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Taste the essence of Aizawl: The rich flavours of north-eastern cuisine

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Discovering the gastronomic treasures of northeast India

Indulge your taste buds and experience the vibrant culinary scene in Aizawl, Mizoram. Boasting both traditional Mizo cuisine as well as influences from neighboring states and countries, Aizawl's cuisine offers bold flavours with vibrant colours and fresh ingredients that promise an exquisite culinary journey full of aromatic spices, mouthwatering dishes and special culinary traditions! Get ready to embark on an incredible gastronomic journey that takes you on an amazing culinary adventure through this captivating city!

Bai: A stew that warms the soul

One of the must-try dishes in Aizawl is Bai, a traditional Mizo stew which showcases both its simplicity and richness of local cuisine. Crafted using tender meat boiled with vegetables for maximum flavourful impact before being mixed together with ginger garlic and aromatic spices for an irresistibly comforting meal served over steam rice, Bai is sure to leave you wanting more!

Arsa buhchiar, a savoury delight

A savoury delight, Arsa Buhchiar is an irresistibly delicious porridge featuring succulent chicken meat combined with fragrant rice, herbs like ginger and garlic from locally sourced farms, and other locally grown ingredients.

Vawksa rep, for pork lovers

Meat lovers will rejoice at discovering Vawksa Rep, an exquisite Mizo-style roasted and smoked pork dish. Packed full of succulent pieces of pork combined with earthy bamboo shoot flavours for an irresistibly delicious dish! A true gourmet experience - don't miss it.


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