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Mchuzi wa Nyama
Mchuzi wa Nyama is a Tanzanian main course centred on beef chuck in the style of mainland family meals.
Aguachile Verde
Aguachile Verde is a Mexican main defined by lime-cured prawns with green chilli, cucumber and coriander.
Albóndigas en Chipotle
Albóndigas en Chipotle is a Mexican main defined by mexican meatballs in smoky chipotle tomato sauce.
Aloo Gobi
Aloo Gobi is a distinctive Indian main rooted in North Indian vegetarian cooking, celebrated for potato, cauliflower…
Andhra Gongura Mutton
Andhra Gongura Mutton is a distinctive Indian main rooted in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, celebrated for mutton, tar…
Arroz con Leche Mexicano
Arroz con Leche Mexicano is a Mexican dessert defined by mexican cinnamon rice pudding.
Barbacoa de Borrego
Barbacoa de Borrego is a Mexican main defined by slow-cooked lamb barbacoa with consomé.
Barbecued Lamb Chops
Charred lamb chops seasoned simply and served hot from the barbecue with lemon and herbs.
Bhajia za Viazi
Bhajia za Viazi is a Kenyan starter defined by thin potato slices coated in a gram-flour batter sharpened with chilli…
Birria de Res
Birria de Res is a Mexican main defined by chilli-braised beef birria with consommé.
Buñuelos Mexicanos
Buñuelos Mexicanos is a Mexican dessert defined by crisp Mexican fritters with cinnamon sugar.
Caldeirada Paraense
Amazonian fish stew with tucupi-influenced acidity, tomatoes, peppers and herbs.
Caldereta de Cordero
Caldereta de Cordero is a distinctive Spanish recipe known for a rustic lamb stew with peppers, tomato, wine and moun…
Caldo Tlalpeño
Caldo Tlalpeño is a Mexican main defined by chicken, chickpea and chipotle soup from Mexico City.
Camarones a la Diabla
Camarones a la Diabla is a Mexican main defined by prawns in fiery red chilli sauce.
Capirotada
Capirotada is a Mexican dessert defined by mexican bread pudding with syrup, fruit and nuts.
Carne Asada
Carne Asada is a Mexican main defined by a traditional Mexican main upgraded with measured metric ingredients and a c…
Carnitas Michoacanas
Carnitas Michoacanas is a Mexican main defined by michoacán-style slow-cooked pork carnitas.
Chicken and Macadamia Bake
Tender baked chicken with macadamias, herbs and a creamy or stock-based sauce.
Chicken Biriani Mombasa
Chicken Biriani Mombasa is a Kenyan main defined by spiced chicken layered with fragrant rice, fried onions, potatoes…
Chilaquiles Verdes
Chilaquiles Verdes is a Mexican main defined by tortilla chips simmered in salsa verde with toppings.
Chile Colorado
Chile Colorado is a Mexican main defined by beef simmered in a deep red chilli sauce.
Chile Verde con Cerdo
Chile Verde con Cerdo is a Mexican main defined by pork in green tomatillo and chilli sauce.
Chilorio
Chilorio is a Mexican main defined by a traditional Mexican main upgraded with measured metric ingredients and a clea…
Chongos Zamoranos
Chongos Zamoranos is a Mexican dessert defined by michoacán milk curds in cinnamon syrup.
Cochinita Pibil
Cochinita Pibil is a Mexican main defined by yucatán achiote pork slow-cooked with sour orange.
Dhido with Goat Curry
A firm porridge of buckwheat, millet or maize served with slow-cooked spiced goat define this Nepalese main course, D…
Elote Callejero
Elote Callejero is a Mexican starter defined by charred Mexican street corn with chilli, lime and cheese.
Enchiladas Verdes
Enchiladas Verdes is a Mexican main defined by chicken enchiladas with tomatillo salsa verde.
Enmoladas
Enmoladas is a Mexican main defined by tortillas folded in mole sauce with chicken or cheese.
Escondidinho de Carne Seca
Creamy cassava purée baked over seasoned dried beef beneath a golden cheese top.
Esquites
Esquites is a Mexican starter defined by mexican street corn cups with lime, chilli, cheese and crema.
Fajitas de Res
Fajitas de Res is a Mexican main defined by a traditional Mexican main upgraded with measured metric ingredients and…
Feijão Tropeiro
Beans tossed with cassava flour, bacon, sausage, eggs and greens.
