Telegraph India. Kolkata has been named the most vegan-friendly city of India in 2025 by PETA India and the title sits naturally on a city that has long embraced plant-based cooking in its everyday meals. Bengali vegan dishes include aloo posto, aloo chop, cholar dal, tomato khejur chutney, and puchka. Kolkata has long been celebrated for its vibrant street food and rich culinary heritage.