On the third morning, we took a four-hour train journey from Delhi to Agra. We encountered some scammers at the station, adding a touch of excitement to our trip.

The homestay is located less than 1 kilometer from the Taj Mahal.

Sunita Homestay in Agra

Coordinates: 27.1677219, 78.0496484

Sunita homestay focuses on accommodation services, but also offers food orders. However, food is only prepared upon request.

Approximately 1 hour, 300 rupees per set.

Top left - Chapati, freshly grilled, with a slightly salty and buttery flavor.

The white sweetmeat on the fork is called Petha, a famous dessert from Agra. It is also known as White Pumpkin or White Melon.

Upon tasting, it turned out to be candied winter melon, a local Thai delicacy.

The rice is soft and moist, not dry.

Bottom left - Unsure of the exact name, let's call it "Auntie's Spicy Curry".

The large green chilies are stir-fried with spices until soft, with a spicy, slightly salty and sweet flavor.

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Next, Jeera Aloo, a dry potato stir-fry with a well-rounded flavor profile, characterized by a balance of saltiness and a smooth, buttery richness.

Masala Aloo Moong: A savory and tangy potato and green gram curry with a hint of spice.

However, what lingers in my mind even more is the Chai (Jhai) hot tea at your aunt's house.

The aunt shyly followed us to the kitchen to demonstrate how to make the drink, but she refused to look at the camera.

Aunt's recipe is to boil plain water, add tea, mashed fresh ginger, sugar, boil for a while, then add milk.

Bring to a boil again, then strain the tea through a sieve. Serve immediately.

For a complete recipe, add a small amount of cardamom and cinnamon.

TATA TEA Premium, priced at 90 rupees, is available at grocery stores nationwide.

In India, if you experience caffeine withdrawal symptoms, drinking tea can be an effective substitute to combat drowsiness.

Hotel Atulyaa Taj, Agra

Coordinates: 27.1689169, 78.0499461

There are few restaurants near the homestay. Most of them are hotel restaurants.

The price of the breakfast buffet is comparable to that of a rice tray at a local vendor.

A la carte breakfast set

Breakfast: Bread, boiled eggs, tea/coffee, juice, cornflakes. Price: 215-250 rupees.

Sweet and Sour Fish

I'm starting to get tired of spices and want to eat some meat.

Order sweet and sour fish curry, which tastes like the familiar sweet and sour stir-fry.

Use the acidity of vinegar and tomato sauce instead of pineapple.

A generous portion of thick-cut fried fish.

Chicken Curry

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Spicy chicken curry with strong spices, salty and creamy taste, with minced chicken mixed with spices.

Omelette

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Omelette with a lot of cheese, a lot of butter and milk. The color and smell are like someone has already digested it.

It's hard to swallow, but He-Man can eat it. Let's share the responsibility.

Two cups of curry, a pot of rice, an omelet, plain water, and mango juice for 1300 rupees.

Delicious Indian mango juice. Recommended.

From the Taj Mahal to Delhi: A Farewell Tour

Rumi Amritsari Naan in Delhi

Coordinates: 28.6422403, 77.2105488

This restaurant is located in the same alley as Sita Ram. The first day I ate their lentil curry was amazing.

Authentic North Indian and Chinese vegetarian cuisine. Comfortable seating, clean environment, and excellent service.

Amritsari Naan - 110 Rupees

Comprises

(From left to right) Pickled shallot dipping sauce, similar to pickled vegetables, with a sweet and sour taste, slightly spicy from the shallots.

Chola Masala is a chickpea curry with a salty gravy. The creamy chickpeas help to balance the saltiness.

Dal Makhani: A lentil stew with red kidney beans, cooked in butter and cream, offering a rich and creamy flavor compared to other lentil dishes.

The rich aroma of spices from both curries

The salt lassi is slightly less salty than the one from the street vendor.

Paneer Naan: Naan bread stuffed with paneer cheese. The paneer is delicious on its own, with a mild salty and buttery flavor.

Royal Paneer --- 150 Baht

The owner recommends this dish, which is not spicy and has a creamy texture from ground cashew nuts and yogurt.

The bottom of the cup contains approximately 4-5 pieces of paneer cheese, resembling tofu in appearance.

