Top Global Cuisines: Must-Try Foods from Around the World

Iconic Dishes Around the World

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Global Culinary Delights

Explore some of the most celebrated dishes across the globe that showcase unique flavors and culinary heritage:

Neapolitan pizza, Italy
Neapolitan pizza, Italy: Forget deep dish pizza or your favorite frozen grocery store brand — Neapolitan pizza is the classic. The key ingredients are sea salt and a specific type of tomato.
Seafood paella, Spain
Seafood paella, Spain: One mouthful of a steamy bowl of paella and you’ll be transported to a beach in Spain — such is the power of this seafood extravaganza.
Som tam, Thailand
Som tam, Thailand: Thailand’s famous fiery salad features garlic and chillies along with string beans and peanuts.
Poutine, Canada
Poutine, Canada: This iconic Quebec dish mixes french fries, cheddar cheese, and gravy to create one of Canada’s favorite foods.
Tacos, Mexico
Tacos, Mexico: Tacos are a chief component of Mexican cuisine — rolled-up tortillas stuffed with sizzling chunks of meat or vegetables, topped with guacamole and salsa.
Stinky tofu, Southeast Asia
Stinky tofu, Southeast Asia: This form of fermented tofu has a strong odor but a surprisingly delicious taste.
French toast, Hong Kong
French toast, Hong Kong: HK-style French toast elevates the brunch staple with the addition of peanut butter or kaya jam.
Chicken parm, Australia
Chicken parm, Australia: Australian pubs have made this Italian dish their own with melted Parmesan and tomato atop chicken fillet.
Fish 'n' chips, UK
Fish ‘n’ chips, UK: Dating back to the 1860s, this classic dish features crispy fried cod or haddock paired with chunky chips, a staple Friday dinner across the UK.
Pho, Vietnam
Pho, Vietnam: Simplicity is key in pho, made with broth, rice noodles, herbs, and usually chicken or beef, served in a satisfying bowl.
Pastel de nata, Portugal
Pastel de nata, Portugal: These sinfully delicious custard tarts are said to have been first created by Portuguese nuns and monks.
Butter garlic crab, India
Butter garlic crab, India: In this amazing dish, cooked crab is simply drizzled with mouthwatering butter-garlic sauce.
Poke, US
Poke, US: Hailing from Hawaii, this raw fish salad has gained global popularity as a delicious and healthy fare.
Croissant, France
Croissant, France: Indulge your inner Parisian with a buttery croissant, ideally paired with a steaming cup of coffee.
Arepas, Venezuela
Arepas, Venezuela: Corn-dough cakes are grilled, baked, or fried and filled with an array of mouthwatering meats and vegetables.
Massaman curry, Thailand
Massaman curry, Thailand: This sweet and savory Thai curry dish is sold at street corners nationwide, making it a perfect warming meal.
Bunny chow, South Africa
Bunny chow, South Africa: A beloved street food, bunny chow consists of hollowed-out bread loaves filled with spicy curry, originating from Durban’s Indian community.
Kebab, Turkey
Kebab, Turkey: Enjoy meat or seafood mixed with vegetables on a skewer — a beloved culinary staple.
Piri-piri chicken, Mozambique
Piri-piri chicken, Mozambique: Galinha à Zambeziana is a finger-lickin’ feast of chicken prepared with lime, pepper, garlic, coconut milk, and piri-piri sauce.
Chicken rice, Singapore
Chicken rice, Singapore: Singapore’s specialty combines steamed or boiled chicken with rice and sliced cucumber.
Hummus, Middle East
Hummus, Middle East: This beloved Middle Eastern spread made from chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, and tahini has become a refrigerator staple around the globe.
Marzipan, Germany
Marzipan, Germany: Sweet almonds molded into delightful shapes create the sugary treat known as marzipan.
Hamburger, Germany
Hamburger, Germany: This juicy blend of flavors has earned its place as a classic, encompassing everything from fast food to gourmet burger joints.
Chocolate, Mexico
Chocolate, Mexico: A creamy confection once enjoyed by the Mayans, chocolate continues to delight sweet-toothed individuals worldwide.


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