What are the daily meals of Maldivians?
In most Maldivian households, people usually have Roshi and Riha or Mashuni as their morning dish. For lunch, they tend to eat rice, and in the evening, they have short eats (hedhika). For dinner, they usually eat the same food as lunch, which is roshi and rice with curry or garudhiya.
What should I keep in mind before ordering food at a restaurant?
In many Asian countries, including the one you may be visiting, restaurants tend to use a lot of chili in their dishes. If you prefer less spicy food, you can request your main dish with less chili or no chili at all.
Are there any street food places in the Maldives?
Street food is not commonly practiced in the Maldives. However, there are some “take away” food shops in most touristic areas.
What are the food items that are prohibited to bring into Maldives?
Maldives is a 100% Muslim country, therefore any food that is not allowed by Islamic law is prohibited. Alcohol and pork are highly prohibited in Islam.