Cuisine of Lesotho and that of its neighboring countries is often referred to as 'rainbow cuisine'. Cuisine of Lesotho has earned this popular nickname as the culinary practices followed in this country as in other South African countries are largely indicative of polyglot cuisines. The multicultural influence of the cooking style of indigenous Black people along with those of other immigrants such as Indians, Malaya and Europeans on the Cuisine of Lesotho has given it a distinct flavor.
While the Malay influence on the Cuisine of Lesotho can be clearly discerned in the preparation of spicy curries, chutneys, pickled fish, curry-marinated pork or lamb kebabs and variety of fish stews, the Indian influence is quiet pronounced when it comes to a variety of sweets and savories. On the other hand, preparations like Dutch fried crueler or koeksister, milk pies and French wines are European contributions. You can savor the taste of all these and other delicacies that are served in Lesotho.
Cuisine of Lesotho: Restaurants and Bars
There are many luxury hotels in Maseru that have onsite restaurants which specialize in international cuisine. The extensive menu of these restaurants features a wide array of delicacies that are sure to tickle your taste buds and leave you wanting for more. Just walk into any of these restaurants with your near and dear ones and the tantalizing aroma that fills these eateries will make your mouth water.
Apart from the high end restaurants located in all the main cities of Lesotho, you can also sample some of its local specialties in its street side diners. There sumptuous halal foods and seafood served in these diners are simply lip smacking. Lesotho cuisine has borrowed elements from various cooking traditions including French, Italian, Continental and Chinese in Maseru.
Most of the food products in Lesotho are imported from South Africa, though freshwater fish is found in abundance in this country. Connoisseurs with a craving for some good beer will not be disappointed in Lesotho as it is served in almost all the chic restaurants and bars that also offer a good choice of spirits and wines. You are sure to have a great dining and wining experience in Lesotho!
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