Food With A Side Of History, with Mitali Bakhai

Food With A Side of History is a walking tour through the bustling alleys around Crawford Market, where the past and present come together in every bite. As we explore, you’ll hear stories about the historic shops, places of worship, and the people who shaped this neighbourhood into what it is today. Along the way, we’ll stop at iconic eateries, discovering how the businesses around them have influenced the area’s unique food culture. Come hungry - for tales and treats!

Mitali is Bombay born and raised. She has spent most of her adult life in the world of Advertising but has a passion for local history and all things delicious. She loves exploring cities on foot, enjoys showing people around the city she proudly calls home, and tends to have a food list ready for every mood. The walk route you’ll explore with her is one she knows well - having walked it countless times as a child, accompanying her mom on errands through the alleys of this bustling area.