There is more to Indian street food than chaat and golgappas – it is a cultural mixture of emotions, and childhood experiences that are not restricted to any specific income level. It is important to note that while street food is consumed by the majority as snacks, for those from lower-income groups, street foods are consumed as a source of sustenance.
People in the unorganized sector, laborers and wage earners, who cannot afford to eat at dhabas, are the primary consumers of street food. To keep costs low, the cleanliness factor is often overlooked. But now India’s progressive growth in hygiene has also increased. Street vendors are more cautious about cleanliness, especially in the kitchen. At the same time, the restaurants take it on a very lighter note. But not anymore! Because of the downfall of the business and reputation, the restaurants have also started looking after the kitchen cleanliness too. They have started conducting regular cleaning services to make things end up in the proper place. But even after many tries why is street food taking place of these restaurants?
Have a look at some common facts about people choosing street foods over posh restaurant cuisine.
In addition to being made in front of you, street food has the benefits of being clean. You can see how the food is being prepared and cooked. However, this transparency gives many people added peace of mind. And it further helps to raise the standard of food safety and hygiene.
Last but not least, street foods are not just cheap but healthy too. This is why people prefer street foods over restaurants. Keeping the cleanliness factor in mind, street food vendors have become more cautious now. Many people around the world find inspiration in street food every day!
Street food is a two-way relationship where you benefit by getting cheap and good food on your plate and in return, help put food on the plates of many such people who run street food businesses.
So you see, eating at a street food cart is also some form of social work on a local level.
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