Flan Napolitano
Flan Napolitano is a Mexican dessert defined by creamy Mexican caramel custard.
Galinhada
Chicken and rice cooked together with saffron-like colour, herbs and vegetables.
Githeri
Githeri is a Kenyan main defined by maize and beans simmered together, sometimes enriched with vegetables, potatoes o…
Gorditas de Chicharrón
Gorditas de Chicharrón is a Mexican main defined by a traditional Mexican main upgraded with measured metric ingredie…
Guacamole Tradicional
Guacamole Tradicional is a Mexican starter defined by classic avocado, lime, chilli and coriander dip prepared in the…
Gyoza
Gyoza is a distinctive Japanese starter rooted in Japanese adaptation of Chinese jiaozi, celebrated for thin wrappers…
Huaraches
Huaraches is a Mexican main defined by a traditional Mexican main upgraded with measured metric ingredients and a cle…
Huevos Rancheros
Huevos Rancheros is a Mexican main defined by ranch-style eggs with salsa, tortillas and beans.
Jericalla
Jericalla is a Mexican dessert defined by guadalajara-style baked custard.
Kachumbari
Kachumbari is a Kenyan starter defined by tomato, red onion, chilli and coriander dressed simply with lime or lemon.
Kaimati
Kaimati is a Kenyan dessert defined by small yeasted fritters fried golden and coated in a glossy cardamom sugar syru…
Kenyan Beef Stew
Kenyan Beef Stew is a Kenyan main defined by beef simmered with tomato, onion, carrot, potato and warm everyday spice…
Kheer
Kheer is a distinctive Indian dessert rooted in ancient South Asian milk-and-grain pudding traditions, celebrated for…
Mahamri
Mahamri is a Kenyan starter defined by cardamom-scented coconut dough fried into lightly sweet, triangular breads.
Makaronia me Kima
Makaronia me Kima is a distinctive Greek recipe known for pasta topped with a tomato-rich minced meat sauce and grate…
Mandazi
Mandazi is a Kenyan dessert defined by lightly sweet East African fried bread scented with cardamom and sometimes coc…
Matoke Kenyan Style
Matoke Kenyan Style is a Kenyan main defined by green cooking bananas stewed with tomato, onion, spices and often bee…
Meen Moilee
Meen Moilee is a distinctive Indian main rooted in Kerala, celebrated for fish, coconut milk, turmeric, ginger and cu…
Mixiotes de Cordero
Mixiotes de Cordero is a Mexican main defined by lamb parcels marinated in chilli and spices, slow-cooked until tende…
Mole Poblano con Pollo
Mole Poblano con Pollo is a Mexican main defined by chicken in Puebla’s complex chilli, spice, seed and chocolate mol…
Mukimo
Mukimo is a Kenyan main defined by mashed potato, maize, beans and greens combined into a substantial Kikuyu staple.
Nopales con Huevo
Nopales con Huevo is a Mexican main defined by cactus paddles scrambled with eggs, onion and chilli.
Nyama Choma
Nyama Choma is a Kenyan main defined by goat or beef roasted slowly over charcoal and served simply so the smoke and…
Papa a la Huancaina
Boiled potatoes coated in a creamy ají amarillo and fresh-cheese sauce define this Peruvian starter, Papa a la Huanca…
Pastel de Elote
Pastel de Elote is a Mexican dessert defined by a traditional Mexican dessert upgraded with measured metric ingredien…
Pastel de Tres Leches
Pastel de Tres Leches is a Mexican dessert defined by mexican-style three milk sponge cake.
Pepian de Pollo
Pepian de Pollo is a distinctive Guatemalan main rooted in the highlands and Indigenous Maya cooking traditions, cele…
Pescado a la Plancha con Mojo
Pescado a la plancha con mojo is quickly seared fish served with a bright Cuban garlic-and-citrus sauce.
Pescado a la Veracruzana
Pescado a la Veracruzana is a Mexican main defined by veracruz-style fish with tomato, olives and capers.
Picadillo Mexicano
Picadillo Mexicano is a Mexican main defined by mexican minced beef with potato, tomato and vegetables.
Pilau ya Pwani
Pilau ya Pwani is a Kenyan main defined by rice cooked with beef or chicken, caramelised onions and the clove, cardam…
Pollo en Mole Verde
Pollo en Mole Verde is a Mexican main defined by a traditional Mexican main upgraded with measured metric ingredients…
Pozole Rojo
Pozole Rojo is a Mexican main defined by red hominy and pork stew with fresh garnishes.
