Maldive Fish (Dried Tuna Flakes)
Smoked and sun-dried skipjack or tuna with concentrated umami, also exported to Southeast Asia.
Category: Food Ingredient
Specialties in Maldives
Learn about local specialties and celebrated products of this country
Local specialties
Copra
Dried coconut flesh. Raw material for traditional sweets and edible oil.
Category: Food Ingredient
Lacquerware Box
Traditional decorative box made from cashew wood and finished with lacquer.
Category: Handicraft
Handmade Dhoni Model
Wood-carved model of traditional dhoni fishing boat.
Category: Handicraft
Coconut Oil Soap
Handmade soap gentle on skin using natural coconut oil.
Category: Other
Dried Banana Chips
Snack made by thinly slicing island-grown bananas and low-temperature frying.
Category: Food
Refreshment Drink Raa
Fermented palm sap. Slightly sparkling drink popular on local islands.
Category: Food