Momo, yak and dal bhat—mmmm, how about that?

Nepal stretches between two dynastic cuisines—Tibetan China and India. Sandwiched in the middle of these ancient empires and secluded from much of the world for centuries, Nepal’s everyday food is as beautiful as it is rustic, as wholesome as it is subtle. Be prepared for simple ingredients that alone are rather plain but that when combined with tantalizing spices, create fireworks of flavor.

Traditional cuisine

Nepalese cuisine is often viewed as rather plain or basic, especially since potatoes, corn, and rice are the staples. Yet these same simple foods are the perfect building blocks to create an outstanding meal. With the Nepalese for flavor, a simple rice dish is converted into a magnificent with garlic or made with fenugreek and paprika.