I have experienced the same with Gujarati food, the food itself tells you about the place and it culture. food is very mild and sweet in taste as well as the people. All the delicacies are filled with different flavors, Thepla, dhokla, khandvi, sweets, curds, butter milk, savories and different pickles. Just sharing a Thali with all different options. its really adorable cuisine to experience with while travelling to Gujrat.
