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by Michael Marinelli
Special to VegDining.com A trip to Nepal can certainly be a tenuous one in many ways, but fear not, vegetarian food is everywhere! Since the economy of Nepal relies so heavily upon tourist revenues, the restaurants do their best to cater to tastes from around the world. While the quality may not necessarily satisfy discriminating tastebuds, the quantity and selection will certainly delight any ravenous traveller. A menu in a typical restaurant will include a wide array of ethnic delicacies. Any combination of the following cuisine may be represented: Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, American, English, French, German and Nepalese. Vegetarianism is clearly understood in Nepal, eating meat versus not eating meat. Unfortunately, veganism is not so clear. Not to worry though, the locals are quite accommodating once they understand your needs. As someone who is used to vegetarian selections consisting of steamed vegetables or grilled vegetables, it was pleasing to see the varied selection provided. Choices may include but are not limited to the following:
Notes on Food Preparation:
- most dishes are served with some sort of cheese or dairy product (vegans) Useful Words/Phrases: I found that knowing a little Nepali goes a long when requesting certain foods or bargaining or trying to make friends. The following are some useful words and phrases that can be used when dining:
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Michael Marinelli put his corporate life on hold while backpacking for a month in Nepal in April 2001. Michael is vegan and VegDining's New York City correspondent. He can be reached at Michael_Marinelli@VegDining.com. Photographs by Michael Marinelli. |
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