Four hours, you know, we walked for four hours, and you end up with something you weren’t expecting. This is what is called “Expectation vs Reality.” Six of us hiked all the way from Godawari to Lakuri Bhanjyang, Lalitpur. With hungry stomachs, not having a proper breakfast, we asked for food, and the Chef said, …
Hunger Hunt
Sapu Mhicha | Hidden Treasure of Newari Cuisine
Sapu Mhicha (सपू म्हिचा) enthusiasts prepare a tasty traditional dish from Nepal, particularly popular among the Newar Community. The dish’s unique and delicious flavor distinguishes it. To create this special treat that you shouldn’t miss when visiting Kathmandu Valley, people stuff buffalo leaf tripe with bone marrow. Sapu Mhicha stands out as a distinct flavor …
Hot Spicy Food at Honacha
“घरमा अली कती पिरो भयो भने करौउने अनी पाटनमा गएर होनाचाको पिरो आलु खादा केही नहुने ?” (If there’s only a bit of spicy food at home, you’ll complain, but when you go to Patan for spiced potatoes, won’t you complain at all?) Honacha is a local restaurant in Lalitpur, Nepal, with a long history …
Exploring the Best Newari Local Eateries in Patan
The Newar or Newa communities in Kathmandu Valley have probably developed the richest food culture in Nepal over centuries. Festival (Jatraa) and Feasting (Bhoye) play a central role in Newari culture. Patan (Yala), a beautiful old city on the south side of the Bagmati River, is a great place for trying Newari food. You can …