Nepali Cuisine in Hong Kong

Another best friend reunion in Hong Kong. And, it’s a birthday celebration. So there’s nothing better than a nostalgic lunch.

A couple years ago, we journeyed around Nepal and came back talking about our memories of momos and Nepali beer. After walking around SoHo in search of a fun place for to eat with a good lunch set deal, we found Nepal Restaurant. Perfect!

The momos brought back fond memories of our trip. The cuisine and Nepali staff make this place a great find if you’re looking for a Himalayan treat.

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Thakali Eating in Pokhara

Our last meal in Pokhara - this had to be special. What better way to celebrate than with a Thakali set meal!

Tucked away in a side street, Pokhara Thakali Kitchen is like a homey oasis. Everything was so fresh with a variety of flavors..and unlimited! They should have left the containers of food with us because we kept asking for more and more. What a great way to end our last night in Pokhara.

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Can't get enough Momos

Four days in a small city filled with many options for dining. You know a place is good when you dine there twice. And, when you see the same diners eating there, too.

Tibetan Kitchen. Why was this place so good? Because they freshly made momos in so many forms. Momos, our favorite of the trip!

This is a family run operation. When you're eating, it feels like you're visiting a local family and dining on their comfort food. A foreign home away from home.

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Feasting on Newari Cuisine

One last night in Kathmandu before our flight to Pokhara called for a celebratory dinner with our new local friends.

We were taken to a gem of a local spot, Bhumi, to feast on Newari cuisine. Newari food is a type of Nepali cuisine.

We started the night with shots of Aila, the local liquor. The taste reminded me of gin with the feel of vodka.

The food was memorable! Grilled, seasoned, and filled with so much flavor. I highly recommend this restaurant if you ever make your way to Kathmandu.

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Momos in Nepal

A mid day break from touring and sight seeing - Food time!

In our local friend's hometown in Kathmandu, we relaxed with snacks and momos in a neighborhood restaurant, Le Trio.

These momos were some of the best we had in Kathmandu. It's the traditional momos drowning in delicious spicy, rich soup. After eating these bowls, I was addicted and looking for momos every chance I could get.

Chinese steamed dumplings with bold, spicy Indian flavors. The India-China influence of Nepal can totally be summed up in these dumplings.

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More Thakali Eating in Thamel

After our quick bite of papad and momos, we met up with my best friend's college friend for lunch in Thamel. And we also were introduced to the Thakali set.

The set is a complete meal and it's the best way to fill up until you're absolutely stuffed. It includes daal (black lentil soup), achar (pickles vegetables and spices), green vegetables, potatoes, fresh raw vegetables, yogurt, and rice --> All Unlimited.

The mutton curry is the additional non-vegetable choice (which is not unlimited). Aside from rice, you can also order roti to sop up the liquids and the spices.

Every bite is mixed and eaten with rice. This set meal truly filled you up and satisfies your tastes buds with all the salty, sweet, sour, spicy, and bitter flavors. This is definitely a complete meal.

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Thakali Eats in Kathmandu

I think it should be an absolute requirement to taste the local cuisine when you travel anywhere.

Our first and last meals in Kathmandu were local bites in the same restaurant near our hotel in the Thamel district. Thakali Chef's Bhanchha Ghar features roof top dining - a popular feature in restaurants in Kathmandu. It's a great way to enjoy a drink or meal while taking in the sights of the city. It's also a great escape from the chaos below.

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