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West Bengal State
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Kalimpong cheese
First introduced by Swiss missionaries, this crumbly cheese is now native to Kalimpong in West Bengal.
Rhododendron
Native to the Himalayas, the rhododendron is a flower found in many colours and is long used by mountain communities in food and drink.
Black Soybean
Black soybeans are a lesser-known variety, yet a local favourite in the hilly areas of India.
Bandel Cheese
The salty-smoky crumbly Bandel cheese’s origins can be traced back to the time the Portuguese settled in Bengal.