Delhi’s Momo Mania Hooks American Vlogger, Internet Dubs Him ‘Momo Paglu’

Delhi’s legendary love affair with momos has claimed yet another admirer—this time from across the globe. A US-based content creator currently living in the national capital has gone viral after openly confessing his uncontrollable obsession with the city’s favourite street snack, sparking laughter, relatability, and a flood of momo recommendations online.

Charlie Evans, who is currently residing in the Saket area, shared a humorous video describing how a simple walk through south Delhi often turns into a full-blown momo mission. Filmed along the bustling IGNOU Road—an area dotted with momo stalls and eager food lovers—the video captures how the aroma of freshly steamed momos makes resistance nearly impossible.

In the clip, Evans jokingly admits that even after eating momos just hours earlier, the smell alone is enough to trigger hunger all over again. He describes the experience as a “curse,” laughing at his lack of self-control and confessing that momos have quietly transformed from an occasional indulgence into a daily habit.

The video, captioned “Vlog: Curse of the MoMo,” quickly resonated with viewers, many of whom saw their own food struggles reflected in the vlogger’s experience. Social media users flooded the comments with witty reactions, with several affectionately labelling him a “momo paglu”—a term that quickly became the unofficial takeaway from the clip.

Beyond humour, the video highlighted how deeply Delhi’s street food culture embeds itself into everyday life. Evans shared that living in India has significantly reshaped his eating habits, with momos no longer just a snack but a regular part of his routine. From evening strolls turning into snack breaks to the inability to walk past a stall without stopping, the story felt instantly familiar to many Delhiites. The comment section soon became a crowdsourced guide to the city’s best momo spots, as users enthusiastically suggested their favourite vendors across neighbourhoods. Others admitted they could survive on momos every day, echoing Evans’ sentiments and reinforcing the snack’s cult-like following in the capital.

Adding to the charm, the vlogger also expressed hope of someday taking momos back to the US and introducing friends and family to the comfort food he has grown fond of. While shared in a light-hearted tone, the video struck a deeper chord—capturing how living in India often leaves visitors embracing its flavours far more intensely than they ever expected.

As the clip continues to circulate online, it serves as yet another reminder of Delhi’s unmatched street food culture—where momos are not just food, but an emotion, a habit, and for some, a delicious lifelong “curse.”