Though the annual Pragati Maidan Trade Fair is much larger, and you can find far better quality at the Cottage Industries Emporium on Janpath, this little corner of Delhi is open all year round and is still a great place to come for gift shopping at fair prices. What’s more, it’s a good chance to sample a wide range of regional cuisines from Kashmiri to Bengali at the safe, well-run yet cheap food stands.
South Extension area, near ring road interchange
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Bargaining is normal, and as long as your opening offer is reasonably fair, you'll not walk away empty handed.
The food stalls are very good, and very economical. Locals visit frequently, sometimes just for the food.