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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, located in the heart of Western Asia, is the largest country of the Middle East and one of the most influential in the region. The country has huge economic importance due to being the world’s leading oil exporter. It is also well-known for being the ancestral home to the second …

Tunisia is an Arabic speaking country located on the northernmost tip of Africa, bordering Libya and Egypt. It is well known for its fascinating history including the ancient city of Carthage which is found in its capital, Tunis. As well as incredible heritage sites, Tunisia also has a Mediterranean-bordering coastline of clear waters and beautiful …

Bulgaria is a country in South East Europe, uniquely positioned to benefit from the influences of the Mediterranean, Turkey and Eastern Europe. With a long coastline on the Black Sea, Bulgaria is known for its beaches, ski resorts and its traditional folk music and dances. Of course, with such a rich variety of influences, Bulgaria …

Considered to be the most expensive fruit in the whole world, Yubari Kings are a type of melon grown and sold in Japan. Grown exclusively in Yubari on Hokkaido, Yubari King melons are famous for their sweetness. They are basically a hybrid of two other cantaloupe cultivars: Earl’s Favourite and Burpee’s “Spicy” Cantaloupe. Yubari King …

Bolivia is a landlocked country in the heart of South America, bordering Brazil, Peru, Chile and Paraguay. Boasting outstanding geographical diversity, it’s area spans from the Andean mountains to the Amazonian rainforests, which is easily twice the size of Spain.  The culture of Bolivia is heavily influenced by the indigenous Quechua people and the Aymara …

Situated in the heart of the Middle East, bordering Syria and Israel, lies Lebanon. Known for its rich archeology, dating back to prehistoric times, as well as its vibrant, diverse culture, Lebanon is a small country that packs a big punch. Lebanese cuisine is known around the world and is eponymous with Middle Eastern cooking. …

Colombia is a country situated on the northwestern tip of South America with a coastline on two major oceans; the Atlantic and Pacific. Colombia is a geographical contrast that has both beautiful beaches by the Caribbean coastline as well as mountainous highlands of the Andes where the largest city and capital, Bogotá, is located.  The …

Belonging to the Belgian cuisine, Jambon d’Ardenne is a cured meat product. This cured meat is made in the Wallonian provinces of Luxembourg, Liege and Namur. In order to prepare Jambon d’Ardenne, the ham is dry-salted first and left to rest for 14 days before being immersed into brine. Immersion of ham into the brine …

Czech Republic is a country nestled in the heart of Europe, neighboring Germany, Poland, Austria and Slovakia. Previously known as Bohemia, the Czech Republic is known for its historic castles, its bustling capital Prague, its beer and of course its cuisine. Most Popular Czech Dishes Czech cuisine has much in common with Eastern European gastronomy, …

Bublanina is a Czech soft cake made of eggs, sugar, butter, flour, and different kinds of fruits including cherries, blueberries, strawberries, apricots and fragrant plums and pears. The word “Bublanina” derives from the Czech word meaning bubble. It is possibly because the batter bubbles up around the fruit which is how the dessert got its …

Malaysia, one of the highlights of Southeast Asia, is a country nestled in between Thailand and Singapore on the Malay Peninsula. It is known for the bustling markets of its capital Kuala Lumpur, its beautiful beaches and historic towns such as Georgetown in the north. The population of Malaysia is made up of different ethnicities …

Myanmar (also known as Burma) is a country in the heart of Southeast Asia, known for its outstanding temples, scenery and history. In recent times Myanmar has struggled with internal conflict after its relatively recent transition into a democracy. It may not be possible to travel to Myanmar and experience the rich culture until the …

Hungarian food has a lot of similarities with other Eastern European countries in that meat, potatoes, vegetables, cheeses, soups and stews are common staples. With a climate that sometimes necessitates keeping warm, especially in the winter, hearty meals of meat, veg and potatoes have become a tradition. Most Popular Hungarian Dishes Hungarian food can be …

Albania is situated in the Western part of the Balkans with a coastline on the Mediterranean sea. Bordering Greece and being of such close proximity to Italy, it is no wonder that Albanian cuisine is inspired by traditional Mediterranean flavors and those of neighboring Balkan states. Most Popular Albanian Dishes Individual regions within Albania each …

Although Ghana is a relatively small country in Western Africa, it has a population of 30 million and was the first sub-Saharan country to achieve independence from colonialism. The country is not only famous for their great leaders, but also for a cuisine that is deeply rooted in their culture and history. Most Popular Ghanaian …

Aburaage is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of deep-fried, thinly sliced tofu. It is more popular than standard tofu because of the firm texture and ease to pick it up with chopsticks.  Different varieties of aburaage are used in Japanese cuisine including inari-age and astu-age. Inari-age is a kind of aburaage, smoldered with soy sauce, dashi …

Occupying much of the South West tip of South America, Argentina stands as the 8th largest country in the world in terms of landmass. With magnificent mountains, beaches, waterfalls and landscapes along with a rich cultural history, a burning passion for football and wine, this latin-American country is among the most visited tourist destinations on …

Since ancient times the basis of Paraguayan food has been corn and cassava, which have allowed the character of Paraguayan gastronomy to be forged. Those key staples of the Paraguayan cuisine have given rise to the creation many unique dishes enjoyed throughout the country and other parts of Latin America. Most Popular Paraguayan Dishes Paraguayan …