Gangotri to Gangasagar A Culinary Journey

By Dr Jitender Kumar and Dr. Anshumali Pandey

From the snow-clad Himalayas of Gangotri to the sacred shores of Gangasagar, this book invites readers on an unforgettable culinary expedition through the heart of India's river civilization.

Gangotri to Gangasagar: A Culinary Journey is far more than a collection of recipes-it is a rich cultural voyage across the fertile Indo-Gangetic plains, exploring the food, traditions, festivals, stories, and people that flourish along the sacred Ganga. As the river flows through Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Bengal, and beyond, it carries with it centuries of history, spirituality, trade, migration, and culinary wisdom.

Discover the smoky flavours of Punjabi tandoors, the refined elegance of Lucknow's royal kitchens, the soulful simplicity of Bihar's rustic dishes, the sacred food traditions of Varanasi, and the delicate sweetness of Bengal's iconic desserts. Along the way, the reader encounters bustling ghats, temple kitchens, roadside dhabas, family recipes, pilgrim meals, and the timeless hospitality of India's river communities.

Whether you are a food lover, traveller, cultural enthusiast, researcher, or simply someone fascinated by India's diverse culinary heritage, Gangotri to Gangasagar: A Culinary Journey offers a deeply immersive experience that nourishes both the mind and the soul.

Come, travel along the sacred Ganga-one story, one flavour, and one meal at a time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H1JF2KS6
• ISBN13: 9798904790110
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Notion Press
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"