Bhadohi, also known as Sant Ravidas Nagar, is renowned worldwide as the“Carpet City.” It is the largest centre for handwoven carpets in South Asia. Its beautifully crafted and finely woven carpets are exported to markets across the world. Under the One District One Cuisine Programme, Dal Pitha, Thekua, Khoya Peda, Gujiya, and Rabri have been selected for Bhadohi district.
During Chhath Puja and other festivals, Thekua is prominently prepared in households and sold in local markets in the Amwa—Rajapur—and Aurai areas. This crispy traditional preparation is made using pure Desi Ghee, jaggery or sugar, and fennel seeds. It is among the favourite traditional dishes of the local community.
Shops on Station Road and in Bhadohi’s main market offer special Gujiya during Holi and other festivals. Prepared with a filling of semolina, dry fruits, and fresh Mawa or Khoa, this crispy and syrup-coated Gujiya adds sweetness to festive celebrations.
Shops situated at Rajpura Crossing are famous for their pure Khoya Peda. Milk is thickened and used to prepare unadulterated Pedas. Their authentic taste and sweetness are highly appreciated by customers.
Dal Pitha is particularly available in local households and at traditional stalls and shops in the Gyanpur and Gopiganj areas of Bhadohi. It is prepared by filling rice-flour or wheat-flour dough with spiced chana dal or arhar dal and then steaming it. It is a highly nutritious and flavourful local dish.
Halwais near Gyanpur Market and in the Suriyawan area are famous for their thick and layered Rabri. Slow-cooked and served in an earthen Kulhad, this Rabri is known for its distinctive and creamy taste and is a preferred choice among sweet lovers.