India, Nov. 8 -- After Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, received a major global honour - officially designated a Creative City of Gastronomy by a UN agency - there's been marked celebration of its many foods, but that comes with visible exceptions by vegetarians, including some top leaders.

The announcement by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) on October 31, 2025, coincided with World Cities Day, during the 43rd Session of its General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

"From mouth-watering Galouti Kabab to Awadhi Biryani, delectable Chaat and Golgappe, desserts like Makhan Malai and so much more - Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh is a haven for food, enriched in centuries-old traditions," Unes...