Punjab has achieved a major milestone in global gastronomy, securing the 7th position in the prestigious TasteAtlas Awards 2024-25 for the world's best food regions. The annual TasteAtlas report, renowned for its comprehensive and transparent methodology, is published every year and is based on hundreds of thousands of ratings from food enthusiasts worldwide.
Each year, TasteAtlas compiles its rankings by analyzing public votes and reviews for over 15,000 dishes and ingredients, using artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and eliminate biased or fake ratings. The final list reflects the average ratings of the best dishes, beverages, and food products from each region, making it a respected guide for travelers and food lovers alike.
Top 7 food regions in TasteAtlas 2024-25
Italy, Greece, Spain, Romania, France, and Turkey occupy the top six spots, celebrated for their rich culinary traditions and iconic dishes.
Punjab stands out as the highest-ranked Indian region, recognized for its vibrant flavors and legendary eateries, such as Kesar da Dhaba and Bharawan Da Dhaba in Amritsar.
The report highlights iconic Punjabi dishes like Amritsari kulcha, tikka, shahi paneer, tandoori murgh, and saag paneer, and it specifically mentions legendary traditional restaurants including Kesar da Dhaba, Bharawan Da Dhaba, and Bade Bhai ka Brothers Dhaba in Amritsar as well as Haveli in Jalandhar
The TasteAtlas Awards continue to be a benchmark in the culinary world, shining a spotlight on both classic and emerging food destinations each year.