For most Indians, paan is a delicacy enjoyed after a hearty meal. It’s ubiquitous in India and found on almost every street corner – a rendezvous point for full bellies and restless mouths.
The overpowering peppery taste might steer people away from this bitter treat but it remains an integral part of India’s cultural identity. Paanwalas (paan vendors) are skilled in the art of preparing a mouthwatering bite, many having learned it from generations past.
is derived from the Sanskrit word , which means leaf. is served with (slaked lime paste), (acacia paste), and (areca nut), topped with spices. This hearty mixture is wrapped inside a betel leaf and chewed,
