🍛 Bhaat and Dubuk
A staple meal in Kumaon, Bhaat (rice) is often paired with Dubuk, a thick, nutritious curry made from pulses like bhatt (black soybeans) or gahat (horse gram). It is slow-cooked to perfection and eaten with rice.
🥘 Aloo Ke Gutke
A popular spicy potato dish, where boiled potatoes are stir-fried with mustard seeds, red chilies, and turmeric. This dish is often served with puri or bhang ki chutney (hemp seed chutney).
🍲 Chainsoo
A protein-rich dish made from black gram dal (urad dal), roasted and ground into a paste, then cooked with ghee and local spices. It has a strong, earthy flavor and is usually eaten with rice🍵 Kumaoni Raita
A refreshing side dish made with yogurt, cucumber, mustard seeds, and turmeric, adding a tangy and spicy flavor to meals.
🥣 Sisunak Saag
A unique and healthy dish made from stinging nettle leaves, cooked with spices and ghee. It is rich in nutrients and a Kumaoni specialty.
🥗 Thechwani
A traditional dish made with crushed radish or potatoes cooked in a spicy gravy. It is a homely, comforting dish with a strong flavor.

Traditional Sweets of Almora
🍬 Bal Mithai
The most famous sweet of Almora, Bal Mithai is a fudge-like sweet made from roasted khoya (thickened milk), coated with sugar balls. It has a rich, caramelized taste and is a must-try!

🍯 Singodi
Another Kumaoni delicacy, Singodi is a sweet made from khoya, coconut, and cardamom, wrapped in a maalu leaf for a distinct aroma and flavor.

Beverages & Snacks
🌸 Buransh (Rhododendron) Juice
A refreshing drink made from the bright red flowers of rhododendron, known for its cooling and medicinal properties.

🌰 Bhang Ki Chutney
A tangy and nutty chutney made from roasted hemp seeds, coriander, garlic, and lemon juice. It pairs perfectly with local dishes.

🥜 Gahat (Horse Gram) Soup
A nutritious soup made from horse gram lentils, believed to be good for digestion and immunity.

Your Guide to Kumaoni food
https://enthucutlet.com/enthuguides/a-guide-to-eating-kumaoni-cuisine/