{"id":6731,"date":"2026-02-06T06:52:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T06:52:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/?p=6731"},"modified":"2026-02-06T07:24:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T07:24:58","slug":"seasonal-foods-bhutan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/","title":{"rendered":"Aliments de saison au Bhoutan : ce que vous mangerez mois par mois"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6731\" class=\"elementor elementor-6731\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-599821b9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"599821b9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32007b76 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"32007b76\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<p>In Bhutan, food follows the land, the climate, and the spiritual rhythm of the country. Unlike destinations where menus stay the same year-round, Bhutanese cuisine changes naturally with the seasons. What appears on your plate in winter has little in common with what you\u2019ll eat during the lush monsoon months.<\/p>\n\n<p>When traveling with <strong>Across Bhutan Travel Agency<\/strong>, guests don\u2019t just visit monasteries and mountain valleys \u2014 they experience Bhutan through its kitchens, local markets, farmhouses, and family tables. Understanding seasonal food adds a deeper layer to your journey, helping you connect with daily life in the Himalayas.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what you can expect to eat in Bhutan, month by month.<\/p>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#January_%E2%80%93_February_Winter_Staples_Hearty_Meals\" >January \u2013 February: Winter Staples &amp; Hearty Meals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#March_Early_Greens_Seasonal_Transition\" >March: Early Greens &amp; Seasonal Transition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#April_Fresh_Vegetables_Foraged_Foods\" >April: Fresh Vegetables &amp; Foraged Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#May_Fresh_Chili_Season_Begins\" >May: Fresh Chili Season Begins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#June_%E2%80%93_July_Monsoon_Abundance\" >June \u2013 July: Monsoon Abundance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#August_Wild_Mushroom_Season\" >August: Wild Mushroom Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#September_Harvest_Begins\" >September: Harvest Begins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#October_Festival_Season_Celebration_Food\" >October: Festival Season &amp; Celebration Food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#November_Root_Vegetables_Preservation\" >November: Root Vegetables &amp; Preservation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#December_Winter_Cuisine_Returns\" >December: Winter Cuisine Returns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#Discover_Bhutan_Through_Its_Seasons_with_Across_Bhutan\" >Discover Bhutan Through Its Seasons with Across Bhutan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#What_is_the_national_dish_of_Bhutan\" >What is the national dish of Bhutan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#Are_there_vegetarian_food_options_in_Bhutan\" >Are there vegetarian food options in Bhutan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#What_meat_do_Bhutanese_people_eat\" >What meat do Bhutanese people eat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#Is_Bhutanese_food_always_spicy\" >Is Bhutanese food always spicy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#What_mushrooms_can_be_found_in_Bhutan\" >What mushrooms can be found in Bhutan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#What_kind_of_rice_is_eaten_in_Bhutan\" >What kind of rice is eaten in Bhutan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#What_is_Bhutanese_cheese_made_from\" >What is Bhutanese cheese made from?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#What_desserts_and_fruits_are_eaten_in_Bhutan\" >What desserts and fruits are eaten in Bhutan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#What_is_butter_tea_and_why_is_it_popular\" >What is butter tea and why is it popular?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/fr\/seasonal-foods-bhutan\/#Is_alcohol_and_wine_available_in_Bhutan\" >Is alcohol and wine available in Bhutan?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"January_%E2%80%93_February_Winter_Staples_Hearty_Meals\"><\/span>January \u2013 February: Winter Staples &amp; Hearty Meals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" class=\"wp-image-5300\" src=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Yak-in-Nature-Bhutan.jpg\" alt=\"Yak in its natural mountain habitat\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Yak-in-Nature-Bhutan.jpg 800w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Yak-in-Nature-Bhutan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Yak-in-Nature-Bhutan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Yak-in-Nature-Bhutan-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Winter is cold and dry, especially in central and eastern Bhutan. Fresh vegetables are limited, so people rely on preserved foods and warming dishes.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dried chilies<\/li>\n\n<li>Dried radish<\/li>\n\n<li>Buckwheat<\/li>\n\n<li>Yak meat, pork, beef<\/li>\n\n<li>Cheese and butter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/how-to-prepare-ema-datshi-bhutan-dish\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/how-to-prepare-ema-datshi-bhutan-dish\/\">Ema Datshi<\/a> (winter version)<\/strong> \u2013 made with dried chilies<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Phaksha Paa<\/strong> \u2013 pork cooked with dried chilies and radish<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Kharam<\/strong> \u2013 buckwheat pancakes<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Jasha Maru<\/strong> \u2013 minced chicken stew (more common in towns)<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Suja<\/strong> \u2013 traditional butter tea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>These meals are filling, spicy, and designed to keep the body warm.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"March_Early_Greens_Seasonal_Transition\"><\/span>March: Early Greens &amp; Seasonal Transition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>March marks the slow return of fresh produce, particularly in lower valleys.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spinach<\/li>\n\n<li>Mustard greens<\/li>\n\n<li>Spring onions<\/li>\n\n<li>Fresh herbs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spinach Datshi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Green leaf soups<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li>Light vegetable stir-fries with red rice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Winter staples are still present, but plates start to look greener.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"April_Fresh_Vegetables_Foraged_Foods\"><\/span>April: Fresh Vegetables &amp; Foraged Foods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>By April, fresh vegetables are widely available and foraging resumes.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wild ferns (nakey)<\/li>\n\n<li>Cabbage<\/li>\n\n<li>Cauliflower<\/li>\n\n<li>Green beans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nakey Datshi<\/strong> (fern and cheese dish)<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Vegetable Datshi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li>Stir-fried seasonal greens with chilies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This is when Bhutanese food becomes noticeably lighter and fresher.