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Bakso
Bakso is a traditional Indonesian main from Java and national street food, built around clear regional flavour, caref…
Pecel Lele
Pecel Lele is a traditional Indonesian main from Java and street food, built around clear regional flavour, careful t…
Sambusa za Nyama
Sambusa za Nyama is a traditional Tanzanian starter from coastal and urban street food, built around beef mince, prac…
Bunny Chow
Traditional South African main of Durban curry in a bread loaf, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Chole Bhature
Spiced chickpea curry served with large fluffy fried bhature bread.
Koshari
Koshari is a traditional Egyptian main with a clear cooking method, measured ingredients and a real place on Egyptian…
Kota
Traditional South African main of loaded quarter-loaf street sandwich, with proper technique, timing and serving idea…
Midye Dolma
Istanbul-style mussels stuffed with spiced rice, currants, pine nuts and herbs.
Nasi Goreng Kampung
Nasi Goreng Kampung is a traditional Indonesian main from national home and street-food dish, built around clear regi…
Pav Bhaji
Mumbai mashed vegetable bhaji cooked with butter and pav bhaji masala, served with toasted bread rolls.
Souvlaki
Souvlaki is a classic Greek main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cooking th…
Taiyaki
Fish-shaped Japanese cakes filled with sweet red bean paste.
Takoyaki
Osaka octopus balls with dashi batter, spring onion, pickled ginger, takoyaki sauce and bonito flakes.
Acar Awak
Acar Awak is a traditional Malaysian starter built around bright appetising flavours, hand-held texture or a small di…
Acarajé
Bahian black-eyed pea fritters fried in dendê oil and traditionally served with vatapá, prawns and chilli.
Açorda à Alentejana
Açorda à Alentejana is a classic Portuguese main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the ki…
Aloo Pie
Aloo Pie is a traditional Trinidadian starter built around bright appetising flavours, hand-held texture or a small d…
Älplermagronen
Älplermagronen is a classic Swiss main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cook…
Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato
Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato is a story-rich Portuguese starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple pre…
Amritsari Fish
Punjabi fish pieces marinated with ajwain, chilli, ginger-garlic and gram flour, then fried until crisp.
Apfelstrudel
Apfelstrudel is a traditional German dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet finish that…
Arancini di Riso
Sicilian arancini are crisp fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and mozzarella.
Arroz de Carreteiro
Southern cattle-driver rice with charque or dried beef, onions, garlic, tomato and parsley.
Arroz de Marisco
Arroz de Marisco is a classic Portuguese main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind…
Arroz Doce
Arroz Doce is a traditional Portuguese dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet finish tha…
Arroz Negro
Arroz Negro is a traditional Spanish main from Valencia and Catalonia, built around rice, squid and seafood stock and…
Aussie Sausage Rolls
Flaky pastry rolls filled with savoury sausage meat.
Ayam Percik
Ayam Percik is a traditional Malaysian main built around slow-cooked meat, deep seasoning and the generous cooking as…
Baba Ghanoush
Baba Ghanoush is a traditional Egyptian starter with a clear cooking method, measured ingredients and a real place on…
Babi Guling
Babi Guling is a traditional Indonesian main from Bali, built around clear regional flavour, careful technique and th…
Bacalao al Pil Pil
Bacalao al Pil Pil is a classic Spanish main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind o…
Bacalhau à Brás
Bacalhau à Brás is a classic Portuguese main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind o…
Baguette
Baguette is a story-rich French starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a st…
Baião de Dois
Northeastern rice and beans cooked with dried meat, coalho cheese, coriander and aromatics.
Bake and Shark
Bake and Shark is a traditional Trinidadian main built around slow-cooked meat, deep seasoning and the generous cooki…
Baklava
Baklava is a traditional Greek dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet finish that makes…
Bakwan Jagung
Bakwan Jagung is a traditional Indonesian starter from Java and street-food gorengan stalls, built around bakwan jagu…
Balık Ekmek
Istanbul grilled fish sandwich with onion, lettuce, lemon and bread.
Barramundi with Lemon Myrtle Butter
Crisp-skinned barramundi with fragrant native lemon myrtle butter.
Barreado
Paraná beef stew sealed and slow-cooked until spoon-soft, served with cassava flour and banana.
Basler Läckerli
Basler Läckerli is a traditional Swiss dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet finish tha…
Beef Rendang
Beef Rendang is a traditional Malaysian main built around slow-cooked meat, deep seasoning and the generous cooking a…
Beef Sausages with Onion Gravy
Grilled beef sausages with creamy mash, peas and rich onion gravy.
Bene Balls
Bene Balls is a traditional Trinidadian dessert built around sweetness, texture, festival memory and the local use of…
Berliner Pfannkuchen
Berliner Pfannkuchen is a traditional German dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet fini…
Berner Platte
Berner Platte is a classic Swiss main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cooki…
Bhajia za Viazi
Bhajia za Viazi is a traditional Kenyan starter built around bright appetising flavours, hand-held texture or a small…
Bobó de Camarão
Cassava purée with prawns, coconut milk, peppers, tomato and dendê oil.
