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ABOUT THIS JOURNEY

Led by Chef Archna Becker, this culinary and cultural experience offers a deep dive into the diverse food traditions of North and South India. With decades of experience as a chef, restaurateur, and cultural ambassador, Archna brings a unique perspective—born in India, raised in the U.S., and professionally trained in both worlds.

The itinerary is thoughtfully designed to showcase the richness and variety of Indian cuisine across regions. You'll explore:

✺ Delhi for its dynamic street food scene and historic spice markets

✺ Rajasthan for royal culinary traditions and desert hospitality

✺ Kerala for coastal cuisine, Ayurvedic food practices, and backwater living

Along the way, you'll enjoy guided market visits, cooking demonstrations, curated meals in local homes and restaurants, and meaningful cultural excursions.

This is not a standard food tour. It’s an immersive, expertly guided experience designed to connect you to India’s culinary heritage through the lens of a seasoned chef who knows it intimately.

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What You’ll Experience

✺ A thoughtfully curated itinerary through India’s most iconic and diverse culinary regions

✺ Guided food tours through vibrant markets, street vendors, and hidden local favorites

✺ Hands-on cooking sessions with regional chefs, home cooks, and culinary artisans

✺ Boutique and heritage accommodations that blend comfort, elegance, and cultural character

✺ A balanced pace designed for immersion—allowing time to explore, reflect, and savor

✺ Intimate meals, shared stories, and personal insights from Chef Archna throughout the journey

✺ Private, comfortable transportation to ensure a seamless and relaxed travel experience

𑁍 About Chef Archna

Archna Becker is the chef and visionary behind Bhojanic. Born in India, raised in the U.S., and rooted in the flavors of both, she offers more than recipes — she offers relationship. To ingredients, to stories, and to the invisible threads that tie generations together.

This journey is the one she’s dreamed of leading: returning to India not just as a visitor, but as a bridge.

𑁍 The Route

This Journey Follows the Spices

From the vibrant markets of the North to the lush hills of the South, every stop is a celebration of India’s regional flavors, timeless traditions, and sensory richness.

✺ Delhi
Begin in India’s bustling capital with bold street food, iconic spice bazaars, and Mughal-inspired cuisine. Wander through Chandni Chowk, savor sizzling kebabs, and explore the layered flavors that define North Indian cooking.

✺ Agra
Stand before the Taj Mahal, then dive into Agra’s Mughal culinary legacy—featuring rich curries, aromatic biryanis, and delicate sweets shaped by royal influence.

✺ Udaipur
In the romantic City of Lakes, enjoy serene beauty and warm Rajasthani hospitality. Visit vibrant markets, explore traditional vegetarian cuisine, and share meals in a heritage home surrounded by palace views and quiet hills.

✺ Jodhpur
Experience the bold, spice-forward cuisine of the desert. Visit local kitchens, sample mirchi vadas and gatta curry, and explore the majestic Mehrangarh Fort towering over the Blue City.

✺ Fort Kochi
Arrive in Kerala through this coastal spice port. Taste fresh seafood, walk the historic streets shaped by traders and settlers, and enjoy dishes infused with coconut, curry leaf, and centuries of culinary exchange.

✺ Munnar
In the cool hills of tea and spice country, stroll through lush plantations, visit cardamom and pepper farms, and learn how the land itself shapes Kerala’s cuisine.

✺ Alleppey
Unwind on a private houseboat gliding through Kerala’s backwaters. Cook with local ingredients onboard, enjoy traditional Kerala meals, and take in the rhythms of daily life along the canals.