On World Idli Day today, Swiggy announced that a customer from Hyderabad has indulged in idlis worth INR 7.3 lakh over the past 12 months, showcasing a true love for this South Indian delicacy.
In a statement, the company revealed that the prime time for ordering idlis falls between 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Moreover, consumers from cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Coimbatore, and Mumbai also enjoy this delicacy during dinner hours.
Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai emerged as the top three cities for idlis orders, followed by Pune, Mumbai, and Coimbatore, Delhi, Vizag, Kolkata, and Vijayawada.
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The plain idli stands out as the most favored variation across all cities, with a plate of two pieces being the predominant choice among consumers.
Swiggy stated that Rava idli is especially popular in Bengaluru, while ghee/neyi karam podi idli is preferred in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Additionally, Thatte idli and mini idli consistently secure their place among idli orders across various cities.
Idlis hold the position of the second-most ordered breakfast item on the platform, trailing closely behind masala dosa.
According to the online food delivery platform, the top five restaurants renowned for their idlis are Asha Tiffins in Bengaluru, A2B – Adyar Ananda Bhavan in Bengaluru and Chennai, Varalakshmi Tiffins in Hyderabad, Sree Akshayam in Chennai, and Veena Stores in Bengaluru.
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