Bobotie Bites
Traditional South African starter of Cape Malay mince tartlets, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Boeuf Bourguignon
Boeuf Bourguignon is a classic French main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of…
Bolinho de Bacalhau
Salt cod fritters with potato, parsley and onion, fried until crisp outside and fluffy within.
Bolognese
Bolognese is a classic Italian main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cooking…
Boulfaf
Moroccan grilled liver skewers wrapped in caul fat, seasoned with cumin, paprika and salt.
Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut
Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut is a classic German main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the k…
Brudet
Brudet is a classic Croatian main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cooking t…
Bruschetta
Bruschetta is a story-rich Italian starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a…
Bubble and Squeak
Bubble and Squeak is a classic British main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of…
Bubur Sumsum
Bubur Sumsum is a traditional Indonesian dessert from Java, built around bubur sumsum is comfort food.
Buffalo Wings
Crisp chicken wings tossed in Buffalo hot sauce and butter, served with celery and blue cheese dip.
Bündner Gerstensuppe
Bündner Gerstensuppe is a story-rich Swiss starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentati…
Cacciucco
Cacciucco is an authentic Italian main from Tuscany, prepared with careful traditional technique and exact, practical…
Cacio e Pepe
Cacio e Pepe is a classic Italian main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cook…
Caldeirada Paraense
Pará fish and seafood stew with tucupi-style acidity, peppers, tomato, herbs and cassava sides.
Caldinho de Feijão
Small cups of silky black bean broth with garlic, bay, cumin, bacon and spring onion.
Caldo Verde
Caldo Verde is a story-rich Portuguese starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation a…
Callaloo with Crab
Callaloo with Crab is a traditional Trinidadian main built around coastal freshness, citrus, spice and careful timing.
Cannoli
Cannoli is a traditional Italian dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet finish that make…
Cape Malay Seafood Curry
Traditional South African main of gentle spiced seafood curry, with proper technique, timing and serving ideas.
Caprese Salad
Caprese Salad is a story-rich Italian starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation an…
Carbonada Criolla
Beef, pumpkin, corn, potato, peaches and tomato in a sweet-savoury criollo stew.
Carbonara
Carbonara is a classic Italian main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of cooking…
Carne Asada
Carne Asada is a traditional Mexican main upgraded with measured metric ingredients and a clearer regional food story.
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Brabant Potatoes
Louisiana-style diced potatoes fried crisp and tossed with garlic butter.
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
A tangy spicy chicken pizza with buffalo sauce and blue cheese or ranch.
Carbonara Pizza
White pizza inspired by carbonara with pancetta, egg and cheese.
Chipotle Mayo
A smoky chilli mayonnaise using chipotle, lime and a little garlic. It is built for grilled food, tacos and roasted veget…
Curly Fries
Spiral-cut seasoned fries with crisp ridges, tender centres and a lightly spiced coating that clings to every curl.
Diavola Pizza
Spicy salami pizza with chilli heat and melted cheese.
French Fries
Thin, crisp fries with a light golden shell and tender middle.
Jacket Potato Skins
Crisp potato skins filled or finished for a savoury snack, starter or side with crunchy edges and fluffy potato inside.
Mango Sorbet
A dairy-free frozen dessert made from ripe mango purée, sugar and lime. The best version tastes intensely of fruit, not j…
Marie Rose Sauce
A pink seafood sauce of mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon, Worcestershire and a little cayenne. It should be creamy, sweet, shar…
Mayonnaise
A classic cold emulsion of egg yolk, oil, mustard and acid. Keep the oil slow at first, then loosen with lemon or vinegar…
Meat Feast Pizza
A rich meat-heavy pizza with sausage, pepperoni, bacon and ham.
Nam Jim Sauce
A Thai dipping sauce with lime, fish sauce, chilli, garlic and coriander root. It should be vivid, hot and sharply balanc…
Patatas Bravas
Crisp Spanish potatoes served with spicy tomato sauce and aioli.
Pizza Fritta Dough
A fried pizza dough that puffs, blisters and turns golden outside.
Potato Wedges
Oven-baked wedges with seasoned skins, crisp edges and fluffy interiors.
Salsa Verde
An Italian-style green herb sauce with capers, anchovy, parsley, vinegar and olive oil. It is designed to wake up simply…
Seafood Pizza
A light seafood pizza with prawns, mussels, garlic, chilli and parsley.
Tandoori Paneer Pizza
A spice-led vegetarian pizza with tandoori paneer, peppers and red onion.
XO Sauce
A Hong Kong-style luxury chilli sauce with dried seafood, ham, garlic and chilli. Use sparingly for huge savoury depth.
