From late-night cravings to train journeys, biryani remains India’s most-ordered dish, while chicken rolls and momos dominate the snack charts.
December 26, 2024: Swiggy, one of India’s leading food delivery platforms, has unveiled its 2024 year-end report, showcasing the culinary preferences of Indians across the country. Unsurprisingly, biryani remains the undisputed champion, with 83 million orders placed between January 1 and November 22, 2024.
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Biryani: The Reigning Champion
- Hyderabad led the biryani craze with 9.7 million orders, followed closely by Bengaluru with 7.7 million and Chennai with 4.6 million orders.
- During Ramadan 2024, biryani saw a peak, with 6 million plates ordered.
- A unique instance was recorded when a Kolkata user ordered biryani at 4:01 AM on January 1, 2024.
Biryani also emerged as a late-night favourite, ranking second for orders placed between 12 AM and 2 AM, right after chicken burgers.
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Food on the Move: Trains and IRCTC Partnership
Swiggy’s collaboration with IRCTC (Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation) ensured that biryani became one of the most-ordered meals on trains, enhancing travelers’ dining experience on the go.
Snack Time Favorites
While biryani dominated meals, chicken rolls became the most-ordered snack, with 2.48 million orders, followed by:
- Chicken Momos: 1.63 million orders
- Potato Fries: 1.3 million orders
Regional Food Trends
- Bengaluru: 2.5 million orders for Masala Dosa
- Delhi: Dominated by Chole Bhature
- Chandigarh: Preferred Aloo Paranthas
- Kolkata: Showed love for Kachoris
Unusual Food Love Stories
In an interesting highlight, a single consumer in Bengaluru spent ₹49,900 on pasta this year, indulging in 55 Alfredo dishes, 40 Mac & Cheese plates, and 30 servings of Spaghetti.
Dinner vs. Lunch: The Meal Battle
Dinner emerged as the Bahubali of Mealtimes, clocking 215 million orders — nearly 29% higher than lunch orders on Swiggy.
Conclusion:
The year 2024 proved that biryani continues to rule the Indian palate, with regional favorites and late-night snacks holding their own. As Swiggy’s data highlights, India’s love for diverse cuisine remains unshakable, and food delivery trends continue to evolve with changing lifestyles and preferences.
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