Food Horoscope: Which

Street Food

Best Describes Your Zodiac?

Cancer: Chole Bhature

Emotional Cancer is all about trust. Street food isn’t a random, weekday indulgence for this water sign. It’s a Sunday ritual. Like the kind one may have with chole bhature. Chole bhature, with their puffed breads, spicy curry, and onions on the side, are the personification of soul food. Cancerians likely have their favourite store bookmarked, or might only have it from that one street food seller that they’ve been visiting for years. 

Leo: Raj Kachori

Leos, much like the king of the jungle, are royal (or at least act like it). Raj Kachori, with its enormous, puffed-up puri, heavy filling, and sauces dripping on the side, is certainly the queen of the chaat world. Both Leos and Raj Kachori demand attention and require careful handling, lest they explode! This was a match made in foodie heaven. 

Virgo: Podi Idli

Clean, portioned and functional, podi idli suits Virgos perfectly. Just like a Virgo knows how to deliver style and substance, podi idli serves visual appeal and balanced flavour that leave a mark, without overwhelming the senses. The symmetry between the idlis also suits Virgo’s need for perfection. And everyone who’s made idlis knows, achieving that perfect rise, without letting it get too hard or soggy, takes consistent practice. The kind Virgo is all too adept at. 

Libra: Samosas

Libras, who value balance but also lean towards vanity (just not the overbearing kind, like the Leos), are definitely attracted to samosas that are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and carry a universal appeal. Much like Librans can charm any room without compromising on their core nature, a samosa’s fillings can also be adapted to fit the consumer, but the look and feel remain the same. 

Scorpio: Momos

No one really knows how momos became the talk of town, but you can’t deny their almost-mystical reach. And that’s peak Scorpio energy - a slow, steady, and indisputable rise of fame. It will be thrust into the spotlight, whether it wants it or not. Now, everyone knows momos are best enjoyed with their fiery, spicy chutney — but you need to be careful with the quantity, or it might just “sting”, pun intended. 

Sagittarius: Tacos

Sagittarians love their freedom and are forever on a quest to know more. Their need for global recognition aligns well with tacos, which don’t restrict their fillings, unlike burritos or wraps. And though they originated in Mexico, today, they are popular across the globe. Just like a Sagittarius that learns, grows, and adapts with every adventure, tacos have adapted to local flavours and dietary needs like fish to the sea. 

Capricorn: Vada Pao

Ah, few dishes represent the soul of a fast-moving city of dreams like vada pao. And it also represents the hard-working dreamer, Capricorn — always looking for practical choices that don’t distract from work but rather, fuel the passion. Just like Capricorns expertly navigate material and emotional needs, vada pao is not just affordable and practical, but also flavourful and hearty. 

Aquarius: Doner Kebab

Doner kebab, with its many variations that have continued to date, is shamelessly revolutionary, much like the progressive Aquarian. Aquarians, with their innovative approach to life, want to make the world a better place. And when it comes to good food, doner kebabs do just that by relying on artfully sliced ground meat, a tangy mix of sauces, and condiments. 

Pisces: Koshary

Pisces lives in a world of whimsy, but is all too aware of what the real world demands. And that’s why it is best represented by koshary, Egypt’s national street food that combines the best of all comfort food - rice, macaroni, and brown lentils, topped with chickpeas, a tangy tomato-vinegar sauce, garlic, and crispy fried onions for a rich mix of textures and tastes. Much like the Piscean fishes, it straddles two (or multiple worlds) but soothes the soul with every bite. 

A Starry Palate

Now, you can order what the sign demands to suit your cravings. Or cook what your favourite person’s sign loves. Or simply bookmark this list of epic street foods and revisit it when the mood strikes. After all, the planetary movements don’t have to define the palate movements!