Name: Zest Bar & Lounge
Address: Jaffa Building | Near UNDP building, Thimphu, Bhutan, Thimphu
Telephone: +975 2 336 666
Price range: 8

Zest Bar & Lounge

I think Steak Hart is really delicious! His boss is very interesting! He also took us to visit the kitchen, which was very clean, but he doesn&#39;t make Wellington! I think this Wellington is not as delicious as Tomahawk.
And compared to the products here, the environment here is not good. Also, the waiter here, I don&#39;t know if the one I met is an intern or something, anyway, he doesn&#39;t feel very professional, and the wine recommended is also average.

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In the mysterious corner of South Asia, Bhutan is like a pearl forgotten by the world, exuding a tranquil and charming light. Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, carries the country&#39;s profound cultural heritage and unique natural scenery. Let&#39;s walk into Thimphu together and start a journey full of surprises and touching moments! 

1. Preparation before the trip 

- Visa: Bhutan currently has no direct flights with China, and visas must be processed through local travel agencies in Bhutan. Prepare a color scan of the passport information page. The visa fee is US$20 per person. Remember to print the scanned visa and carry it with you. 

- Currency: The currency of Bhutan is Ngultrum (Nu.), and Indian rupees can also be used in some places. It is recommended to exchange some US dollars in China in advance and then exchange them locally. 
- Clothing: Thimphu has a large temperature difference between day and night. The average temperature in spring (March-May) is 0℃-15℃, so you need to prepare warm clothes such as down jackets and sweaters; the temperature in summer (June-August) is 15℃-25℃, so remember to bring rain gear in addition to light clothes; autumn (September-November) is similar to spring; winter (December-February of the following year) is colder, so thick cotton clothes are essential🧥
- Other items: common medicines (cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, etc.), power conversion plugs (Bhutan sockets are different from those in China), and sunscreen products (sunglasses, sunscreen, hats).

2. Climate and temperature

Thimphu has a temperate climate. Due to its high altitude, the climate is relatively cool throughout the year. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons, with suitable temperatures, bright sunshine, and colorful flowers🌼 There is more rain in summer, so remember to bring an umbrella when traveling, but the fresh air after the rain and the misty valley are also a different kind of beauty. Winter is relatively cold, with a large temperature difference between morning and evening, but you can also enjoy the snow-capped mountains.

3. Must-see attractions

1. Tashi Quzong: This is the most important Buddhist temple in Thimphu and also the government center. Built in the 13th century, the temple building is two-story with gray and white exterior walls. Religious leaders and central religious institutions gather here in summer. Security checks are required to enter the gate, and you can take photos freely in the inner courtyard, but you must keep quiet🙏
2. Takin Zoo: Come to see Bhutan&#39;s national animal Takin, which has a strange appearance, a cow&#39;s head and a sheep&#39;s body. Legend has it that it was created by lamas using sheep and cow bones. In addition to Takin, there are reindeer, mountain muntjacs, etc. in the park.
3. Bhutan National Monument: Built to commemorate the late king, it carries the beliefs of the Bhutanese people and is an important religious and cultural landmark. Surrounded by green mountains and forests, you can also see the Himalayas if you are lucky.
4. Thimphu Buddha: Located on the mountainside south of Thimphu, it is more than 50 meters high and is a spectacular seated statue of Sakyamuni Buddha. There are many Buddhist halls inside, which can accommodate 125,000 small Buddha statues. It is also a great place to overlook the beautiful scenery of Thimphu Valley.
5. Weekend market: When night falls, come here to feel the fireworks of the world. The stalls are full of agricultural products and delicacies. The incense area is the soul. After shopping, you can also go to the largest handicraft market next to it to choose souvenirs🎁

IV. Food recommendation

1. Cheese pepper: Bhutanese specialty food, cheese and pepper are mixed, the taste is rich and unique🌶️
2. Butter tea: Bhutanese daily drink, rich milk flavor, warm body and heart.
3. Red rice: local specialty staple food, the taste is different from ordinary rice.
4. Bhutanese dumplings (Momo): There are various fillings, steamed or fried, with special dipping sauce, very delicious.

V. Precautions

1. Cultural customs: Most Bhutanese believe in Tibetan Buddhism and must respect local religious customs. Take off your shoes when entering the temple and visit in a clockwise direction; do not touch the temple offerings and believers; before eating, drinking, or drinking tea, throw a little food, tea, or wine into the air to pray for God&#39;s blessing; do not touch children&#39;s heads; do not enter Hindu temples without permission.
2. Shopping tips: The Bhutanese government strives to protect cultural traditions. Purchases of religious relics and antiques must be made in designated stores to ensure legality.
3. Smoking ban regulations: Bhutan is the first country in the world to ban the sale of cigarettes. From December 17, 2004, the sale of cigarettes was banned nationwide, and smoking in public places was prohibited🚭
4. Tourism policy: Bhutan does not allow free travel. Itineraries must be arranged through travel agencies, with guides and drivers.
5. Environmental awareness: Bhutan attaches great importance to environmental protection. Please do not throw away garbage at will during your trip, and take care of every plant and tree in the area.

Thimphu, a city full of mystery and tranquility, is waiting for you to explore every beauty of it. Pack your bags and go to this romantic date with Thimphu💕

It&#39;s been a long time since I came to a restaurant like this where I could dine in the sunshine with my girlfriend. The most memorable thing for me was the shrimp salad. Although the portion was a little small, the orange flavor was really a stroke of genius, which elevated the taste of the whole dish to a higher level. It turns out that having a good chef is better than anything else for a restaurant. But the mosquitoes here are also very fierce. I regretted not bringing mosquito repellent.

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