Loquat
Loquat trees are laden with bright orange fruit just as winter starts to recede.
Fruit
Mulberry
Also known as King’s Berries, mulberries are delicate, tart summer staples.
Apricot
This soft, sweet stone fruit is an important marker of the region of Ladakh.
Chaunsa Mango
Known for its exceptional sweetness, rich aroma, and almost buttery texture, Chaunsa is a crowd favourite.
Hog Plum
This sweet-and-sour fruit can be enjoyed raw, cooked, or pickled.
Gular
Commonly found growing in clusters along the road, these fruits are abundant but often neglected.
Dalle Khursani
This round, fiery GI-tagged chilli is commonly found across Sikkim, Darjeeling, and Kalimpong.
Cashew
A tropical crop valued for its edible seed and fruit, cashew is widely used across cuisines in India.
Jujube
Known for its crisp, sweet, and sometimes tart flesh, Indian jujube, or ber, can be eaten in several ways.