The falooda at Palace at the Ben is, well, a noodle milkshake, an Indian dessert as obscure as it is tasty. Noodles and milk are combined with fragrant rose syrup and basil seeds for an odd but incredible dessert that requires a fork, a spoon and a straw.

Palace at the Ben | 834 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA | 267-232-5600 | http://www.thepalaceattheben.com