Food streets heat up as winter sets in

For many Lahoris, a cup of hot tea completes the experience.Lahore's evenings are traditionally associated with food, but the arrival of a slight chill has further increased the flow of customers to eateries.From Gawalmandi and Fort Road to Gulberg, Johar Town and Township, demand for hot and spicy snacks has risen during the evening hours.Office workers returning home and students coming back from universities and colleges can be seen enjoying….

Office workers returning home and families were among the customers visiting food points in large numbers, he added.Another vendor, Ali Raza, said demand for jalebi and tea also increased with the change in weather.

The aroma of freshly prepared jalebi was often enough to attract customers, he said.However, health experts have advised food lovers to enjoy such treats in moderation.Dr Ali Rashid of Services Hospital said samosas, pakoras, pathoras and other fried foods could be consumed occasionally and in moderate quantities, but excessive consumption could put a strain on the digestive system.He said spicy and fatty foods could aggravate acid reflux, heartburn and indigestion….

He advised citizens to eat fresh and hygienically prepared food, drink adequate water and avoid lying down immediately after eating.For Lahore's food lovers, the changing weather has brought a familiar evening ritual back to life steaming cups of tea, crisp samosas and freshly prepared jalebis.

With a little moderation, residents can enjoy the flavours of the season without compromising their health.

Food streets heat up as winter sets in Iqra Liaqat | Updated 15 minutes ago | Vendors say families, office workers driving evening demand for hot snacks.