India is a very diverse country with 2 national languages (Hindi and English) and 22 state languages. This chapter highlights some of the common and popular and some not-so-common foods, food ingredients, and eating practices in India from a geocultural and historical perspective. The chapter begins with the historical influences on foods, followed by the description of staple crops and commodities in India. Special emphasis was placed on spices in the section for crops and commodities. Some culinary and eating practices that are unique to India are also discussed. India is known for its sweets, snacks, and street foods. Therefore, sweets, snacks, and street foods from all of the four regions of India are discussed in this chapter. Food is integral to Hindu rituals and practices and Hinduism is practiced by 80% of the population. The nexus between food and the major religions in India are briefly presented here. Finally, a brief description of the various beverages (nonalcoholic and alcoholic), which are native to India, are provided.