Dehradun, June 6 -- Culinary Chronicles

Situated two hours ahead of Srinagar on National Highway 1 at the Dras axis rests Sonamarg, a small mesmerising town nestled at the foot of the Thajiwas Glacier and surrounded by captivating lakes like Gadsar, Satsar, Krishansar, and Vishansar.

The quaint market offered authentic Kashmiri dishes that were impossible to ignore. The rich aromas swirling through the lanes irresistibly pulled travelers inside. Ignoring the hazards of gallivanting through the bazaar and eateries without notifying Tiger, my temptations completely overpowered my wisdom. I indulged in the most outstanding, lip-smacking delicacies of lamb and local greens.

That night was enchanting amidst the sky-kissing pines, with the b...