Since befriending the Bhutanese refugees in our neighborhood over a year ago, our tolerance for spice has gone up quite a bit. These folks can cook. I’ve eaten some of the best food in their homes. And I am so grateful that they are not shy about teaching me their tricks!
This evening we spent some time with a new Bhutanese family that has just arrived from the refugee camp in Nepal. Huma taught me how to make the delicious chai they always serve to guests.
Auntie scooping up batter and looping it into the oil!
Yesterday Josh and I were invited to celebrate Diwali with some Bhutanese friends of ours. They recently came to the US after living in refugee camps for 17 years in Nepal. They are incredible people, and we feel honored to be able to join them in their festivities. Read more…
