Cafe Camellia’s Greek-Style White House—Even Salads Shine ✨

Strolling along Phewa Lake’s stone paths, I was stopped short by a flash of bright white—Cafe Camellia’s white fence, tangled with bougainvillea, sunlight filtering through green leaves onto white tables and chairs. For a second, I thought I’d wandered into a Greek coastal town, forgetting all about the skewers I’d come for. I just had to step inside, ready to sink into that cozy vibe. 🌿 Even "White People Food" Has Style: Fresh as Picked from the Garden I’d come for the skewers, but when told “only available at night,” my disappointment faded fast at the sight of fruit bowls and salads on the menu. The fruit bowl arrived like a tiny garden: chunks of mango, strawberry, kiwi piled high, drizzled with thin honey yogurt, sprinkled with pumpkin seeds and coconut. Every bite tasted like sunshine—mango juicy-sweet, strawberry with a hint of tang, as if freshly chopped from the market next door. The vegetable salad wasn’t just a “pile of grass”: romaine lettuce crisp enough to bounce, cherry tomatoes bursting with juice, dressed in a vinaigrette with a whiff of black pepper. Even my friend, who usually avoids raw veggies, spooned it up: “These leaves taste like they soaked up mountain sun—there’s a clean sweetness.” The fresh-pressed juice was a berry blend, ice chips mixed with fruit bits, tangy enough to make me squint but refreshing, cutting through the salad’s lightness. While this “white people meal” leans pricey by local standards, that first bite of mango said it all: the cost of fresh ingredients lives in that sweet crunch. ⛱️ Outdoor Area = Greek Vacation Vibes: White House + Greenery—Stay All Afternoon The cafe has indoor and outdoor spaces, and outdoor was a no-brainer—under white awnings, rattan chairs with white tablecloths, cacti and pothos spilling over, lake breezes carrying cool mist, even the sun felt gentle. Glance up to spot a corner of Phewa Lake, colorful sailboats drifting slow; glance down at your juice glass, ice droplets pooling on the tablecloth. Every so often, a flower-skirted tourist passes, camera shutters clicking—everyone gets it: every frame here comes with a “vacation mode” filter. Indoors is minimalist wood, local artists’ paintings on walls, perfect for rainy days. But sunny afternoons outdoors? That’s Cafe Camellia’s soul—no need to pose, any snapshot looks like “sipping coffee on a Greek isle.” 📍 Guide to Visiting: Don’t Miss Nighttime Skewers Name: Cafe Camellia Address: Lake side Street no.16, Pokhara（follow the white house—you can’t miss it） Hours: 06:10-23:00（for skewers, come in the evening） Pro tip: Afternoon light softens after 2pm—no need to (dodge) shadows for photos; indoor AC is nice if you’re sun-sensitive. Leaving, sunset dyed the white house gold-red, and I realized Pokhara’s “pretty bites” aren’t just about good-looking food—it’s the ease of sitting in such scenery, watching time slow down. Next time, I’m coming at night to try those skewers, hidden in all this Greek-style charm. I bet they’ve got a special kind of deliciousness, too. #Cafe #AtmosphericCafe #NepalTravel #Pokhara