The taste is similar to our Thai massaman curry, sweet, savory, and salty. It's delicious, easy to eat, and not too spicy.

Palak Paneer --- 150 rupees

The spinach curry with cheese is salty, creamy, and slightly spicy, with a more mature flavor profile. It is not sweet.

Garlic Naan --- 50 rupees

The garlic bread is chewy and soft, with a slightly salty flavor. It becomes more chewy when cold, but is more delicious when eaten hot.

Singapuri Noodles --- 70 Rupees

The dish resembles our local stir-fried rice noodles, with a bold, salty, sour, and spicy flavor. The chewy vegetables provide a nice contrast to the creamy paneer cheese.

Curd - 30 rupees

Authentic homemade yogurt, unsweetened, with a strong milk smell. Not for me. - -‘

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The ice cream shop was closed for unknown reasons last time, so we have made new plans for today.

Enjoy ice cream first, then visit the mosque, followed by stewed goat meat.

Kuremal Mohanlal Kulfiwale

Coordinates: 28.647547, 77.22691

There are two ice cream shops in the alley, only one block apart. This shop has stairs leading down to a seating area inside.

Slightly cheaper, easy-to-eat flavor with less spices.

Mango Kulfi ---200 Baht

The sweet and creamy taste of the ice cream contrasts perfectly with the cool, refreshing bite of the mango.

Not as sweet and cloying as typical Indian desserts, this one features crunchy pistachios for a satisfying bite.

Kuremal Mahavir Prasad Kulfi Wale

Coordinates: 28.647387, 77.226781

Try a nearby restaurant.

Kulfi Stuffed Apple - 250 Rupees

After trying the mango from the first stall, we asked to try an apple. The vendor's face fell slightly when we opted for the apple.

After tasting, I understand why the mango is truly more delicious. The apple's firm, bland flesh is completely masked by the coldness.

Kulfi Stuffed Mango - 250 Rupees

To be fair, I tried the mango from this shop too.

The machine is larger, the smell of milk and spices is stronger, and it is a fine line between disgusting and delicious.

This translates to: "It's like eating durian for the first time. You either love it or hate it. If you want to experience India, I recommend this restaurant."

Kulfi --- 60 rupees

The unfamiliar spice notes in this simple ice cream come from rose water, cardamom, and vetiver.

Modern recipes combine heavy cream and condensed milk with the milk, resulting in a richer and creamier texture.

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Karim's

Coordinates: 28.649326, 77.233678. Enter through a small alleyway.

A century-old restaurant, inheriting recipes from the last Mughal emperor's royal chefs.

Before India became a British colony,

The kitchen is on the left, and the dining area is on the right.

Side dish

Chicken Biryani --- 210 INR

Mughlai-style Chicken Biryani with Boiled Egg

This dish features fluffy, flavorful rice with a hint of saltiness, sweetness, and a touch of spice. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the boiled egg adds a delightful textural contrast.

A tender, stewed chicken thigh nestled beneath a bed of rice.

Mutton Qormar / Mutton Kormar --- 170 INR

Braised Goat Curry

This dish resembles massaman curry in flavor, but without the sweetness. It boasts a savory, rich, and slightly spicy profile.

The dish exudes an aromatic blend of meat and rich spices. The tender meat falls effortlessly off the bone.

Kheer --- 31 rupees

Rice pudding, known as "Khao Neeo" in Thai, is a dessert with a texture similar to thick, dry porridge.

Made from rice simmered in milk until thick, with saffron, cardamom, and pistachios.

Sweet and creamy milk flavor

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After settling the bill, I was offered a sweet fennel seed sprinkled with sugar crystals to cleanse my palate. The aroma was cool and refreshing, with a subtle sweetness reminiscent of herbal candy.

It has digestive, throat-soothing, and breath-freshening properties.

Rajiv Chowk Food Court

Coordinates: 28.6328622, 77.2195423

The Rajiv Chowk metro station interchange is a bustling hub for commuters, with a high volume of young people and working professionals passing through.

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Proven by being packed like sardines in the Indian subway.

The station offers a variety of fast food options, including cakes, ice cream, coffee, and Burger King.

Chicken and Cheese Momos (Fried) - 130 Rupees

For those who want to avoid spices, this dish is recommended.

