Here's where you can taste Goa's amazing veg cuisine

Evelyn Siqueira

VEG FLAVOURS OF GOA

Vegetarians visiting Goa might be surprised to discover the State's rich traditional veg fare, including flavourful curries, side dishes, snacks and sweets.

The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | Photo: The Goan Laddoo

WHERE TO FIND IT

One spot to sample this lesser-known Goan vegetarian cuisine is The Goan Laddoo, which opened its doors in St Inez, Panjim, in April 2022.

The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | Photo: The Goan Laddoo

MUST-TRY

The Goan Laddoo specialises in Goan Hindu cuisine, offering traditional dishes such as Chana Ros, Pineapple Sasav, Prawn Pulao, Stuffed Mackerel, sanna, pumpkin bhaji, chapati, Satva Kapa, Manganne, Sukurunde and banana fry, to name a few.

The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | thali | Photo: The Goan Laddoo

MENU OF THE DAY

The menu changes daily depending on fresh market finds, and is shared each day via WhatsApp.

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FESTIVE DELIGHTS

Additionally, their festive menus are crafted to match the season — Shravan brings a range of vegetarian dishes, while Diwali and Chaturthi showcase an array of sweets and faral.

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BEYOND MEALS

Apart from cooked meals, The Goan Laddoo also offers a selection of homemade treats including chakli, shankarpali, chiwda, coconut kapa, dal kapa (doce), mila, a variety of laddoos, and more.

The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | doce | Photo: The Goan Laddoo

HOME DELIVERY

For those unable to visit the outlet, home delivery is available within Panjim and surrounding areas including St Inez, Taleigao, Caranzalem, Tonca and Altinho.

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DETAILS

LOCATION: The Goan Laddoo, Kamat Plaza, St Inez, Panjim

WHEN IT’S OPEN: Monday to Saturday

TIMINGS: 9 am – 8 pm (lunch is available from 11.30 am)

CONTACT: +91 96736 83182

The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | modak | Photo: The Goan Laddoo

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