Nepali Mother's Day - (Mata Tirtha Aunsi 2014)
Nepali Mother's Day - Aamaako Mukh Herne Din or Maataa Tirtha Aunsi (आमाको मुख हेर्ने दीन, माता तिर्थ औंसी) Mother's Day is April 29, 2014 in Nepal (Baishak 16, 2071 B.S.) A very Happy Nepali...
View ArticleChayote Squash - इस्कुश (Iskush ko Tarkaari)
Enjoy the delicious and colorful vegetable dish made with the combination of chayote squash, potatoes and spices -- इस्कुश को तर्कारी -- it will add a variety to your everyday Nepali traditional meal...
View ArticleNettle Greens - sishnu ko saag - (सिस्नु को साग)
Have you ever tried these wild greens - #Nettle Greens? Sishnu ko Saag - (सिस्नु को साग) Nettle Greens - Com. name: Stinging Nettle, Bot.name: Urtica dioca L. Family: UrticaceaeStinging nettle or...
View ArticleBamboo Shoots, Potatoes, and Black-Eyed Peas Medley (Taamaa-Alu-Bodi ko...
Try something new today with the edible shoots of bamboo plants, one of the most common ingredients in Asian cooking. Taamaa-Alu-Bodi ko Tarkaariतामा-आलु-बोडी को तर्कारी Explore the most traditional...
View ArticleCassia Leaves - Tejpaat (तेजपात)
The Fragrant Allure of Tejpaat (Cassia Leaves)Nepali name: Tejpaat (तेजपात)Common name: Indian cassia, cinnamon leaf, tej patta Bot. name: Cinnamomum tamala (Buch-Ham) T. Nees & Eberm.Family:...
View ArticleTikaa and Jamaraa (Bijaya Dashami)
The Tikaa and Jamaraa of Bijaya Dashami Happy Bijaya Dashami 2014 (Ashwin 2071 - Nepali calender, Bikram Sambat).विजया दशमी (२०७१) तथा शुभ दिपावलीको शुखदउपलक्षमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना अर्पण...
View ArticlePickled Cucumber - Khalpi (खल्पी) Achaar
Discover the most unique and special kind of cucumber from Nepal Pickled Cucumber - Khalpi (खल्पी) Achaar In today's blog, I am introducing the most exotic, extremely rare and finest tasting cucumber...
View ArticleGlossary of Common Fruits of Nepal (English-Nepali) - Part 2
Common Fruits of Nepal (English-Nepali with Photographs)(Phalphul-फलफुल) - (Part 2 of 3) A Visual Guide to Fruits of Nepal - (Part 1 of 3)A Visual Guide to Fruits of Nepal - (Part 2 of 3)A Visual Guide...
View ArticleGlossary of Common Fruits of Nepal (English-Nepali) - Part I
Common Fruits of Nepal (English-Nepali with Photographs)(Phalphul-फलफुल) - (Part 1 of 3) A Visual Guide to Fruits of Nepal - (Part 1 of 3)A Visual Guide to Fruits of Nepal - (Part 2 of 3)A Visual Guide...
View ArticleGlossary of Common Fruits of Nepal (English-Nepali) - Part 3
Common Fruits of Nepal (English-Nepali with Photographs)(Phalphul-फलफुल) - (Part 3 of 3) A Visual Guide to Fruits of Nepal - (Part 1 of 3)A Visual Guide to Fruits of Nepal - (Part 2 of 3)A Visual Guide...
View ArticleNepali Garam Masalaa - (नेपाली गरम मसला)
Spice up your food with homemade Nepali Garam Masalaa (spice blends) - the aroma and flavor is outstanding!Nepali Garam Masalaa - (नेपाली गरम मसला) Garam Masalaa is an aromatic combination of several...
View ArticleKathmandu's Centuries-old Landmarks
In loving memory of the beautiful centuries-old landmarks (Pictures from my visit to Nepal in 2014)I have been shocked and saddened over the last few weeks after the earthquake in Nepal (April 25,...
