Your Monsoon Comfort Food Based On Your Zodiac Sign

There is something about the drizzle of monsoon rain that awakens cravings for comfort food. Be it hot, spicy, tangy, deep-fried or soupy, monsoon is the time to indulge. If you have also been troubled by the decision of what to have on a rainy day, then the stars decide for you this season. Simply, add a dash of zodiac drama, and you have the perfect recipe. 

Aries (Mar 21–Apr 19)

Misal Pav

Bold, fiery, and always on the move, Aries needs a snack with spice and personality. Misal pav, Maharashtra’s punchy favourite, is crunchy and full of flavours. The topping of sev and chopped onions on the spicy misal, paired with a soft bun – what more can an Aries ask for on a rainy day?

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Hot Chocolate

This earth sign loves luxury, indulgence and warmth in all of their many forms, including food. Their idea of a happy monsoon day is a mug of velvety hot chocolate, ideally topped with marshmallows, paired with their favourite show. Don’t expect them to come out of their cave so soon!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Pani Puri Chaat

Geminis love novelty. They are the ultimate multitaskers and need variety when it comes to both life and food. Pani puri, with its bursts of spice, tang, and crunch, keeps their taste buds guessing from start to finish. Just as the names differ in every state, from gol-gappe to phuchkas, the variety in flavours is a strong selling point for this air sign.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Ramen

Cancerians crave warmth, familiarity, and food that is like a warm hug on a rainy day. A hot bowl of ramen, rich in umami broth and slurpy noodles, offers all that and more. In a weather that is prone to make you sick sometimes, a steaming bowl of ramen is not only delicious but also healing.

Leo (July 23-August 22) 

Prawn Tempura

Leos demand drama and attention, even on their plates. A perfectly golden fried prawn tempura is indulgent, bold, and designed for centre stage. This sign thrives under the spotlight and deserves a dish that is truly a decadent meal.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Sabudana Vada

Ever the perfectionist, Virgo finds joy in a snack that is both wholesome and nutritious. Warm sabudana vada with soothing hot tea offers quiet luxury without excess, which is Virgo's life motto.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

Soup Dumplings

This venusian sign loves beauty and balance. They practically coined the term ‘aesthetics’. Soup dumplings are soft, delicate, and filled with fragrant broth. And what’s more? It even makes a great picture for the ‘gram! A perfect rainy day meal for Librans.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Malabar Curry and Appam

One cliché about Scorpios that always bugs me is how they are represented as these blackholes of intense mystery. Trust me, they can be quite the softies at heart. Drawn to layered dishes that tug at heartstrings, the indulgent Malabar curry with soft, lace-edged appams is just the right monsoon comfort food for this water sign.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

Gulab Jamun

While adventure and globe-trotting may course through their veins, even hard-core Sagittarians melt when monsoon hits. Their comfort food? A warm, syrup-soaked gulab jamun that offers sweet comfort and a reminder that home can taste this good.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Khichdi with Pickles and Ghee

For the Capricorns, a humble plate of khichdi with ghee and homemade pickles is the monsoon meal equivalent of a soft reset. These grounded human beings love falling back on nostalgia, any chance they get. And let’s be honest, khichdi is the original all-time comfort food.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18)

Bao Buns with Tangy Sauces

Aquarians are infamously eclectic and unconventional. So, it should come as no surprise that they are drawn to food that feels different on every bite. Soft bao buns with fusion fillings and bold sauces bring a burst of flavour to a drizzly afternoon. 

Pisces (February 19-March 20)

Khow Suey

Dreamy and intuitive, Pisceans seek food with complex flavours. A generous bowl of khow suey, fragrant with coconut milk and topped with crunchy garnishes, speaks to their inner poet. The warmth of the Khow Suey is a guaranteed comfort on days you don’t want to step out of the house.

The stars have spoken. Now, it is time to take out your umbrella and head to your favourite restaurant and settle in for a meal that leaves you warm, full, and content to the core.