Traditional Newari meal on a rooftop table with a pagoda in the background, featuring various dishes including beaten rice, vegetables, meats, and local spirits.

Experiences

At Rato Ghar, your stay is more than a room; it’s an invitation to connect. Join us around the table, learn to cook like a local, or share in a traditional Newari Bhoj. Our experiences are designed to bring you closer to the flavors, stories, and rhythms of Bhaktapur.

Learn to Cook Like a Local

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Newari Bhoj

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Learn to Cook Like a Local ✳︎ ✳︎ Newari Bhoj ✳︎ ✳︎

Learn to Cook Like a Local - Yomari & Chiya
$25.00

Discover one of Bhaktapur’s most cherished traditions in this hands-on cooking class. Yomari — a steamed rice flour dumpling filled with sweet molasses or khuwa — is a beloved Newari delicacy prepared during festivals and family celebrations.

Learn how to shape, fill, and steam yomari using traditional techniques. Alongside the cooking, we’ll prepare and enjoy chiya, Nepal’s comforting spiced milk tea.

A meaningful introduction to Newari culture through food, story, and shared tradition in the heart of Bhaktapur.

Available by advance booking.

Learn to Cook Like a Local - Mo:Mo & Dal Bhat
$30.00

Step into our kitchen and learn how to prepare Nepal’s most iconic dishes in this hands-on culinary experience. You’ll make handmade Mo:Mo from scratch, help prepare traditional dal bhat, and brew authentic spiced chiya.

Roll, stir, and sip alongside our team as you discover the flavors that define daily life in Nepal. At the end of the class, sit down together and enjoy the meal you’ve created.

A welcoming and immersive way to experience Nepali food culture in the heart of Bhaktapur.

Available by advance booking.

Newari Bhoj: A Traditional Celebration
$35.00

Newari Bhoj is a traditional celebration feast rooted in the culture of the Newar people of the Kathmandu Valley. This celebratory meal brings together classic flavors enjoyed during festivals, weddings, and important family gatherings.

Guests gather to share a curated selection of traditional dishes, reflecting the communal spirit of Newari hospitality.

An authentic and immersive dining experience in the heart of Bhaktapur.

Available by advance booking.

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Newari Bhoj - A Traditional Celebration

“I also really appreciated the immersive cultural experience. They told me a lot about Newari culture, organized unique local adventures, and arranged traditional culinary experiences.
This place truly feels special – I can’t recommend it enough and would love to come back!”

~ Cristina, Canada

Interested in joining us for a cooking class or Newari Bhoj? Send us a message below and we’ll be happy to share details, availability, and help you plan your experience at Rato Ghar.

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