A Russian tourist’s food experience in Goa has sparked a conversation online after she tried bhel and shared her thoughts on the Indian snack. While she seemed to enjoy the dish, her comparison with poha and her dislike of pani puri caught viewers’ attention. Social media users have since shared their own opinions on the snack and her reaction.
Russian tourist tries bhel at a restaurant in Goa
The tourist was first offered pani puri by a server, but she declined, saying she did not like it. She was then recommended bhel and decided to try it with a cup of masala chai.After tasting the snack, she described its flavour and appearance, saying, โSmells nice. It looks like my favourite Mumbai. This is like salad and chips. This is so good. I don’t think it’s so healthy, but it’s good food. This is very nice.โ
Her comparison with poha draws attention
The tourist also found a similarity between bhel and poha, a comparison that viewers picked up on while discussing the video.One user commented, โIt’s like poha; this is just puffed rice, another version like poha made of rice.โAnother viewer highlighted the snack’s health value, writing, โBhelpuri is a healthy snack, much better than any packed snack we get in the market.โThe combination of bhel and masala chai also prompted a reaction from one user, who wrote, โThis is pretty much a Bengali combo lol.โ
Her opinion on pani puri sparks a reaction
While the tourist enjoyed bhel, her response to pani puri became another talking point. One user remarked, โYou broke so many Indian hearts when you said you don’t like panipuri.โDisclaimer: This story is based on a video and social media comments that have not been independently verified by The Times of India. The views expressed by users are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the publication.Thumb image: Instagram