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INDIAN OCEAN BREWINGBREWERY
The Indian Ocean Brewing Co is located on Mindarie Marina, just outside the Northern suburbs. It looks out over the water. Few brewery views are better than this: blue skies, palm trees, yachts, and endless ocean. This view is complemented…
Nepalgunj Foods
Nepalgunj is a mid-western region administrative, economic, and transport hub. It is close to India’s border and borders two national parks, Banke National Park and Bardiya National Park. It is home to various food cultures, including Madhesi, Muslim, and Tharu…
Pindalu Ra Sukuti Ko Tarkari (Taro & Smoke-dried Meat Curry)
In rural Nepal, meat was once a rare commodity. When meat is plentiful during big festivals, excess meat (including bone-in) is stored over a firewood stove ( Chulho) for a few days and then smoke-dried. This allows meat to be preserved…
Dulegauda Khahaireni Food Guide: Tibetan Foods and Local Fish
Dulegauda Khareni is a small village in Tanahun’s Sukla Gandaki Municipality. It lies approximately 25 km east of Pokhara, along the Seti Gandaki River. This is where you’ll see the majestic Annapurna range, including the iconic Machhapuchre, if you travel…
Khichadi: Rice Porridge and Savory Black Lentil
In Nepal, there are many festivals throughout the year. It is interesting to note that specific cultural foods are consumed during specific festivals. This reflects the diversity of Nepal’s food culture. Brahmin and Chhetri communities from the western hilly areas…
Kaguno Kheer- Foxtail Millet Sweet Porridge
Kaguno is my favorite grain. It is an old type of millet that is also considered to be the first domesticated millet. It is found in the Karnali, Lamjung, and Kaski mid-hills of Nepal. It is a soft, creamy millet that…
Boudha III – Tibetan and Sherpa cuisine
The Boudhanath stupa, known initially as Khasti chaitya, has a different vibe. It is still being determined if this is due to preconceived ideas about Buddhism. However, you feel peaceful and meditative. You feel like you can find selfness and…
Our Food Culture:
Nepal’s food is just as diverse culturally as it is ethnically and geographically. Many of us need to learn about its richness and are less likely to learn about other cuisines than the ones we are familiar with. Although food…
Adauri Ki Tarkari – Lentil Nuggets Curry
Adauri, a sundried nugget from chickpeas, black lentils or mung beans ( Urd Daal), flour, or paste. In hilly regions of Nepal, Masyura (chunks made with black lentils, rice beans, and taro/colocasia leaves), Maithil, Tharu, and other ethnic communities, make Adauri. It is a…
Good Noodle Soup in a Bowl – Where can you find it in Kathmandu
Noodle soup is the last thing I want to eat. The broth and the spices that accompany it make a good noodle soup. Eating a bowl of noodle soup will always satisfy no matter how hot or cold the day….