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Fairy Bread
A nostalgic party treat of buttered bread and sprinkles.
Fry Bread with Wojapi
Hot fry bread served with wojapi, a thick berry sauce associated with Plains Indigenous foodways.
Escargots de Bourgogne
Escargots de Bourgogne is a story-rich French starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple present…
Francesinha
Francesinha is a classic Portuguese main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of co…
Balık Ekmek
Istanbul grilled fish sandwich with onion, lettuce, lemon and bread.
Barbecue Snags with Onions
Classic Australian barbecue sausages in bread with onions.
Budín de Pan con Dulce de Leche
Argentinian bread pudding with caramel and dulce de leche.
Capirotada
Mexican bread pudding with syrup, fruit and nuts.
Coxinha
Teardrop chicken croquettes with shredded chicken filling and a crisp golden breadcrumb shell.
Migas Extremeñas
Migas Extremeñas is a traditional Spanish main from Extremadura, built around day-old bread, garlic and paprika and t…
Milanesa Napolitana
Breaded beef cutlets topped with ham, tomato sauce and melted cheese.
Pav Bhaji
Mumbai mashed vegetable bhaji cooked with butter and pav bhaji masala, served with toasted bread rolls.
Suprema Maryland
Retro breaded chicken with banana, sweetcorn cream, peas and peppers.
Taramosalata
Taramosalata is a traditional Greek starter from Greek meze tables, built around fish roe, bread and olive oil and th…
Tarte Flambée
Tarte Flambée is a traditional French main from Alsace, built around thin bread dough, crème fraîche, onions and baco…
Torrijas
Torrijas is a traditional Spanish dessert from Easter cooking across Spain, built around bread, milk, eggs and cinnam…
Vetkoek with Mince
Traditional South African starter of fried bread with curried mince, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Gazpacho
Gazpacho is a story-rich Spanish starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a s…
Adana Kebabı
Spicy minced lamb kebabs from Adana, grilled on skewers and served with flatbread.
Lahmacun
Thin Turkish flatbread spread with minced lamb, pepper, tomato, parsley and spice.
Nashville Hot Chicken
Fried chicken brushed with cayenne-rich hot oil, served with white bread and pickles.
Oysters Rockefeller
Oysters baked with a rich green herb, spinach and breadcrumb topping.
Pide
Boat-shaped Turkish flatbread filled with meat, cheese or egg.
Açorda à Alentejana
Açorda à Alentejana is a classic Portuguese main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the ki…
Arancini di Riso
Sicilian arancini are crisp fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and mozzarella.
Bagna Cauda
Bagna Cauda is an authentic Italian main from Piedmont, prepared with careful traditional technique and exact, practi…
Baguette
Baguette is a story-rich French starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a st…
Crostini Toscani
Crostini Toscani are rustic Tuscan toasts topped with a savoury chicken liver, caper and anchovy spread.
Fattah
Fattah is a traditional Egyptian main with a clear cooking method, measured ingredients and a real place on Egyptian…
Frikkadels with Tomato Gravy
Traditional South African main of South African meatballs, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
İskender Kebap
Sliced lamb over pide with tomato sauce, yoghurt and sizzling butter.
Orecchiette con Cime di Rapa
Orecchiette con Cime di Rapa is an authentic Italian main from Puglia, prepared with careful traditional technique an…
Ribollita
Ribollita is an authentic Italian main from Tuscany, prepared with careful traditional technique and exact, practical…
Ali Nazik Kebabı
Grilled lamb served over smoky aubergine yoghurt with paprika butter.
Apfelstrudel
Apfelstrudel is a traditional German dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet finish that…
Aussie Sausage Rolls
Flaky pastry rolls filled with savoury sausage meat.
Barramundi Fish Cakes
Golden barramundi fish cakes with herbs, potato and lemon.
Biltong Platter
Traditional South African starter of cured beef platter, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Bobotie
Traditional South African main of spiced mince bake with custard, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Bobotie Bites
Traditional South African starter of Cape Malay mince tartlets, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Braaied Lamb Chops
Traditional South African main of fire-grilled lamb chops, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Bruschetta
Bruschetta is a story-rich Italian starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a…
Cacciucco
Cacciucco is an authentic Italian main from Tuscany, prepared with careful traditional technique and exact, practical…
Cape Malay Samoosas
Traditional South African starter of crisp triangular spiced pastries, with proper technique, timing and serving idea…
Chicken and Macadamia Bake
Creamy baked chicken topped with a golden macadamia crust.
Chicken Dust
Traditional South African main of charred township-style chicken, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Chicken Parmigiana
Pub-style crumbed chicken topped with tomato, ham and melted cheese.
Chicken Schnitzel with Slaw
A pub and club favourite: crisp chicken schnitzel with fresh slaw.
Cioppino
San Francisco seafood stew with tomato, wine, crab, clams, mussels and fish.
Çılbır
Ottoman-style poached eggs served over garlic yoghurt with warm paprika butter.
Galician Empanada
Galician Empanada is a story-rich Spanish starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentatio…
Gatsby Sandwich
Traditional South African main of Cape Town sharing sandwich, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Horiatiki Greek Salad
Horiatiki Greek Salad is a traditional Greek starter from village cooking across Greece, built around tomatoes, cucum…
Karadeniz Pidesi
Black Sea pide with melting cheese, butter and an egg cracked into the centre.
Kota
Traditional South African main of loaded quarter-loaf street sandwich, with proper technique, timing and serving idea…
Kuzu Tandır
Slow-cooked lamb, traditionally inspired by pit or tandır cooking, until pull-apart tender.
