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Papua New GuineaFood and Drink

Indulge in Papua New Guinea's vibrant and flavorful culinary delights.

Your culinary journey through Papua New Guinea will be a treat for your taste buds. The local cuisine is rich in flavors, emphasizing fresh and natural ingredients. Be sure to try the mumu, the national dish and a traditional cooking method involving steaming foods like taro, sweet potatoes, greens, and meat in banana leaves. And don't miss out on kokoda – a ceviche-style dish made from fresh fish marinated in lime juice and coconut milk, seasoned with chili, and served with vegetables. To satiate the cravings of your sweet tooth, indulge in dia, a dessert of sago and sweet bananas gently cooked in coconut milk/cream.

When in Papua New Guinea, quenching your thirst can be an ultimate adventure. The country offers a range of unique and refreshing beverages like coconut water, beer, local fruit juices like papaya, passion fruit, soursop, and pineapple juices, and local beers. Papua New Guinea is also known for its high-quality coffee. You can savour a cup of freshly brewed coffee or tea at many cafes and eateries.

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