Traditional hillcountry food at tea estate homestays

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Sophia M.895 rep2
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We are staying at a tea estate homestay near Haputale. What traditional estate food should we ask our host to cook for us.

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Estate food is distinct Tamil cuisine. Ask your host for plain Roti made on a wood fire griddle, paired with spicy Lunu Miris (chili onion paste) and a thick Dhal curry. Also, ask for Ulundu Vadai (lentil donuts) and spicy potato white curry. Since it is cold in the hill country, this heavy, spicy food is incredibly comforting.

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Dr. Nimal.1785 rep2

Ask for Kothu Roti. Watching them chop it up on the metal plate is a show in itself.

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Bhante S.2000 rep2

Yes, many Hindu estate families are strictly vegetarian at home, but the flavors are explosive.

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Dr. Nimal.1785 rep2

Watch out for the spice level! "Local spicy" in the estates means absolute fire.

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Oliver B.1235 rep2

Is the food up there mostly vegetarian.

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Sophia M.895 rep2

The fresh estate black tea they serve with every meal is the best part of the experience.

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Oliver B.1235 rep2

Ask them to make Wattalapam for dessert. It is a steamed jaggery pudding that is amazing.

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Bhante S.2000 rep2

Mouth is watering. We will ask for the Roti and Dhal tonight.

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