{"product_id":"lakhamari-aaitha-480g","title":"(Lakhamari) Aaitha 480g","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Lakamari\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a type of sweet snack—a variety of Namkeen—associated with the Newar people, an indigenous group that has long inhabited the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese treats come in a wide array of shapes and sizes, each with its own unique name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally, Lakamari is gifted to the bride by the groom’s family before a wedding, and it is an essential presence at any celebration. It is also a very popular choice for daily tea time or as a quick, casual snack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne specific variety, known as \u003cstrong\u003e\"Aaitha\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is often referred to as a \"finger sweet\" because it consists of wheat-flour dough shaped into sticks and deep-fried.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThese bite-sized pieces resemble slender fingers and offer a delightful crunch—a combination of the crispy dough and a syrup coating—complemented by the rich, distinct flavor of Ghee (clarified butter).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile wedding-style Lakamari can be quite large—often over ten centimeters across—this version is smaller and easier to enjoy as an everyday snack with tea; packaged in a box, it also makes a perfect souvenir for experiencing the flavors of Nepal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy it alongside \"Chiya,\" Nepal's spiced milk tea! It pairs wonderfully with coffee, too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e20155(Lakhamari) Aaitha 480g, Sweet Namkeen, Nepal, Snacks\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ambika","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67753020293486,"sku":"20155","price":799.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/0243\/4760\/files\/20155_1_2.jpg?v=1792561291","url":"https:\/\/shop.ambikajapan.com\/products\/lakhamari-aaitha-480g","provider":"Ambika Veg and Vegan Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}