ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP): Chicken corn soup has cemented its place as a winter staple in the capital, bringing warmth and joy to residents while offering an affordable luxury.<\/p>\n
Among the most renowned places are Islamabad’s Melody Food Park at G-6 and one prominent soup spot in G-9 Markaz, where customers gather to enjoy this seasonal favorite.<\/p>\n
At Melody Food Park, Ahsan Haideri, a veteran shopkeeper, has been running a prominent soup stall for over three decades. “It’s been thirty years, and most families visit us to enjoy our soup in this cool weather,” he shared proudly.<\/p>\n
Haideri’s stall offers two options: chicken corn soup without egg for Rs 150 per serving and with egg for Rs 200.<\/p>\n
“The rates are affordable and within reach of all segments of society,” he added, noting, “The egg-enhanced variant is the crowd favourite.”<\/p>\n
“Ensuring quality and hygiene was a priority for Haideri and that is the reason people prefer our stall. The soup business is especially profitable in winter, and I recommend others to consider starting this business during the colder months,” he advised. However, he urged the relevant authorities to provide relief on stall rents amidst rising inflation.<\/p>\n
Kashif, a frequent visitor to Melody Food Street, described his fondness for the soup saying, “In cold weather, I prefer chicken corn soup with egg. It\u2019s delicious and affordable compared to other food options, making it accessible to all classes of society.”<\/p>\n
“I often take away parcels for my family, they all like the taste of my favourite place,” he added.<\/p>\n
In G-9 Markaz, Osama Iqbal manages a family-run business which is in operation for over 35 years. “Our soup spot is a favourite among all age groups,” he said.<\/p>\n
“We ensure quality and hygiene at controlled rates, which has helped us build a loyal customer base,” he added.<\/p>\n
The soup spot offers a single serving of chicken corn soup for Rs 160 without egg and Rs 200 with egg, which is prepared using a unique homemade recipe with a ‘Desi Tarqa’ twist. The spot also features a family hall and a newly built rooftop where patrons can enjoy their meals.<\/p>\n
One regular customer, Alizay, who resides in G-9 said, “I, along with my family, visit here daily. Their chicken corn soup is my favourite, as it has more chicken chunks and egg pieces than other spots,” she said.<\/p>\n
“The affordable prices make it accessible to everyone,” she added.<\/p>\n