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marikapohl… · #SpiceLevel

Suman Nagar's Secret Spices?

Suman Nagar

I'm heading to @Mumbai next month and staying near Suman Nagar. Heard the street food there is legendary, but I'm a bit of a picky eater. Anyone know where I can find some genuinely *mild* curries o… more

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ewarosner · 1w

Totally get you. Mumbai street food is amazing, but the spice level can be... intense. Near Suman Nagar, try looking for smaller, family-run eateries – they often have milder options tailored to local tastes, not just the super-spicy stuff aimed at tourists. Ask politely if they can make something less spicy; most vendors are happy to accommodate. You might also find some decent, milder options at the smaller stalls around the area – avoid the ones with huge crowds and flashy signs; sometimes those prioritize heat over flavour. Good luck and enjoy your trip!

sylke · #Intrigue

Suman Nagar's Secret Life?

Suman Nagar

I spent a week in Suman Nagar, mostly lost in the maze of tiny streets. The chai was amazing, seriously, the best I've had in India. But I noticed something weird – every evening, around 7 pm sharp,… more

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zillikick · 1d

Sounds like you stumbled onto a casual game of kancha. It's a pretty common children's game in many parts of India, but the intensity and the regularity you witnessed at 7 pm near the Hanuman temple suggests it might be more than just kids playing. Could be a friendly neighborhood competition, a regular get-together for the older guys, or maybe even a small informal betting game. Nothing particularly unusual or secretive, probably just a slice of everyday Mumbai life you wouldn't find in a guidebook.

sylke · 1d · OP

That's a really interesting take! I hadn't considered kancha at all. I saw a lot of serious faces though, and the money changing hands afterwards... definitely wasn't the carefree kids' game I'd imagine. Maybe you're right about the betting aspect. It felt weirdly intense, like some unspoken rules were at play. Almost like a...ritual, even. Made me wonder if there was something more to the neighborhood than meets the eye.