Kiribati is an island country located in Oceania, in the Central Pacific Ocean. The country is surrounded by Nauru, Tuvalu, and Tokelau. Tarawa (also known as the capital of Kiribati) is situated on Bairiki Island. The country is known for its top notch fly fishing, amazing scuba diving experiences, and beautiful seabird wildlife. The population …
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, also known as the DRC, is a country located in Central Africa bordered by the Republic of the Congo, Angola, Zambia, Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda, South Sudan and the Central African Republic. It is the second-largest country on the continent and is rich in natural resources, including copper, cobalt, …
The United Arab Emirates, also known as the UAE, is a small country on the Persian Gulf bordered by Saudi Arabia and Oman. With its most populated city, Dubai, seen as an international hub of record-breaking buildings and modern innovation, the UAE is a big name in international travel. Only 10% of the UAE’s population …
The Seychelles is an archipelago country in the Indian Ocean, known for its pristine white beaches and its bountiful fresh markets. Although it is far from the shores of Africa, it is still considered an African country. It is a popular destination for those seeking a bit of tropical paradise, and this popularity as a …
Tequila worm, also known as gusano, is a type of worm that is sometimes added to bottles of certain types of mezcal and tequila as a marketing gimmick or traditional practice in some regions of Mexico. The worm is typically the larva of the Hypopta agavis moth, which can infest the agave plant from which …
Qatar is a small desert country located on a peninsula that extends into the Persian Gulf. Besides its short shared border with Saudi Arabia, it is entirely surrounded by water. It is a nation of surprising demographics – most of its population, around 80%, live within the capital city of Doha. Qatar’s population is also …
East Timor (or Timor-Leste) is a country located in Southeast Asia, composed of the eastern part of Timor Island and bordered by Nusa Tengara Timor. It also neighbors Australia in the south, divided by the Timor Sea. The country is known for its diving, trekking, mountain driving, whale-watching, beautiful scenery, biking and stunning white-sand beaches. …
Snake Blood liquor, also known as “Rượu Ngọc,” is a traditional Vietnamese drink that consists of the freshly harvested blood of a venomous snake mixed with rice wine. The snake’s blood is collected from a live snake, and the dish is typically served immediately after the blood is harvested before it has a chance to …
Newly independent and rich in both cultural and natural resources, South Sudan is a land-locked country lying in the northeast of Africa. It gained independence from neighboring Sudan in 2011, but boasted a unique mix of cultures and peoples that make the country unique long before that. South Sudan has a long history of …
Thai Snake Whiskey is a traditional drink in Thailand that is made by infusing a whole venomous snake in a bottle of whiskey. The snake is believed to impart its ‘essence’ into the whiskey, giving it supposed health benefits and increased potency. The preparation of Thai snake whiskey typically involves inserting a live venomous snake …
Suriname is a small country located on the northern coast of South America. It is bordered by Guyana to the west, French Guiana to the east, Brazil to the south, and the Atlantic Ocean to the north. The country has a diverse population, with people of African, Asian, and European descent. The official language is …
Tuvalu, the small island nation of only 11,000 people, is home to a food culture that reflects its seaside resources as well as a long history of cultural fusion. Despite spanning 9 partially connected atolls and islands, Tuvalu’s limited land size and resources create a uniform cuisine across the nation. Its history as a former …
The Comoros, officially the Union of the Comoros, is a country situated at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel in the Indian Ocean. The islands are also known as “perfumed islands” for their sweet-smelling plant life and are known for their white sand beaches, beautiful seas and volcanic landscapes. The majority of the population …
Burundi, officially the Republic of Burundi, is a country situated in the Great Rift Valley at the intersection between the African Great Lakes area and East Africa. It is surrounded by Rwanda, Tanzania, Lake Tanganyika and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The country is known for being rich in national parks and reserves. The population …
Dominica is an island country located in the Caribbean. The country is surrounded by what are essentially two territories of France: Guadeloupe and Martinique. Dominica is popular for its rainforest, beaches, mountains and waterfalls. The population of the country consists largely of people of African descent, along with some Caribs, Europeans and people from India. …
Kosovo, a small country nestled amongst the mountains of the Balkans, is a new political addition to the Balkan states, made so by its self-proclaimed independence from Serbia in 2008. Despite Kosovo’s status as a young and still disputed country, it has its own share of time-honored traditions of cuisine, culture, and beyond. At the …
Banku is a traditional Ghanaian dish made from fermented maize and cassava dough. The banku mixture is boiled in water until it has a smooth, white paste-like appearance before being kneaded into a dough. This process is repeated until the dough is evenly cooked. Banku is similar to Fufu which is made from plantain and …
Tonga, a Polynesian country located in the South Pacific, is known for its stunning natural beauty, friendly people, and rich culture. It consists of 170 mostly uninhabited islands. The food of Tonga is a unique blend of Polynesian and Melanesian flavors, with a strong emphasis on fresh seafood and tropical fruits. Due to its location, seafood …