winter Food Walks

When: December 18- 7 January

Where: Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazaar, and near Jama Masjid

There is something so fascinating about Old Delhi in winters that you just can’t miss and the Old Delhi Winter Food Walks offers you an opportunity to experience the absolute romance of food and Delhi winters in its purest form. Narrow lanes, winter air, steaming kebabs, nihari, daulat ki chaat, Old Delhi food walks are intimate, nostalgic, and wildly indulgent. You’ll walk, eat, talk, repeat. Best done hand-in-hand, jackets zipped, hearts warm, and taste buds very, very happy.

Serendipity Arts Festival (Goa)

When: 12-21 December

Where: Panjim, Goa

Currently ongoing, the Serendipity Arts Festival has that art-meets-food vibe perfect for couples who love a little artistic pleasure to pair with their food experience. It is all about art by day, food by mood as it blends creativity with culinary pop-ups that surprise you at every turn. From experimental bites to regional flavours, it’s perfect for couples who like culture with their cuisine.

Jingle and Mingle Week (Mumbai)

When: 21-30 December

Where: Ira by Orchid, Mumbai

With an absolutely flavourful festive vibe, this ten-day event in Mumbai is all about the holiday cheer and indulgent eating. What can you expect? Christmas specials, desserts, cocktails, and buzzing energy. So, if you are a couple who loves a party vibe and festive food hopping. Come dressed cute, leave slightly overfed and very merry, this Christmas

Biggest Gujarati Food Festival (Mumbai)

When: 9-11 January

Where: Kora Kendra Ground, Borivali West, Mumbai

If sharing food is your love language, this one’s a win. From endless farsan to sweet-meets-spicy thalis, this festival celebrates Gujarati flavours in all their glory. It’s comforting, and perfect for couples who bond over balanced plates and second servings.