Culture & Tradition

Food & Café Culture – A Culinary Fusion

Pondicherry’s food scene is a beautiful mix of South Indian flavors and French delicacies.

✔️ Classic French Dishes – Croissants, baguettes, quiches, crème brûlée
✔️ Tamil Delicacies – Masala dosa, seafood curry, Chettinad biryani
✔️ Franco-Tamil Fusion – Creole-style curries, baked fish with spices
✔️ Street Food Delights – Samosas, bondas, and banana chips in local markets

 Best Cafés & Restaurants:
 Café des Arts – A vintage French café with delicious pastries
 Baker Street – The best place for authentic French bread & desserts
 Le Dupleix – A heritage restaurant serving fine Indo-French cuisine
 Surguru – Best for authentic South Indian meals

 Must-Try Dishes: Pondicherry seafood platter, ratatouille, Creole-style curries, and filter coffee