Ghazipur's Iconic Poha Shop: 1976 Varanasi Taste Still Reigns Supreme

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News18•08-01-2026, 13:40
Ghazipur's Iconic Poha Shop: 1976 Varanasi Taste Still Reigns Supreme
- •Prem Ji's Poha shop near Prakash Talkies in Ghazipur has been a winter breakfast staple since 1976.
- •Inspired by Varanasi's Poha culture, Prem Ji introduced the dish to Ghazipur when breakfast options were limited.
- •Initially unfamiliar, the simple Poha, topped with sev, onion, and lemon, gradually gained immense popularity.
- •The shop maintains its original recipe and modest pricing (20-30 rupees), resisting changes or innovations.
- •Despite its popularity, it remains Ghazipur's only Poha shop, thriving purely on taste and tradition without advertising.
Why It Matters: Ghazipur's 1976 Poha shop offers a timeless Varanasi taste, becoming a beloved local tradition.
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