2016 is here and most of us are busy in making our bucket lists (some have even started implementing theirs) and where there is a bucket list, there is a list of places to explore in the new year. Of course, for a foodie, food is an essential part of making the decision to visit a place. Don’t worry, We have got you covered with this list of places that you must visit in the coming year:
Quetta- The land of unique cuisine:
Ahh! Quetta, what to talk about this place? The serene beauty and the natural resources, no doubt it is the heart of the beautiful province Balochistan. The place has its very own sleeping beauty!! Not convinced? have a look:
This mountain is shaped exactly like sleeping beauty and hence, that’s where it gets its name. Quetta not only has a lot to offer when it comes to the scenery. It has a unique variety of food as well.
From the delicious Rosh to the Khadda kebab and Shrumbay. There are a number of dishes that can only be enjoyed in the Balochi spirit and environment. You can read more about the food in Quetta here
Abottabad-Pakorhas from Illyasi Mosque
A pretty famous hill station. Abottabad is known for the peace of mind it offers and the beautiful scenery around it. It is a popular summer destination for many as it falls near the Murree belt as well. The place is jam packed with tourists throughout the year and rightly so. Because the beauty of the place is irresistible. One popular food item that all foodies will love to try in Abottabad is the Pakorhas from Illyasi Masjid.
These are famous all around the country and we recommend you try these if you make your way to the Abott land next year! Read all about these famous Pakorhas here
Lower Dir- For the More Adventurous Foodies:
Foodie and have a taste for adventure? Then we have just the right place to suggest to you. Lower Dir district and its beautiful valleys and mountains await you in next summers (If you don’t mind a harsh cold climate then you make it there in winters as well).
The area has been conflicted for a long time now, but it has been relatively peaceful for a year or so and you can go there as a tourist as the people are really hospitable,and will not harm you. Lower Dir has the most amazing quality of walnuts to offer and we recommend you stash them and bring them home. Read all about these amazing walnuts here
Mangla- Water Sports, Fish and Coffee:
If you’re living in the Islamabad/Rawalpindi vicinity then you’re most probably familiar with Mangla. If not then you should definitely make a day trip there. We recommend you go there in summers and enjoy the water sports.
Apart from that, the Adventure and Sports club offer a variety of fish fresh from the Jehlum river, and some amazing coffee as well. Its worth a day trip! Find out whats so special about the coffee here
Gawadar:
Gawadar, where the Arabian sea meets the Persian Gulf. The cleanest of beaches and the most beautiful sea view awaits you there.
When it comes to food, the port has an amazing variety to offer. The Surmai fish for example is a speciality which is served with a yummy Imlee(Tamarind) chutney at the Pearl Continental Hotel. You can buy the fish yourself and give it to the PC kitchen for frying!
When we say you will eat plenty of good sea food in Gawadar we mean it. There is also the amazing fish karahi and the fish kebabs as well.
Any one of these places is an amazing destination to explore, have fun and eat well. Bon voyage and Bon apetitte.
Amina Mazhar
Ever since I was a kid, eating has been a hobby. Once I grew up, I started stepping into the kitchen more often. Although I love to cook everything but baking is something I am very passionate about. Its my therapy and it definitely takes me to my happy place. Ofcourse, this hobby of mine also caters to my hyper sweet tooth as well, which is an added bonus. Because baking is something that I have learnt from my mother so it has a very emotional value for me. Since times immemorial I have seen my mom experiment with baking in the kitchen, I like to believe she has passed that skill on to me as well (I know i can never surpass her awesomeness).
