Balti Cuisine Experience in Baltistan

Go on a culinary adventure in the remote Baltistan region, where the flavours of Balti cuisine are as unique and rich as the culture itself.

Dish by dish, you’ll get a feel for the region’s history. Shaped by Tibetan and Central Asian influences, Balti cooking has a character all its own. As Sara from ETG put it: “It’s like nothing I’ve ever tasted before.”

Meals typically feature fresh vegetables, lovely apricots and nuts, and hearty dishes like stews and hand-rolled breads.

You might eat in an orchard surrounded by trees or beside a rushing river, with the mountains in view — a peaceful setting that adds to the experience.

What you’ll do

• Delve into the local culinary traditions, discovering the secrets behind the hearty stews and spiced breads of the Baltistan region.
• Learn about the influences of Tibet and Central Asia in the cooking methods, and how the local environment shapes the food.
• Take part in a cooking session, where you can try your hand at preparing these unique dishes yourself under the guidance of a local chef.