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This is Haap food at its best (or worst) depending on how adventurous your palette is. This chunk of meat is a rare Haa delicacy called ‘Maasha’.
What is it basically? It’s rotten meat. I don’t know how else to describe it. Fermented? Maybe. Before the era of refrigerators meat had to be saved this way only. A chunk of meat is stored in a piece of cloth for months until it develops a pungent flavor that is sought after by those who really love it.
I first “smelled” Maasha (yes I was acquainted to its smell before its appearance) at my Haap in-laws’ place. My father in law loves it and the way he delicately enjoys the thin slices of this rare meat will fool you before its pungent smell sets in. I’m sorry but I couldn’t try it lol. Have you ever tried something like this before?
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Aum Choden Homestay
Haa is actually one of the first few regions that started homestay accommodations in Bhutan, the first projects being supported by RSPN Bhutan. I came here in 2017 to do my first travelogue promoting homestays and its so wonderful to see that the hospitality is the same.
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If you want to plan a getaway to Haa do check out Aum Choden Homestay in Dumchhoe Gewog below Lhakhang Karpo. It’s comfortable, cozy and you’ll get to taste authentic Haap food.
Rates: Nu 750 for normal rooms (breakfast)
Nu. 1000 for rooms with attached bathrooms (complimentary breakfast)
Call 17718795 to book.