"From Sherpas to Gurkhas: The Essence of Nepali Cuisine and Courage"
The Sherpa People of Nepal become prominent to Westerns after the first successful Mt. Everest expedition in 1953 by Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay. The skill, expertise and dedication of Sherpas have made them an integral part of International Himalayan Climbing as Guides.
Some Sherpas have also made distinctive mark as 'Gurkhas'. Exceptionally renowned for their bravery, Gurkhas have been a fundamental part of the British Army for just over 200 years. "Better to die than be a coward" is the motto of the legendary Gurkhas.
The heart of Nepali meal is daal, bhat (lentils and rice), and achar (chutney) surrounded by other main dishes thus achieving the ultimate meal. The utmost use of fresh herbs and spices and its preparations in the "Khal" (stone mortar) makes Nepalese food unique to other contemporary Asian cuisine.