View ArticleYomari or Yoh-Mari (योमरी, योह-मरी)
Discover Nepal's delicious steamed rice-flour bread with mouth-watering filling,Yomari or Yoh-Mari (योमरी, योह-मरी)!Freshly steamed Yomari breadMany of you who have been reading my blog for a while may...
View ArticleBuckwheat Bread - Phaapar ko Roti (फापरको रोटी)
Buckwheat Bread - Phaapar ko Roti (फापरको रोटी)The secret of amazing buckwheat bread - a simply delicious traditional bread, much loved by many Nepalese in different parts of Nepal! I want to wish my...
View ArticleGulaab Jaamun - Dumplings in Saffron-Cardamom Syrup (गुलाब जामुन)
Happy Holidays!Happy Deepaawali! - (शुभ दिपावलीको शुखद उपलक्षमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना)Happy Tihaar and Bhai-tikaa! - (तिहार, भाई-टिका को शुभकामना)Happy Bhintunaa Greetings! - (भिन्तुना शुभकामना)Happy...
View ArticleGreetings to all!
Namaskar and Greetings to all! नमस्कार - सु:ख, शान्ती र सम्ब्रिद्धिको लागि हार्दिक शुभकामना! Now that Christmas and New Year is almost here, it's a wonderful time of the year when everyone is in a...
View ArticleSutkeri ko Ausedhi or Masalaa - सुत्केरी को औसधि - सुत्केरी को मसला
Delicious ground nuts, seeds, dried fruits and edible- gum-based medicinal sweet confectionery prepared especially for lactating mothersEnjoy the sample of sutkeri ko ausadhi and have a complete Nepali...
View ArticleNepali Paan Battaa - नेपाली पानबट्टा (After-meal Refresher)
Nepali Paan Battaa - नेपाली पानबट्टा (After-meal Refresher)Excite your taste buds by slowly chewing small amounts of traditional Nepali whole spices after your meal. You'll really appreciate the...
View ArticleBauhinia and Potato Salad (Koirala ko Phool re Aloo ko Achaar)
Bauhinia and Potato salad (Koiralo ko Phool re Aloo ko Achaar - (कोइरालोको फुल र आलुकोअचार)Welcome to a new addition to the "Taste of Nepal" blog! This blog post is intended to be a quick guide to...
View ArticleHappy Bijaya Dashami 2016 - विजया दशमीकेा शुभकामना
I would like to wish the "Taste of Nepal Blog" readers a very Happy Bijaya Dashami 2016 (Ashoj 2073 – Bikram Sambat - Nepali calendar). May the warmth and joy of Dashain fill your heart and home with...
View Article2016 - Happy Deepawali-Tihar-Bhai Tika
2016 - Happy Deepawali-Tihar-Bhai-TikaWishing all my blog readers Happy Deepawali! - (शुभ दिपावलीको शुखद उपलक्षमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना)Happy Tihaar and Bhai-Tika! - (2073 साल को तिहार, भाई-टिका को...
View ArticleTop 18 Foods to Try in Nepal
Top 18 Traditional Nepalese Dishes Must-Try in Nepal These traditional dishes have been cooked and enjoyed in Nepal for generations. A visit to Nepal means feasting on the most delicious organically...
View ArticleRaayo ko Saag (Mustard Greens)
Mustard Greens (Sit le Khaeko Raayo ko Saag)Nepal's very own winter specialtyNepal has a complex topography with hills and flat lands, and the Kathmandu valley is renowned for the seasonal vegetables...
View ArticleJimbu – Nepalese Allium (Herb)
Jimbu जिम्बु – Nepalese Allium or Himalayan Aromatic Herb Jimbu, pronounced (jim-bu), is a dried, aromatic, perennial herb that is virtually unknown outside the Himalayan region. It's common name is...
View ArticleTraditional Alu ko Achaar ( Nepali Potato Salad)
Nepali Alu or Aloo ko Achaar (Old fashioned)(most popular side dish)Potato achaar is a popular, addictively delicious, flexible, and refreshing potato dish typically served as a side dish to accompany...
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