Chapter 13: The Bhutanese Menu

In all the controversies over what the causes of diversities might be, no one seems to have paid much attention to the factor in the environment that has the most obvious effect on any organism: food.

—Michael Crawford & David Marsh, The Driving Force: Food in Evolution and the Future

Bhutan has a rich menu of cuisines and dishes, which are unique to the country. This uniqueness and the richness of the Bhutanese cuisine reflect the diverse culture of Bhutan. In fact, the cuisine is an important aspect of the Bhutanese culture.

To know the people, first know the food, then the language and culture. This article will showcase the dishes and cuisines of Bhutan that will serve as a window into an important aspect of the life of the Bhutanese people and will contribute towards a better and closer understanding of them.