The food in Bihar is usually typically
north Indian with an inclination towards vegetarianism. Rice forms the
staple diet along with lentils and fresh vegetables. Along the banks of the
states many rivers, fresh fish is a highly prized delicacy and in the tribal
belt, wild boar, game birds and sometimes venison is eaten by the locals. In
the cities, food has become more cosmopolitan with a variety of cuisines
served in the cafes and restaurants.