Although a variety of modern foods is available in the more developed parts of the country, the traditional diet in Papua New Guinea is heavily vegetarian due to the greater availability of edible flora than fauna. However, a traditional diet in Papua New Guinea does contain the occasional meat dish, typically consisting of either chicken or pork. read more
Most people in Papua New Guinea start the day with coffee or tea and a small breakfast, such as cakes, pastries, fruit, or even fish and rice. Breakfast is usually eaten at home prior to school or the workday. read more
The traditional Papua New Guinean diet is largely vegetarian. Pigs and chickens are typically only eaten on special occasions. In areas where communities live near rivers, fish, crab and crayfish form a substantial part of people's daily diet. Taro, sago and yams are the three major staples of the Papua New Guinean diet. read more