You can take an Odia out of
Odisha, but not the Odisha out of him.
I can’t remember, how many times
have I craved for “Dahibara Aloo dum ghoogni” in Bangalore. But was always disappointed.
A chance visit to “Café Lassi” on Harlur Road last weekend, revived my sagging
spirits and delighted my Odia taste buds. The café is managed by a bunch of
Odia lads, who take great pride in Odia street food. With great hopes, I
entered the café and placed order for Dahibara-aloo dum, Lassi and pakudi
ghoogni. The food was lip-smacking and almost similar to what we get in streets
of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. The lassi was a meal in itself and came with a
topping of Rabidi, just like in Odisha.
I am a big lover of anything that
has a history/story attached to it. And food is a great reveler, it brings out
the child in us and other than exercise, it’s the only thing that lifts the
spirits instantly. And who can resist any authentic local cuisine?! Be it
street food of Odisha or Kolkata, I can just dive in it.
So all you Odias, who are staying
away from home, do visit “Lassi” Cafe in Bengaluru! 5 stars!
