Kandy Food: Hill Country Flavours and the Central Market
As the last royal capital and a busy hill city, Kandy has a rich food culture. Between its temples and lake, the central market and a spread of eateries offer everything from classic rice and curry to sweet treats.
The central market
Kandy's market is a feast for the senses, piled with fruit, vegetables, spices and dried goods. It is a great place to see the raw ingredients behind local cooking.
What to eat
Hearty hill-country rice and curry, kottu, string hoppers and short eats are all easy to find. The nearby spice-growing region flavours much of the cooking.
Sweet stops
Old-school sweet shops and bakeries sell milk toffees, curd and treacle, and festival sweets. Pair a snack with a cup of strong local tea.
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