Traditional Recipes
Our dishes are inspired by family kitchens in Kathmandu – Bara, Yomari, Aalu Tama and Samay Baji made the way they’ve always been prepared.
Generations of flavour
Heshela Newa Khaja Ghar was born from a simple dream – to share the taste of Newari bhoye, street snacks and festival feasts with our friends and family here in Rockdale.
From Bara and Yomari to generous Nanglo sets, every dish is cooked the way our families have prepared it for generations – with patience, spice and a whole lot of love.
What began as a small dream has now become a home for Newari cuisine in Rockdale. Heshela was founded with one purpose — to preserve the taste of Newari traditions and share them with the world.
Our recipes come straight from family kitchens in Kathmandu. Every Bara, Yomari, Aalu Tama and Samay Baji served here carries stories of festivals, gatherings and the warm hospitality our culture is known for.
For us, food is more than a dish — it’s identity, history and community. At Heshela, you don’t just eat Newari food, you experience it.
Every plate at Heshela carries the soul of Newari heritage – from how we choose our ingredients to how we welcome you at the door.
Our dishes are inspired by family kitchens in Kathmandu – Bara, Yomari, Aalu Tama and Samay Baji made the way they’ve always been prepared.
We focus on quality first – fresh produce, carefully selected meats and spices that bring out authentic Newari taste in every bite.
In Newari culture, guests are family. Our team is here to make you feel at home – whether you’re dining solo, with friends or with a big group.
From bhoye-style feasts to special sets for celebrations, Heshela is designed to feel like Bisket Jatra, Yomari Punhi and family gatherings all year round.
These dishes capture the heart of Newari cuisine and have become guest favourites at Heshela — flavour-packed, comforting and true to our culture.
A full Newari bhoye experience — Bara, Aalu Tama, Chatamari, Choila, Achar and more, served on a traditional Nanglo platter.
Soft, savoury and golden Bara paired with chhoila, chutneys and traditional sides — a must-try Newari classic.
A sweet, warm and comforting Newari delicacy — filled with Chaku or Khuwa, steamed to perfection and served fresh.
Behind every plate and every smile is a set of values we hold close — the same values that shaped our homes back in Kathmandu.
We stay true to Newari roots — from spice blends and cooking methods to the way we plate and serve each dish.
Heshela is built around togetherness — a place for families, friends and our wider community to gather, share and celebrate.
We choose quality ingredients and cook with care, making sure every dish that leaves our kitchen is something we’re proud of.
From everyday meals to big occasions, we want Heshela to feel like a Newari festival — warm, colourful and full of life.
Time Out Sydney highlights Heshela as “not just Nepali … it’s a Newari restaurant” that offers rare cultural dishes like Yomari and the traditional Nanglo Set — bringing bold flavours, festival-style hospitality and authentic Newari culture to Rockdale.
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