Love to Lily

CHAPTERS 101. Typical Maldives Food

While waiting for food came Edward and Lily to enjoy the romantic atmosphere on the balcony of the resort they rented.

They saw a beautiful view around their house. The calm blue sea and the beautiful white sand Lily wants to play on the beach while sunbathing.

"Darling this place is so beautiful, why do you want to come here, baby" Lily asked.

"From the beginning I wanted to come here with my dear partner. Turns out he was you. Now be my little wife" Edward said with a smile.

"Are you expecting another woman?" Ask Lily.

"No. I just want to come here with my wife on my honeymoon. I never imagined I would go with any woman" Edward replied.

"What about Kylie?" Ask Lily.

"I didn't think of getting married when I was with him. Don't talk about him, honey. We're on our honeymoon. Why are you talking about other women" Edward was a little sewot.

"alright. I'm sorry" Lily said.

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"That's our food, baby. I open the door for a while" Edward went to the door.

2 servants brought plenty of food for them. All the food is typical of the Maldives.

"Sweet this is a lot of food. What do you order?" Lily asked in shock to see that there were 10 kinds of food served on the table.

"I'm from the message, baby. I don't know which one fits our tongue, so I ordered what I thought was good" Edward grinned.

"Look at our table so full of pity" Lily arranged their dining table.

"I'll excuse you, Mr and Mrs. If there is an additional Mr and Mrs can call the receptionist" said the waiter.

"Thank you" said Edward.

2 The waiter came out of Edward's resort. They return to their workplaces and serve other guests.

"How do we spend it, baby. You are a waste of money" Lily said.

"I'm sorry, baby. We ate this for lunch and dinner" Edward chuckled.

"Is it good to have lunch?" said Lily.

"We'll just try. Now we better eat first, baby. I'm hungry" Edward said.

"I'm hungry too, baby" Lily said.

Edward ordered Garudhiya, Bajiya, Mas Huni, Gulha, Mas Riha, Fihunu Mas, Huni Roshi, Keemiya Bus, Rihaakuru and Chicken Biryani.

"I want to try Chicken Biryani first, baby. It looks good" Lily put Chicken Biyani on her plate.



Chicken Biryani is a typical dish made from chicken and rice that has been seasoned with spices typical of the Maldives.

In addition to having a delicious taste, this dish has a fairly strong and appetizing aromatic. The addition of ingredients such as Sultana, Turkish grapes and sea almonds to the rice adds to the uniqueness of the taste of this one dish.

Chicken Biryani itself is a typical dish that is quite famous and liked by the people who are there. This dish is also often found in various cafes and restaurants in the Maldives.

"Emmm ... It's delicious, baby" Lily said, biting her chicken.

"I want to eat this one. It seemed like it was enough to make my stomach impatient to taste it dear" Edward picked up Mas Riha and poured it over a plate filled with white rice.



Mas Riha is a curry dish consisting of three main ingredients, namely fish, coconut, and starch. In addition to having a delicious taste, the time to serve this food only takes less than 30 minutes.

The fish commonly used for this dish is usually Cakalang Tuna Fish, Yellow Fin Tuna Fish, and Small Tuna fish. A mixture of coconut milk and special spices makes this food taste savory and delicious.

"Don't you love what you eat?" Ask Lily.

"But baby, dear. This is the first time I have eaten fish with spices that are very pronounced on the tongue. Steady love" said Edward.

"I want to rip this one off. What's her name, honey?" Ask Lily.

"Which one?" ask Edward.

"this" Show Lily.

"Oh that. If it's not wrong, it's called Mas Huni. He said it was appropriate to eat the same Roshi" replied Edward.

"Which rosie is dear?" Ask Lily.

"What is like Indian bread is dear" Edward pointed to Roshi in front of him.



Mas Huni is a breakfast menu that is quite a favorite of the people there. In addition to its unique taste, the manufacturing process is quite simple.

Mas Huni itself is made from fresh tuna fish which is finely chopped then mixed with various spices such as onions, grated coconut, Indian green chili, and lemon juice to add flavor.

This one dish is usually eaten with Roshi who just came out of the grill and hot sweet tea in the morning. If you include people who run a healthy life, this one menu can be the right choice when you are in the Maldives.



Huni Roshi is a flat bread shaped similar to Chapati in India. Huni Roshi is usually eaten with various other side dishes. People often make Huni Roshi as a substitute for rice. To make this dish, the main ingredients used are flour and grated coconut.

In contrast to Roshi, Huni Roshi has a slightly thicker and crunchier texture. In addition, Huni Roshi also does not use yeast as commonly used when making bread. This is what makes this dish suitable to accompany various dishes that have a sweet or savory taste.

"It's so good, baby. The bread is different from the bread in Germany. Looks like I'll be fat after coming home from here" Lily said.

"No problem. I want you fat for carrying my son. If it could be twins dear" said Edward chuckled.

"My back must have hurt. Carrying twins in my stomach" Lily said.

"There I am, baby, I'll take you" Edward said happily.

"Now you can carry me. Later when my body is swollen, I'm not sure you are still strong to hold me" said Lily.

"We'll see later. It's eating this delicious darling" Edward gives food like round tofu to Lily.

"That's Gulha and this is bajiya" Edward pointed out.



Gulha is a small ball-shaped snack containing fresh or canned minced tuna meat, which is mixed with various spices such as onions, grated coconut, chili, turmeric, lemon juice, curry leaves, curry leaves, and other herbs, and wheat flour to form dough.

This dish is usually made by frying or baking. Gulha has a crunchy and savory texture. This snack is usually served with a cup of hot sweet tea at breakfast or while relaxing with family.



Bajiya is a typical snack that is quite a favorite of the Maldives community. Bajiya is usually served as a tea companion. The main ingredients of this special dish consist of flour dough, and stuffing in the form of tuna fish meat sauteed with various spices such as onions, ginger, curry leaves, Raanbaa, and so on, Githeyo mirus or typical Maldives chili, cinnamon, cardamom, curry seasoning, and lime.

At first glance this dish is similar to pastels in Indonesia and Samosa typical of the Middle East. However, the taste offered by this dish is very different. Considering the spices used also have a difference.

"If this one's a darling?" Ask Lily.

"Resume it first I will explain" said Edward.

To be continue ...