Hyderabad, Nov. 4 -- Six years after Hyderabad became the first Indian city to be named a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Lucknow has now joined the list. This honour brings two of India's most flavourful cities together on the world's culinary map.

Known for their royal kitchens, rich traditions and timeless recipes, both Hyderabad and Lucknow represent the essence of India's gastronomic heritage, where food is a celebration of culture, craft and community.

India's royal flavours find global recognition

Lucknow was officially designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy on October 31, 2025, during the 43rd session of UNESCO's General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Celebrated for its Awadhi cuisine, Lucknow's culinary iden...