India, Jan. 27 -- Traditional food alleys in Lucknow's Aminabad, Akbari Gate, Chota Imambara, and Hazratganj have long been a big draw for foodies. Later, dedicated food zones like Chatori Gali near the 1090 crossing and the Hussainabad Food Zone near the Clock Tower also received a great response.

The state capital's recent addition, the Food Valley on the Gomti Riverfront, emerged shortly after UNESCO designated Lucknow as a Gastronomy City.

Developed by the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) and handed over to an agency on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, this alley on the elevated road along the river has been given a thumbs-up by foodies. It has quickly become a hub for dining with family and friends. Originally conceptua...