Psari Plaki
Psari Plaki is a distinctive Greek recipe known for fish baked gently with tomatoes, onions, garlic and herbs.
Pumpkin Scones with Savoury Mince
Soft golden pumpkin scones served with rich savoury beef mince for a comforting meal.
Quesadillas de Flor de Calabaza
Quesadillas de Flor de Calabaza is a Mexican starter defined by squash blossom quesadillas with cheese and epazote.
Queso Fundido con Chorizo
Queso Fundido con Chorizo is a Mexican starter defined by melted cheese with Mexican chorizo, served with tortillas.
Rogan Josh
Rogan Josh is a distinctive Indian main rooted in Kashmir, celebrated for lamb, Kashmiri chilli, fennel and aromatic…
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Vegetable Supreme Pizza
Loaded vegetable pizza with peppers, mushrooms, onion and olives.
Champ Potatoes
Northern Irish spring onion mash with milk, butter and a soft allium flavour.
Chicago Deep Dish Pizza
Tall buttery crust filled with cheese, toppings and tomato sauce.
Classic Neapolitan Pizza Base
A soft, airy, leopard-spotted base inspired by Naples.
Colcannon
Irish mashed potatoes folded with cabbage or kale, spring onions and butter.
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Smooth, buttery mash built for gravy, pies, sausages and braised dishes.
Detroit-Style Pizza
Deep rectangular pizza with crisp cheese edges and airy dough.
Focaccia Pizza Base
A soft, olive-oil-rich focaccia base that can carry bold toppings.
Fondant Potatoes
Classic restaurant potatoes browned, butter-basted and cooked in stock until tender.
Grandma Pizza
Thin square home-style pizza with a crisp oily base.
Hasselback Potatoes
Thinly sliced baked potatoes with fan-like crisp edges and soft centres.
New York Pizza Dough
Large foldable pizza base with chew, structure and crispness.
Pommes Aligot
Elastic French cheese mash stretched with garlic, butter and melting cheese.
Potato Dauphinoise
Thin potato slices baked slowly in cream, garlic and cheese until tender.
Potato Skins
Crisp baked skins filled with cheese, bacon, herbs or vegetables.
Roman Thin Crust Pizza
Crisp, thin Roman-style base with a light cracker-like bite.
Salt and Vinegar Roast Potatoes
Sharp, tangy roast potatoes with crisp edges and chip-shop energy.
Sicilian Pizza
Thick square pizza with a fluffy crumb and crisp base.
Ultimate Roast Potatoes
Crisp-edged, fluffy-centred roast potatoes for Sunday lunch and festive meals.
Aloo Gobi Potatoes
Potatoes cooked with cauliflower, spices, turmeric and aromatics.
Aloo Jeera
Cumin potatoes with turmeric, chilli and coriander for a fast Indian side.
Anchovy and Olive Pizza
Salty anchovy pizza with olives, tomato and oregano.
Apple Sauce
A simple apple sauce cooked until soft, then mashed or blended. Keep it gently sharp so it lifts pork and rich roasts.
Aubergine Parmigiana Pizza
A pizza inspired by aubergine parmigiana with tomato, basil and cheese.
Sauces
Hot sauces, cold sauces, pan sauces, reductions, gravies, emulsions and condiments.
Ice Cream
Ice cream, gelato, frozen yoghurt, sorbet, semifreddo and frozen dessert master methods.
Vegetables
Vegetable sides, roasting, grilling, steaming, glazing and seasonal vegetable methods.
Pita Bread Explained: The Pocket Bread of the Mediterranean
Pita connects mezze, kebabs, falafel, grilled meat, dips and salads through one clever puffed pocket of bread.
Exploring South America: Rio to Santiago via Iguazu, Buenos Aires and Patagonia
An 11-day journey from Rio to Santiago through Iguazu, Buenos Aires and Patagonia, mixing famous sights with neighbourhoo…
Paris to the Riviera: A Food and Wine Road Trip Through France
A road trip from Paris to the French Riviera, moving through Lyon and Provence with markets, regional cooking, cheese, br…
Food Along the Silk Roads: How Trade Moved Spices, Noodles, Dumplings and Pilaf
The Silk Roads were not a single road but a shifting web of caravan routes, cities and trading relationships that connect…
Naan Bread Explained: The Tandoor Bread That Travels With Curry
Naan is soft, blistered and made for tearing, scooping and chasing curry sauce from the plate.