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Fresh_Chili_Season_Begins\"><\/span>May: Fresh Chili Season Begins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" class=\"wp-image-6238\" src=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chilis.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chilis.jpg 960w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chilis-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chilis-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chilis-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Chilies are the backbone of Bhutanese cuisine \u2014 and May is when fresh chilies take over.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Green chilies<\/li>\n\n<li>Fresh cheese<\/li>\n\n<li>Leafy vegetables<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Green Ema Datshi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Kewa Datshi<\/strong> (potato and cheese)<\/li>\n\n<li>Chili stir-fries served as main dishes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Spice levels rise sharply from this month onward.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"June_%E2%80%93_July_Monsoon_Abundance\"><\/span>June \u2013 July: Monsoon Abundance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>The monsoon brings rain \u2014 and an explosion of vegetables.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eggplant<\/li>\n\n<li>Zucchini<\/li>\n\n<li>Cucumbers<\/li>\n\n<li>Fresh herbs<\/li>\n\n<li>Rice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mixed Vegetable Datshi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Kewa Phagsha<\/strong> (potatoes with pork and chilies)<\/li>\n\n<li>Simple rice meals with multiple vegetable sides<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Despite frequent rain, this is one of the richest food seasons.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"August_Wild_Mushroom_Season\"><\/span>August: Wild Mushroom Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>August is a highlight for food lovers thanks to wild mushrooms from Bhutan\u2019s forests.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wild mushrooms<\/li>\n\n<li>Chilies<\/li>\n\n<li>Herbs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shamu Datshi<\/strong> (mushroom and cheese)<\/li>\n\n<li>Mushroom soups<\/li>\n\n<li>Stir-fried mushrooms with chilies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>These dishes have deep, earthy flavors unique to Bhutan.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"September_Harvest_Begins\"><\/span>September: Harvest Begins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" class=\"wp-image-6735\" src=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pumpkins.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pumpkins.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pumpkins-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pumpkins-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pumpkins-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p>As monsoon fades, harvest season starts across the valleys.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maize (corn)<\/li>\n\n<li>Beans<\/li>\n\n<li>Pumpkins<\/li>\n\n<li>Early apples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ashom<\/strong> (corn-based dishes)<\/li>\n\n<li>Bean curries with chili and cheese<\/li>\n\n<li>Pumpkin stews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Meals become heartier again, preparing for cooler weather.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"October_Festival_Season_Celebration_Food\"><\/span>October: Festival Season &amp; Celebration Food<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>October is one of the most festive months in Bhutan, with major <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/festivals-bhutan\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"6008\">tshechus<\/a><\/strong> across the country.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Freshly harvested rice<\/li>\n\n<li>Vegetables at peak maturity<\/li>\n\n<li>Dairy products<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hoentay<\/strong> (buckwheat dumplings with greens and cheese)<\/li>\n\n<li>Fried snacks served during festivals<\/li>\n\n<li>Rich meat and vegetable dishes prepared for gatherings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This is a fantastic month to experience Bhutanese food culture in social settings.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"November_Root_Vegetables_Preservation\"><\/span>November: Root Vegetables &amp; Preservation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>As temperatures drop, households start preserving food for winter.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Potatoes<\/li>\n\n<li>Turnips<\/li>\n\n<li>Radishes<\/li>\n\n<li>Beans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kewa Datshi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li>Turnip and radish stews<\/li>\n\n<li>Simple rice and vegetable meals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Flavors become earthier and more rustic.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"December_Winter_Cuisine_Returns\"><\/span>December: Winter Cuisine Returns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>December brings the return of full winter cooking.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dried vegetables<\/li>\n\n<li>Buckwheat<\/li>\n\n<li>Meat<\/li>\n\n<li>Butter and cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Typical dishes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phaksha Paa<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li>Buckwheat pancakes<\/li>\n\n<li>Hearty soups and butter tea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Comfort and warmth define every meal.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover_Bhutan_Through_Its_Seasons_with_Across_Bhutan\"><\/span>Discover Bhutan Through Its Seasons with Across Bhutan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Seasonal food is more than a culinary detail \u2014 it\u2019s a reflection of Bhutan\u2019s values: sustainability, simplicity, and harmony with nature. Traveling with <strong>Across Bhutan Travel Agency<\/strong> allows you to experience this rhythm firsthand, whether through local restaurants, village homestays, or market visits woven into your itinerary.<\/p>\n\n<p>No matter when you visit, Bhutan will serve you exactly what the season intends \u2014 honest, bold, and unforgettable.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/plan-a-custom-tour\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1392\">Plan your next culinary adventure to Bhutan with us! <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7600c70 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7600c70\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5338f70 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5338f70\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Information<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c8f684d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c8f684d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b9bde7 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"4b9bde7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;multiple&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7920\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7920\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_national_dish_of_Bhutan\"><\/span> What is the national dish of Bhutan? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7920\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6741fd7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6741fd7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0227d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d0227d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe national dish of Bhutan is Ema Datshi, a dish made of chilies cooked with local cheese. There are many seasonal variations using mushrooms, potatoes, vegetables, or dried chilies.