Kochi | 29.09.2019 | 08:30 am ~ 10:30 am

A Food Walk through the Streets of Fort Cochin

About the walk

The three colonial Powers--the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British--ruled Fort Cochin for many years, leaving behind their culture, heritage, traditions and food habits.

The Portuguese introduced cashew nuts, coffee, pineapple, cocoa, tapioca and papaya to the region. They used to have homemade appams with vegetable or beef stew as well as spinach, mushroom and cheese omelettes with toasted wheat bread. Organic brown rice with vegetables and Lebanese-style roasted duck, beefsteak or pork vindaloo covered their dining tables. The Dutch introduced locals to the Dutch cake, also called bruder cake. They served grilled fish with mango salsa and spaghetti. The British preferred a big breakfast with eggs, chicken sausage, baked beans, slices of brown bread and cornflakes with milk.

The hotels in Fort Kochi have stayed true to their roots and still serve these dishes. They also serve South-Indian items like masala dosa, poori masala, idli, uzhunnu vada, etc. As a result, we can sample local cuisines as well as experience the food habits of the Portuguese, the Dutch and English on this exciting walk. Join us on a journey full of interesting stories and tasty treats.

This guided tour is free.

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
08:15 am

About the walk

The three colonial Powers--the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British--ruled Fort Cochin for many years, leaving behind their culture, heritage, traditions and food habits.

The Portuguese introduced cashew nuts, coffee, pineapple, cocoa, tapioca and papaya to the region. They used to have homemade appams with vegetable or beef stew as well as spinach, mushroom and cheese omelettes with toasted wheat bread. Organic brown rice with vegetables and Lebanese-style roasted duck, beefsteak or pork vindaloo covered their dining tables. The Dutch introduced locals to the Dutch cake, also called bruder cake. They served grilled fish with mango salsa and spaghetti. The British preferred a big breakfast with eggs, chicken sausage, baked beans, slices of brown bread and cornflakes with milk.

The hotels in Fort Kochi have stayed true to their roots and still serve these dishes. They also serve South-Indian items like masala dosa, poori masala, idli, uzhunnu vada, etc. As a result, we can sample local cuisines as well as experience the food habits of the Portuguese, the Dutch and English on this exciting walk. Join us on a journey full of interesting stories and tasty treats.

This guided tour is free.

Led By

Antony Thomman
Antony Thomman holds a Diploma in Civil Engineering, a Bachelor's degree in Theology, and is a Government approved tour guide, specialising in Fort Cochin and Mattancherry heritage tours.

Meeting Time

08:15 AM

Meeting point

Burgher Street, near St. Mary's AIGHS

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Fort Kochi

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

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Email: ihw@sahapedia.org

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Please Note

 

  • Carry an umbrella or raincoat and enough drinking water.
  • No entry fees. Food expenses are to be borne by the participants.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Photography is permitted.   
  • Kindly avoid littering during the walk.
  • No authorised parking available at the meeting point.