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Vietnamese pizza, locally known as Banh Trang Nuong, is a unique style of pizza preparation that uses grilled rice paper, instead of dough, as its base. It is a widely popular dish as street food in Vietnam. One of the most interesting things about Vietnamese pizza is that it can be made with any combination …
Hachis Parmentier is a French dish casserole made of ground beef and mashed potatoes layered together and topped with cheese. Similar to the British Cottage Pie, Hachis Parmentier may not be typical of French cuisine but it is well loved by families across the country as it is hearty and warming. Hachis Parmentier is typically …
Sernik is the name of the renowned cheesecake from Poland, which is considered a highlight of the country’s cuisine. Its preparation involves a shortcrust pastry base with a high filling of layered cheese, sugar and eggs, which is refined with raisins, orange peel and other delicacies. The use of Twarog, also known as Polish Farmer’s …
Sfogliatella is an Italian pastry that has the texture of a French croissant but is shaped like a shell or a lobster tail, within which you can put any kind of filling. Almond paste, candied citron peel or orange flavored ricotta are some of the most common fillings of Sfogliatella. As you would expect with …
Gyros is a traditional Greek kebab dish made with spiced meat that is cooked on a vertical rotisserie. It is often considered as the Greek version of the Turkish doner kebab. Spiced meat slices are arranged in a tower-like manner on a long skewer and rotate in a vertical grill. The grill slowly roasts the …
Onigiri are Japanese rice balls that are stuffed with various fillings and are wrapped in dried seaweed leaves. They are very suitable as a fresh, healthy and wholesome snack on the go. Onigiri not only makes rice easy to eat but also contains a delicious filling that brings a unique taste to it. The shapes …
Krémes, meaning “creamy” in Hungarian, is a favourite traditional pastry dessert in Hungary. It is made up of 2 thin, flakey layers of buttery flavoured pastry that are filled with vanilla custard cream. Similar to the more well-known Mille-feuille cake or custard slice dessert, Krémes are are wonderfully airy, messy, creamy and rich. Origin & …
Daifuku is a type of wagashi (Japanese sweet), stuffed with sweet red bean paste which is a popular snack in Japan. Daifuku is a a “mochi” which is a type of small, sticky bun made from soft rice. Origin of Daifuku Daifuku or Daifuku Mochi is considered a Japanese snack, which is usually served with …
Gaufre, commonly known as Belgian waffles, is a popular European pastry dish. This delightful dish is prepared with a batter of flour and yeast and is then baked in different textured plates. Gaufre can be made with many variations. Following are some of the types of Gaufre: Flemish Gaufre- these are irregular or round shaped …
Chicken Cordon Bleu is a traditional Swiss dish made from chicken that is filled with ham and cheese then breaded and fried. This famous recipe is not only hugely popular in Switzerland, but it is also widely enjoyed throughout the world and is often associated with France. Origin & Cultural Significance The word cordon bleu …
Fritada (also known as Fritada de Chancho) is a traditional Ecuadorian dish consisting of fried pork cooked in spices and served with potatoes, Llapingacho, mote or other sides. In Ecuador especially, Fritada has been consumed for centuries and can be found easily in many typical roadside eateries, traditional restaurants, food festivals and fairs. It should …
Ballokume is a popular traditional cookie snack, popular in Albania. They are made by the people of Elbasan during the summer festival, Dita e Veres. Traditionally, it is kneaded in a copper bowl to improve the texture of the dough. Origin & History of Ballokume Ballokume is an Albanian cookie that originated from the city …
Aloo Paratha is an appetizing Indian flatbread meal which is prepared with spiced potatoes. It is among the most popular breakfast meals in India. Quick to prepare, delicious as it looks and easy to digest, Aloo Parathas have enough calories to get you through the day without the need for intermediary meals. By this short …
Tocino is a popular Filipino cured pork dish made with soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and other ingredients to give its famous savoury-sweet taste. Tocino is sometimes called sweet red pork and is usually prepared as a breakfast food. The process of preparing it varies but the end result is an addictive, savoury and sweet cure …
Haggis is one of the most unique and traditional dishes of Scottish cuisine, considered to be national dish of Scotland. This traditional dish is made by combining the internal organs or offal of either calf or sheep with oatmeal and suet. The meat is then seasoned with lots of spices to create a spicy mixture …
Baleada is a thick and fluffy flour tortilla that is often stuffed with refried red beans, crumbled cheese and Honduran cream called mantequilla rala. It is a popular street food dish in Honduras and other Latin American countries. Origin and History of Baleada There are a lot of stories and myths about how Baleadas came …
Biltong is a famous South African treat that you can make at home, which is similar to beef jerky but the way of cooking it is air-dried. It is an easy dish to prepare where the beef is air-fried and seasoned with coriander, pepper, vinegar, and sweetened by brown sugar. Origin & Cultural Significance Biltong …
Pad Thai is considered Thailand’s staple dish and is well-loved by both locals and tourists. Pad Thai is made from rice noodles along with other ingredients such as scrambled eggs, bean sprouts, tofu, and meats such as beef, chicken or shrimp. Other versions of Pad Thai are quite lean but most agree that the traditional …