Macadamia-Crusted Barramundi
Barramundi baked under a crunchy macadamia crust.
Menemen
Eggs softly cooked with tomatoes, green peppers and olive oil.
Pan con Tomate
Pan con Tomate is a story-rich Spanish starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation a…
Pan de Muerto
Pan de Muerto is a traditional Mexican dessert upgraded with measured metric ingredients and a clearer regional food…
Panzanella
Panzanella is a story-rich Italian starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a…
Paški Sir
Paški Sir is a story-rich Croatian starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a…
Peri-Peri Chicken Skewers
Traditional South African starter of grilled chilli chicken skewers, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Pizza Fugazzeta
Buenos Aires stuffed pizza with mozzarella, onions and oregano.
Provoleta con Chimichurri
Grilled provolone cheese with crisp edges, molten centre, oregano, chilli and chimichurri.
Rissoles with Onion Gravy
Classic Australian beef rissoles with mash, peas and glossy onion gravy.
Salade Niçoise
Salade Niçoise is a traditional French starter from Nice and the French Riviera, built around tuna, eggs, olives and…
Salmorejo
Salmorejo is a story-rich Spanish starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a…
Scallops Mornay
Tender scallops baked in a golden cheese sauce.
Scotch Egg
Scotch Egg is a story-rich British starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a…
Sosaties
Traditional South African main of curried kebabs with apricot, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Steak Sandwich
Australian steak sandwich with grilled steak, beetroot, salad and onions.
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Focaccia Explained: Italy’s Olive Oil Bread
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Custards, Creams and Puddings: The Softest Side of Food History
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American
Burgers, BBQ, and a melting pot of international influences.
Argentinian
Celebrated for steak, empanadas, and Malbec wine.
Australian
A fusion of European and Asian influences, known for fresh seafood and barbecues.
Brazilian
Churrasco BBQ, feijoada, and tropical fruits.
Chinese
Characterised by bold flavours, regional diversity, and rice.
Egyptian
Egyptian cooking brings together fava beans, baladi bread, rice, lentils, herbs, garlic, lemon, smoky aubergine, stuffed…
French
French food is a culinary journey of elegance and flavour. Experience rich sauces, delicate pastries, and artful presenta…
Guatemalan
Tamales, pepian, and Mayan influences.
Indian
Rich, spicy curries, aromatic spices, and diverse regional cuisine.
Japanese
Known for sushi, ramen, and delicate presentation.
Kenyan
Nyama choma, ugali, and fresh vegetables.
Malaysian
Diverse spices, noodles, and Peranakan influences.
Mexican
Vibrant street food, tacos, and earthy, spicy sauces.
Moroccan
Heavily spiced tagines, couscous, and mint tea.
Sri Lankan
Coconut curries, rice, and tropical fruits.
Trinidadian
Roti, doubles, and spicy curries.
Turkish
A bridge between East and West, with kebabs and sweet pastries.
German
German food is a celebration of hearty flavours and rustic charm. Indulge in sizzling bratwurst, crispy schnitzels, and w…
Afuega'l Pitu
An Asturian cheese made in white or paprika-red versions.
Akkawi
A Levantine brined cheese prized for melting in pastries.
Appenzeller
A Swiss washed-rind cheese rubbed with a secret herbal brine.
Azeitão
A small Portuguese sheep cheese set with thistle rennet.
Bandel
A Portuguese-influenced smoked cheese from Bengal.
Beyaz Peynir
A Turkish white brined cheese similar in use to feta.
Bleu des Causses
A cow’s milk blue matured in limestone caves near Roquefort country.
Brick Cheese
A Wisconsin cheese famous for its role in Detroit-style pizza.
Butterkäse
A mild German cheese prized for its buttery texture and easy melting.
Canestrato Pugliese
A Puglian sheep cheese aged in basket moulds.
Chaource
A soft bloomy-rind cheese with a rich creamy centre.
Danablu
A Danish blue cheese with strong salty bite.
Double Gloucester
A smooth, rich English cheese traditionally made with full-cream milk.
Dubliner
An Irish cheese combining cheddar-like sharpness with Swiss-style nuttiness.
Durrus
A handmade Irish washed-rind cheese from West Cork.
Époisses
A famously aromatic Burgundian cheese washed with local marc.
Esrom
A Danish monastery-style washed-rind cheese.
Feta-style White Cheese
A Balkan brined cheese used in salads and pastries.
Cornbread
Cornbread is a traditional American bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredien…
Pita Bread
Pita Bread is a traditional Greek bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients…
Anpan
Anpan is a traditional Japanese bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients a…
Baguette
Baguette is a traditional French bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients…
Basler Brot
Basler Brot is a traditional Swiss bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredient…
Bauernbrot
Bauernbrot is a traditional German bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredient…
Bazlama
Bazlama is a traditional Turkish bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients…
Biscuits
Biscuits is a traditional American bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredient…
Bolillo
Bolillo is a traditional Mexican bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients…
Bolo do Caco
Bolo do Caco is a traditional Portuguese bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingr…
Brezel
Brezel is a traditional German bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients an…
Brioche
Brioche is a traditional French bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients a…
Broa de Milho
Broa de Milho is a traditional Brazilian bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingr…
Broa de Milho
Broa de Milho is a traditional Portuguese bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ing…
Brotchen
Brotchen is a traditional German bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients…
Burli
Burli is a traditional Swiss bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients and…
Cheese and Bacon Rolls
Cheese and Bacon Rolls is a traditional Australian bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking t…
Chipa
Chipa is a traditional Argentinian bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredient…