Sikkim, June 23(ANI): Sikkim, a tourists' paradise, is known for its unique culture and cuisine. Recently, Sikkim Food Festival 2016 was held for food lovers giving a boost to culinary skills of chefs who aspire to prepare good and authentic cuisines from across the country. The Governor of Sikkim Shriniwas Patil inaugurated the festival. The festival has attracted many tourists, especially the foodies who love to relish organic food. The food festival saw authentic cuisines like Tea momos, Irish Popper, Thukpa, vegetable lasagne. Besides these, beverages like 'Ginseng' and others were also on display. The government of Sikkim is paying special attention to promote tourism in the state with an aim to generate revenue and employment.