Food & Shopping

Best Things to Buy in Mangaluru

 Cashew Nuts & Spices

✔ Mangaluru is one of India’s largest cashew producers.
✔ Spices like black pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon are also popular.
✔ Best Places to Buy:

• Central Market (Wholesale prices for cashews & spices).
• Ideal Cashew Stores (Authentic cashew varieties).

 Mangalore Silk Sarees (Best for Women’s Shopping)

✔ Traditional Mangalorean silk sarees are known for their vibrant colors & gold zari work.
✔ Best Places to Buy:

• Prabhakar Silk House (Best for bridal & traditional sarees).
• Laxmi Silks & Sarees (Affordable & high-quality silk sarees).

 Mangalore Tiles & Handicrafts

✔ Clay roof tiles & terracotta items, famous worldwide.
✔ Wooden handicrafts, brass lamps, and sandalwood souvenirs.
✔ Best Places to Buy:

• Cauvery Handicrafts Emporium (Government-approved handicraft store).
• Hampankatta Market (Local handmade crafts & decor items).

 Ayurveda & Herbal Products

✔ Mysore Sandal Soap, herbal oils, and natural cosmetics are popular.
✔ Best Places to Buy:

• Ayush Ayurvedic Store (Authentic Ayurvedic medicines).
• Patanjali Store (Herbal beauty & health products).

 Local Sweets & Snacks

✔ Famous Mangalorean snacks: Kudubu, Chakkuli, Banana Chips, and Pundi.
✔ Best Places to Buy:

• New Taj Mahal Café (Best for Mangalore Buns & snacks).
• Pabbas Ice Cream Parlour (Famous for Gadbad Ice Cream).