PALPA: Tansen, the district headquarters of Palpa, is preparing to organise a food festival highlighting the local cuisine of Magar community.

The food and cultural festival is to be organised by Nepal Magar Association, Palpa on January 10.

It aims to promote local tourism and Magar art and culture, according to Association chair Tej Bahadur Gharti.

The festival will feature a variety of Magar cuisine including pickles, and items made from yam and sweet potatoes.