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7921\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7921\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_vegetarian_food_options_in_Bhutan\"><\/span> Are there vegetarian food options in Bhutan? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7921\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf7288d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cf7288d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71e8d70 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"71e8d70\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes. Bhutanese cuisine naturally includes many vegetarian dishes, especially during spring and summer. Common options include Kewa Datshi (potato and cheese), vegetable datshi, rice, lentils, and seasonal greens.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7922\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7922\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_meat_do_Bhutanese_people_eat\"><\/span> What meat do Bhutanese people eat? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7922\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a2a738 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5a2a738\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-deec615 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"deec615\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Meat is commonly eaten in Bhutan, including pork, beef, chicken, and yak meat. However, animals are traditionally not slaughtered on religious days, and meat is often imported or preserved.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7923\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7923\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Bhutanese_food_always_spicy\"><\/span> Is Bhutanese food always spicy? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7923\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9920def e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9920def\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7f4ebe6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7f4ebe6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, Bhutanese food is generally very spicy. Chilies are considered a vegetable, not a condiment. That said, spice levels can usually be adjusted for travelers, especially in hotels and tourist-friendly restaurants.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7924\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7924\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_mushrooms_can_be_found_in_Bhutan\"><\/span> What mushrooms can be found in Bhutan? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7924\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6aef5e3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6aef5e3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d215639 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d215639\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBhutan is rich in wild mushrooms, especially during the monsoon season (July\u2013September). Common edible varieties include chanterelles, porcini (king bolete), termite mushrooms (Termitomyces), milk cap mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, and wood ear mushrooms. They are often cooked in traditional dishes like Shamu Datshi or simple stir-fries with chilies.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7925\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7925\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kind_of_rice_is_eaten_in_Bhutan\"><\/span> What kind of rice is eaten in Bhutan? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7925\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d85d8d8 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d85d8d8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3eb159 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b3eb159\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Bhutanese meals are typically served with red rice, a nutritious, slightly nutty grain grown in the <a href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/top-things-to-see-do-in-paro-bhutan\/\">Paro<\/a> and Punakha valleys. White rice is also available but red rice is more traditional.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7926\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"7\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7926\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Bhutanese_cheese_made_from\"><\/span> What is Bhutanese cheese made from? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7926\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3088d61 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3088d61\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4640780 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4640780\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTraditional Bhutanese cheese is usually made from cow\u2019s milk or yak\u2019s milk. It is fresh, soft, and used in many dishes, especially datshi-based recipes.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7927\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"8\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7927\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_desserts_and_fruits_are_eaten_in_Bhutan\"><\/span> What desserts and fruits are eaten in Bhutan? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7927\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b74ddff e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b74ddff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8434df4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8434df4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBhutanese cuisine is not dessert-focused, but fresh seasonal fruits are widely eaten, including apples, peaches, pears, plums, apricots, oranges, and bananas. Desserts are usually simple and homemade, such as sweet rice, fried dough snacks, or dishes lightly sweetened with sugar or honey. Fruit is often eaten fresh or used in local fruit wines and preserves rather than elaborate pastries.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7928\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"9\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7928\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_butter_tea_and_why_is_it_popular\"><\/span> What is butter tea and why is it popular? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7928\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ac0027 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1ac0027\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f944a0f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f944a0f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSuja, or butter tea, is made with tea leaves, salt, butter, and sometimes milk. It is especially popular in colder regions because it provides warmth and energy.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-7929\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"10\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-7929\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_alcohol_and_wine_available_in_Bhutan\"><\/span> Is alcohol and wine available in Bhutan? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-7929\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18c924f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"18c924f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e6aefc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6e6aefc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes. <a href=\"https:\/\/travelacrossbhutan.com\/wine-bhutan-viticulture\/\">Bhutan produces its own wine<\/a>, notably Bhutan Wine Company\u2019s fruit wines made from peach, apple, plum, apricot, and raspberry grown locally. 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