Gooey cheese, mildly salted minced chicken, wrapped in crispy fried dough.

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The long-awaited day has finally arrived.

Shanti Mangal Hospital

Coordinates: 27.157537, 78.056072

Awaiting medical attention in the examination room with a fever of 39°C.

As the temperature was being taken, people began to gather around Ah Jie, grinning and giggling, seemingly welcoming her (or were they?).

Kind-hearted fortune teller, asking for detailed symptoms.

Done. You have received antibiotics, anti-nausea medication, decongestants, and paracetamol to reduce fever.

Uncle Bear has a slight fever due to tonsillitis.

Where did Auntie go wrong?

On the first night in Agra, Ajie had diarrhea. Fortunately, she only had one meal that day, so it was easy to guess what caused it.

While Brother Bear also ate the same food, his stomach did not get upset. The difference in their diets was that:

Akbar's Tomb offers free tap water, but my friend said it smelled rusty, so I drank almost a liter myself.

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Many tourist attractions in India offer free drinking water, similar to this service.

The tomb of Akbar is slightly darker.

Fortunately, I ate little and digested it quickly, avoiding the torture of spicy spices burning my nose when I vomited.

Fortunately, the third point helped. I prepared some disinfectant and took some medicine before going to bed. When I woke up, I felt much better, just a little tired.

When good luck runs out, bad luck starts to pile up...

The antibiotic was out of stock, so I took the sample pack to the pharmacy to buy it. They accidentally gave me anti-diarrheal medication instead.

(Due to my limited knowledge of Thai, I will provide the best possible translation based on the information available.)

(Reckless for not checking the medication information online beforehand. I hurriedly took it and continued my journey by car.)

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The fever spiked suddenly, and I couldn't sleep all night.

The next morning, the uncle at the homestay helped call a tuk-tuk to take me to the hospital.

Seeking medical attention at a public hospital in India is not as daunting as it may seem. The process can be completed within an hour.

The cost of medicine for two people is around 600 rupees.

The tuk-tuk driver was shocked to hear that the passenger had not been drinking water outside. He exclaimed, "Really? Even I don't drink water outside!"

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There are many types of drinking water in India. Bisleri is a trusted brand. A large bottle costs 20 rupees.

This sentence explains that Bisleri is a reliable brand of bottled water in India and that a large bottle costs 20 rupees.

Many brands produce their own masks, which are low-cost and do not meet standards, but they are still sold for 20 rupees each.

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Time to go home!

After receiving appropriate medication and taking a full three days of rest, Ah Jie's illness has completely subsided.

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However, we are unsure which pathogens are present and where. As a precaution, it is preferable to err on the side of caution to ensure that we have the energy to fully enjoy our travels.

Charcoal powder is not effective. Antiseptics and minerals are more reliable.

And a few more snacks as souvenirs.

Similar to our local Coke, it's fizzy and less sweet. I enjoyed this can while waiting for my flight.

Cashew Burfi

I can help you translate the sentence "จำได้ว่า Barfi ร้านลุงที่ตลาดอร่อย หยิบกล่องนี้ติดมือมา" from Thai to English. Here's the translation:

"I remember that Barfi, the delicious shop run by an uncle at the market, I picked up this box and brought it with me."

However, when the milk is boiled and mixed with ground cashew nuts, it is renamed Kaju Katli.

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"Sweet enough"

Laddu

This is a sweet, ball-shaped confectionery popular in India and other South Asian countries.

Sweet and dense chickpea flour balls, best enjoyed with tea or black coffee.

Bhujia

Crispy noodles with turmeric-marinated chicken legs, featuring a salty and slightly spicy flavor profile.

Cashew Mixture

A variety of nuts with a savory, salty flavor, a hint of sourness, and a touch of spiciness.

Nine Gems

This packet combines peanuts and crispy noodles, with a sour leading flavor and a salty and spicy aftertaste.

Sweet and Sour

Sweet and sour, easy to eat, perfect as a souvenir. This bag will be the first to be finished when you get home.

Next year, Hi-Mi is determined to return to India for another round.

The woman was still terrified at the thought of having to go back.

However, there is nothing to be done. I am already on #TeamIndia.