The Experience

One walk, five stops, a lifetime of Old Delhi

Not a tour bus and a checklist — a slow walk through the lanes Areeb grew up in, stopping wherever the food is good and the story's worth telling.

What's Included

6+ food tastings

Street food stops along the route, priced into your ticket.

Max 8 guests

Small groups so you can actually hear your guide and ask questions.

4 hours

A relaxed pace, not a route you're rushed through.

Local guide

Led by Areeb, who grew up in these lanes.

The Route

The stops below shift depending on the time slot you book — morning walks catch fresh nihari and the market at its busiest, evening slots lean more into kebabs and chaat as vendors change over.

  1. 1

    Jama Masjid

    We begin at the steps of India's largest mosque, where Areeb sets the scene for the walk ahead and the history of the old walled city.

  2. 2

    [Dish] at [Shop Name]

    Where it was invented

    The stall credited with inventing [dish] generations ago — still run by the same family, on the same corner, making it the same way. [1–2 lines on the origin story: who invented it, what year/generation, why it stuck.]

  3. 3

    Hidden Nihari Stop

    Hidden

    A slow-cooked nihari stall Areeb doesn't take everyone to — no signage, no queue of tourists, just a family that's been simmering the same pot since [year/generation].

  4. 4

    Hidden Kebab Stops

    Hidden

    Two or three kebab vendors tucked off the main lane, rotating depending on what's fresh that day. These are the stalls locals queue for, not the ones with English menus out front.

  5. 5

    Paranthe Wali Gali

    3rd generation

    A century-old lane of stuffed paratha shops. We stop at a family-run stall Areeb has known for years, not the one every guidebook sends you to.

  6. 6

    Chaat Corner

    underrated spot

    Not a hidden secret, just a shop that's never chased fame — a generational family business the neighborhood has quietly eaten at for decades.

  7. 7

    Red Fort

    The walk ends facing the Red Fort's Lahori Gate, with time for photos and questions before you head off.

Good To Know

Is the walk suitable for people with dietary restrictions?+

Yes — tell Areeb when you book on WhatsApp and the food stops will be adjusted. Vegetarian options are always available.

How much walking is involved?+

About 3 kilometers total, at a slow pace with frequent stops. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

What if it's raining?+

The walk runs in light rain. For heavy rain, Areeb will reach out on WhatsApp to reschedule.

Can I book for just myself?+

Yes, solo travelers are welcome. Groups are capped at 8, not a minimum of 2.