Maldives in itself is simply a tropical paradise of unimaginable beauty affording guests a breathtaking escape. Those wanting to sample the treats of the local Maldivian cuisine would do well to stay at a resort in Maldives from where you could learn of the local customs and lifestyles. Adaaran Meedhupparu which is rated amongst the finest of Maldives hotels would be a good place to not simply unwind in the warm waters of the ocean nearby but also to snack on a host of locally prepared delicacies.

Maldivian cuisine comprises of three essential items. These would be fish, coconut and starches. Grated coconut is generally used in the local favourite ‘mas huni’. Skipjack tuna serves as the most loved type of fish consumed. Mackarel scad, frigate tuna, wahoo and bigeye scad are amongst the rest of the types of fish that comprise of dishes that are prepared in the Maldives. Starches such as rice is more often than not eaten boiled or ground into flour. Curries too form an integral part of delicacies in the area with ‘kukulhu riha’ or chicken curry being one of the most popular. Diced fresh tuna also called ‘mas riha’ is yet another curry that must be tried when holidaying in the Maldives.

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