At Maulik Bhanchhaghar, we don’t just serve food — we serve values. One of the principles that defines our kitchen is a strong commitment to sustainability and supporting local producers. Today, we’d like to share how that commitment influences every meal we prepare.
Why Local Matters
Nepal is blessed with fertile lands, rich biodiversity, and generations of farming wisdom. By choosing local suppliers, we:
- Support Nepali farmers and help preserve rural livelihoods
- Reduce our carbon footprint by cutting down long-distance transportation
- Promote seasonal eating, which is healthier and more environmentally friendly
- Ensure freshness and quality in every ingredient we use
You can taste the difference in our jwano ko jhol, mushroom curry, or dhido with gundruk. Every bite is powered by people — not machines.
Our Sustainability Practices
We’re not perfect, but we’re always learning. Here are a few steps we’ve taken toward a greener kitchen:
- We compost food waste and use biodegradable packaging for deliveries.
- We avoid single-use plastics in our kitchen and encourage our partners to do the same.
- We collaborate with local cooperatives that practice organic farming and ethical livestock rearing.
- We’re exploring solar energy for future outlets to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
Meet the People Behind the Ingredients
Behind every bowl of kodo ko jaad or alu tama, there’s a farmer who wakes up at 5 a.m., a spice grinder who knows their art by heart, and a transporter who braves mountain roads. Through this blog, we’ll soon introduce a “Know Your Farmer” series — showcasing the real heroes behind our meals.
How You Can Help
You don’t have to run a restaurant to support sustainability. Here’s what you can do:
- Shop local whenever possible
- Choose seasonal produce
- Say no to plastic
- Ask restaurants where their food comes from
- Share and celebrate sustainable brands
At Maulik Bhanchhaghar, we believe that mindful eating leads to mindful living. Thank you for helping us make that a reality — one meal at a time.
