In this blog I am going to talk about people of Lahaul and Spiti and their food. Over there you find how still today entire community following their own tradition. People are so far from new technologies and also this virtual world. People of these valleys are some of the warmest and kindest anywhere on Earth. They provide a friendly welcome to world-weary travellers and soothe their jaded spirits. The local culture is a fascinating mix of Hindu-Buddhist-Tibetan influences, all coexisting in harmony. The result is an entire land frozen in time whose tranquil monasteries, ancient temples, colourful fairs and festivals, exotic ethnic tribes and bewitching Buddhist artefacts draw thousands of tourists every year.
On the way to these valleys, Indian food is readily available at roadside restaurants and dhaabas. However, the higher you go the more you will find that traditional Tibetan dishes are the norm: Thukpa, Kyu, Thentuk, Momos, Tsampa, Churpe, steamed dumplings and Chiltas. Although your options will be limited, the cooks will make a fair attempt to prepare your wanted dish on request. So, be prepared to eat the local take on roti, sabzi, daal and rice!
To truly experience delicious, mouth-watering Lahaul Spiti food choose a homestay. You will get the unique chance to eat traditional dishes fresh from the kitchen, whose recipes have been passed down from generations! Missing this will be something you regret!
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