Street Food That Became National Food
Street food becomes national food when it does more than feed people quickly. It catches a country at the right moment. I…
Why Tacos Are More Than Street Food
Tacos tell the story of tortillas, markets, labour, regional fillings, salsa and the Mexican talent for turning a few ing…
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…
10 Dishes That Tell the Story of Africa’s Food Cultures
This article explores African food through dishes that show trade, landscape, celebration, street food, spice and the pra…
Rice Dishes Around the World: How One Grain Became a Feast
Rice became a feast because it absorbs place. It takes on saffron, stock, coconut, smoke, seafood, chicken fat, beans, ch…
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…
Rye Bread Explained: Dark, Dense and Full of Character
Rye bread belongs to colder climates, smoked fish, cured meats, pickles, soups and cheeses with enough strength to meet i…
Greek Dinner Party Menu: Fresh Starters, Big Mains and Honeyed Desserts
A Greek dinner party should feel bright, generous and a little sunlit: herbs, lemon, yoghurt, olive oil, grilled meat, ve…
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…
Best Wine With Parmesan and Pecorino
Hard Italian cheeses bring salt, umami and crunch, making them brilliant with Chianti-style reds, bubbles and textured wh…
Cheddar Cheese Explained: From Farmhouse Cheddar to Mature Blocks
Cheddar is not one flavour. Age, milk, cloth, rind and place shape everything from mild sandwich cheese to crystalline fa…
Best Wine With Steak: A Practical Guide
Match steak by fat, char, sauce and doneness, then choose Cabernet, Malbec, Syrah, Tempranillo or a fresher red for lean…
The Best Egg Recipes Around the World
Eggs are breakfast, dinner, sauce, custard and comfort. This article follows the egg through tortillas, carbonara, shaksh…
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…
Portuguese Food Guide: Salt Cod, Seafood and Custard Tarts
Portuguese food has the confidence of a country that knows seafood, salt cod, pork, rice and custard can carry a whole ta…
Why Chilli Took Over the World
Chillies left the Americas and remade kitchens across India, Thailand, China, Hungary, Africa and Europe, changing colour…
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…
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.
British
British food is a comforting tapestry of tradition and heartiness. From classic fish and chips to rich beef Wellington, e…
Chinese
Characterised by bold flavours, regional diversity, and rice.
Croatian
Croatian food is a delightful blend of Mediterranean and Central European flavours. Savour fresh seafood along the Dalmat…
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…
German
German food is a celebration of hearty flavours and rustic charm. Indulge in sizzling bratwurst, crispy schnitzels, and w…
Greek
Greek food offers a delicious fusion of tradition, sunshine, and Mediterranean freshness. Discover succulent grilled meat…
Guatemalan
Tamales, pepian, and Mayan influences.
Hungarian
Hungarian food is a bold celebration of rich flavours and warm hospitality. Savor hearty goulash, crispy lángos, and swee…
Indian
Rich, spicy curries, aromatic spices, and diverse regional cuisine.
Indonesian
Indonesian food is built from islands, trade routes, rice fields, spice gardens and street stalls. Expect chilli sambal…
Italian
Italian food is a feast for the senses, blending fresh, seasonal ingredients with timeless tradition. Enjoy authentic pas…
Japanese
Known for sushi, ramen, and delicate presentation.
Kenyan
Nyama choma, ugali, and fresh vegetables.
Australian Dry Riesling
aromatic white suited to Australian recipes.
Australian Sparkling Brut
dry sparkling suited to Australian recipes.
Chinese Food Off-Dry Riesling
Pairing wine for Chinese recipes.
Chinese Food Pinot Noir
Pairing wine for Chinese recipes.
Indian Food Gewürztraminer
Pairing wine for Indian recipes.
Indian Food Sweet Muscat
Pairing wine for Indian recipes.
Mexican Food Garnacha
Pairing wine for Mexican recipes.
Mexican Food Riesling
Pairing wine for Mexican recipes.
Tenuta Guado al Tasso Vermentino
A fresh Mediterranean white suited to seafood, olive oil, herbs and bright starters.
Cotija
A salty Mexican cheese often crumbled over street food and beans.
Kalari
A traditional Himalayan cheese often pan-fried until crisp outside and stretchy inside.
Rushan
A Bai minority cheese from Yunnan, often grilled or fried.
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…
Quilmes Cristal
Argentina’s iconic national lager and a natural fit for Argentinian food pages.
Super Bock
Portugal’s best-known beer brand and a natural pairing with Portuguese seafood.
Castle Milk Stout
A rich South African stout and strong local food-pairing option.
Estrella Damm
A Barcelona beer closely tied to Catalonia and Mediterranean food culture.
Lion Lager
Sri Lanka’s flagship lager and the most obvious beer for a Sri Lankan food page.
Kilimanjaro Premium Lager
A famous Tanzanian beer and a strong fit for Tanzanian food pages.
Chang Classic
A hugely recognisable Thai lager, strongly linked with casual food and nightlife.