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Kolkata Daily Life
Migrant laborers eat street food in Kolkata, India, on January 22, 2026. Kolkata's street food represents a dynamic story of cultural fusion, with influences from the British colonial era, the Mughals, and East Asian communities shaping the city's diverse culinary landscape. Iconic dishes like the Kathi roll and cutlets originate from the colonial period, while Indo-Chinese dishes arise from 1700s Chinese trades. The city's tradition of street vendors selling affordable and convenient meals, from puffed rice mixtures to momos and phuchkas, establishes its status as a vibrant street food capital. (Photo by Debajyoti Chakraborty/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13226428 |
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| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Debajyoti Chakraborty/NurPhoto |
| Category | Labour |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Debajyoti Chakraborty/NurPhoto |
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Debajyoti Chakraborty
NurPhoto
January 22
2026
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