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Issue 195 | February 2018

5 Things to do in Nepal - February

Rhododendron The rhododendron is a small flower with huge importance; Nepal’s national flower holds the responsibility of decorating the entire nation. It not only beautifies, but were...

The Night of Shiva

The Night of Shiva

Shivaratri, or the night of Shiva, in my mind, is always associated with the Pashupatinath Temple. The temple was set away from human settlement for a reason—in the...

Welcoming balance, spring and the Chinese New Year

The Chinese New Year brings in spring and marks a change in the calendar with the commencement of the year of the Dog according to the Chinese zodiac....

The Secret's in the Sauce

The Secret's in the Sauce

It is the sauce that defines the way we eat our momo and how our taste buds dance with each bite. Many chefs emphasize that the real...

Poleko Anda - A True Local Treat Worth Traveling For

Being an egg lover, I never pass up a chance to find my perfect boiled egg. I have had some perfectly timed boiled eggs, but I never thought...

Chhat Festival Food in Janakpur

Chhat Festival Food in Janakpur

The first time I visited Janakpur was during Chhat that falls just after the Nepali festival of Tihar. Whereas Tihar is a national festival, Chhat is celebrated only...

Tea Gardens and Rainbow Trout

Tea Gardens and Rainbow Trout

Nepal has a long history of tea cultivation, now evolving into a commercialized industry benefiting the country economically and socio- economically. Nepal’s climate is well-suited for the growth...

Discovering History

Discovering History

On the way to Swyombhunath Stupa, opposite the army hospital in Chauni, is an old Rana period durbar that has been the repository of Nepal’s history for the...

When Winter Strikes

“There is no sincerer love than the love of food” –So aptly stated by George Bernard Shaw, Irish comic dramatist and literary critic of the late nineteenth century. Food is...

Lunch at Ravi's

Lunch at Ravi's

The invitation was for Wednesday lunch at Ravi’s, in Tokha on the north side of Kathmandu. It’s not a restaurant. It’s Ravi’s home located deep inside a maze...

Flavors of China

Flavors of China

Chinese food is one of the most popular of the great cuisines of the world, and is widely known for its variety and the deep cultural and historical...

Bawarchi: Memorable and Unforgettable

Bawarchi: Memorable and Unforgettable

Bawarchi opened in 1997 and has now been serving satisfied customers for 20 years. From a small outlet they have grown to multiple branches around the Kathmandu Valley. Bawarchi...

BHOJAN GRIHA

BHOJAN GRIHA

Within the walls of Bhojan Griha, all of Nepal, showcased in a single evening. Bhojan: indulgent feast of food. Griha: not only home or a house, but the nation...

Fresh and Healthy, Pho 99 Brings Vietnam to Nepal

Established in 2012, Pho 99 has managed to win the hearts of Nepali foodies and has developed a following of loyal customers with its authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Food...

The Genuine Taste of Local Sekuwa

The Genuine Taste of Local Sekuwa

Bajeko Sekuwa origins are a wonderful example of how a simple idea plus hard work can combine to create something really wonderful. Over forty years ago Dinanath Bhandari...

Tantalizing Thai Food at Yin Yang

Tantalizing Thai Food at Yin Yang

Yin Yang Restaurant is a hidden gem in Thamel, with its beautiful courtyard garden eating area and decor. Once you enter the place, it is quiet, elegant and...