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Blog · Desi food

The high valleys of the north grow some of Pakistan's most special foods.

By Hammad Tariq · 6 November 2026 · 2 min read

Sun-dried apricots and mulberries

Hunza is famous for apricots, dried naturally in the mountain sun without sulphur, and sweet white mulberries.

Sea buckthorn

Tart orange berries that grow along northern rivers, rich in vitamin C. Locals make them into teas and juices.

Guchhi

Wild morel mushrooms foraged in spring, prized by chefs around the world.

Buckwheat

A hardy, naturally gluten-free crop used for traditional breads and dumplings.

Sourced with care

We work with partner growers and foragers in the north whom we've visited, and check every batch before it's packed.

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