India, Jan. 1 -- Lucknow's designation as India's second UNESCO City of Gastronomy, following Hyderabad, will propel its rich culinary heritage onto an upward trajectory in 2026, according to celebrity chef Ranveer Brar.

The Lucknowite, during a recent visit to his hometown, emphasised that the responsibility now lies with locals to champion the authentic food legacy hidden in its lanes, bylanes, and homes. Ranveer embarked on a morning food trail with HT City, exploring eateries beyond the city's world-famous culinary landmarks.

"The year 2026 will set the tone for Lucknow's rich food legacy journey going forward. UNESCO has recognized our food heritage, but what next? People knew about Awadhi food, but now it has been etched onto the ...