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Bhojanlipi Swaad - 6 on 4th Bhadra at Royal Thai Hospitality BHaktapur

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Khichadi: Nepal’s Ancient One-Pot Wisdom Waiting to Be Remembered

There are foods that fill the stomach, and there are foods that carry memory, philosophy, and time within them. Khichadi belongs firmly to the second kind. Known in Sanskrit as “khichcha” - literally meaning rice and legumes cooked together - "khichadi" is one of South Asia’s most ancient and enduring food ideas. Over centuries, it has travelled across regions, languages, religions, and households, becoming khichdi, khichri, khichuri, khichadi, and more. From India, Nepal,

Cookbook 'Mystic Kitchens of Nepal' Wins Gourmand Award know as Oscar of the Food and Drink Publishing World

Nepal’s culinary heritage has earned prestigious global recognition as the cookbook 'The Mystic Kitchens of Nepal', authored by Nepali chef and food researcher Chef Bikram Vaidya , has been awarded at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2025. The book received the title of World’s Best Food Tourism Cookbook, placing Nepal firmly on the international gastronomic map and marking a proud moment for the country’s culinary and cultural community. The Mystic Kitchens of Nepal is mo

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Bhakka Diwas Celebrated Honouring a Terai Heritage Dish and Its Torchbearers

Kathmandu – Nepal today marked the 9th Bhakka Diwas , celebrating Bhakka , a traditional steamed rice delicacy of the Rajbanshi community from the Terai region. Deeply rooted in Terai lifestyle and morning food culture, Bhakka symbolizes simplicity, nutrition, and ethnic identity. Traditionally prepared from coarse rice flour and gently steamed, Bhakka has long been consumed in eastern Terai districts such as Jhapa and Morang. Despite its rich cultural value, the dish remain

Luxury Culinary Event in Kathmandu: Tasneem's Cookout at Yak & Yeti

The culinary calendar of 2026 began on an elegant and high-note as Tasneem Shahani of Tasneem Kitchen hosted the first Tasneem's Cookout of the year in collaboration with the iconic Hotel Yak & Yeti , Kathmandu’s most storied luxury heritage hotel. From 11:00 am , an intimate gathering of culinary enthusiasts, professionals, and lifestyle patrons arrived at the venue, where the first half-hour was dedicated to meet & greet, socialising, and networking . The ambiance reflect

10th Dhading Festival to be Held from 15–25 Magh

Kathmandu – The 10th Dhading Festival is scheduled to take place from 15 to 25 Magh at the open ground in Dhadhingbessi, Ward No. 3, Nilkantha Municipality. The festival is organized by the Dhadhing Chamber of Commerce and Industry under the patronage of Nilkantha Municipality. During a press conference on Tuesday, the organizers announced that the festival will be held under the theme: “Sustainable development of Dhadhing and the foundation of its economy: agriculture, touri

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Baan Thai - The Taste of Thailand

For more than two decades, Baan Thai has been quietly serving the taste of Thailand in the heart of Kathmandu. The name itself, “Baan,” meaning “home” in Thai, perfectly captures the spirit of the restaurant — warm, welcoming, and deeply rooted in authenticity. It is a place where the comforting aroma of lemongrass, kaffir lime, and Thai basil greets you at the door, and where the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors unfolds with every bite. The story of Baan Th