Six Days from Salzburg to Ljubljana: An Alpine Food Road Trip
Six days from Salzburg to Ljubljana, travelling through Bavaria, the Austrian lake district, Spielberg, Lake Bled and the…
The Best Minced Meat Recipes Around the World
Minced meat stretches flavour, money and texture, which is why it appears in meatballs, kofta, pies, dumplings, ragù, chi…
Why Potatoes Became the World’s Favourite Comfort Ingredient
The potato fed cities, crossed oceans and became chips, mash, gnocchi, gratins, dumplings and the soft heart of many comf…
Baguette Explained: Why French Bread Became Famous
The baguette is daily bread, sandwich bread, cheese bread and soup bread, with a crisp crust that became a symbol of Fren…
Best Wine With Goat’s Cheese
Goat’s cheese loves acidity and herbs, which is why Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, rosé and sparkling wine work so well.
Goat’s Cheese Explained: Fresh, Aged and Baked Styles
Goat’s cheese ranges from soft and lemony to firm and nutty, with salads, tarts, honey, herbs and Sauvignon Blanc as natu…
Best Wine With Pasta: Tomato, Cream, Seafood and Pesto Sauces
Pasta wine pairing starts with sauce, not shape. Tomato, cream, seafood, pesto, ragù and baked pasta all ask for differen…
The Most Iconic Tomato Recipes in the World
The tomato travelled from the Americas into sauces, soups, salads, stews and street food, eventually becoming one of the…
Why Dumplings Appear in So Many Countries
Flour, filling and thrift explain why dumplings appear from China to Poland, Italy, Turkey and Latin America, each one ca…
The Story of Ramen: From Working-Class Noodles to Cult Obsession
Ramen moved from Chinese-style noodle shops to post-war comfort food, instant noodle icon and one of the most obsessively…
Flatbreads Around the World
Flatbreads are some of the oldest and most useful breads, made for scooping, wrapping, grilling and sharing across many f…
Why Pizza Became the World’s Favourite Food
From Naples to New York and beyond, pizza became famous because bread, tomato, cheese and fierce heat created the world’s…
Top 10 Food Trends of 2026 and the Recipes That Explain Them
A detailed, recipe-led guide to the food trends shaping 2026, with traditional dishes that explain why protein, fibre, ac…
Argentinian
Argentinian cuisine combines Indigenous Andean and Guaraní traditions with Spanish and Italian migration, pampas cattle c…
Brazilian
Brazilian cuisine reflects Indigenous food knowledge, Portuguese colonisation, African diaspora traditions and later migr…
Chinese
Chinese cuisine is a vast collection of regional food systems shaped by climate, agriculture, migration and long historie…
Costa Rican
Costa Rican cuisine is known for straightforward meals built around rice, beans, vegetables, eggs, plantains, seafood and…
Cuban
Cuban cuisine combines Spanish and Canary Island traditions, African foodways, Caribbean produce and later Chinese influe…
Kenyan
Kenyan cuisine reflects highland farming, pastoral traditions, Indian Ocean trade and the food cultures of many communiti…
Lebanese
Lebanese cuisine is shaped by the eastern Mediterranean coast, mountain agriculture and a strong culture of mezze and hos…
Malaysian
Malaysian cuisine grows from Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous and Peranakan traditions shaped by maritime trade. Coconu…
Moroccan
Moroccan cuisine combines Amazigh foundations, Arab and Andalusi influence, Atlantic and Mediterranean produce, Saharan t…
Spanish
Spanish cuisine is built from strongly regional traditions rather than one national formula. Rice dishes, seafood, cured…
Sri Lankan
Sri Lankan cuisine combines rice, coconut, spices, seafood, vegetables and intense condiments with Sinhalese, Tamil, Musl…
Uruguayan
Uruguayan cuisine is shaped by pampas cattle culture, Atlantic and river produce, Spanish and Italian migration and a str…
Chèvre
A broad family of French goat cheeses from fresh logs to aged ash-coated rounds.
Robiola
A family of soft northern Italian cheeses, often mixed-milk.
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…
Ciabatta
Ciabatta is a traditional Italian bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients…
Concha
Concha is a traditional Mexican bread, added as part of the World on a Plate bread guide with baking times, ingredients a…