Most Exquisite Cuisines from Around the World

1. Italy – Pizza

The staple Italian food, pizza, has admirers all around the world. Traditionally, pizza consists of a flat dough base topped with tomato sauce, cheese, and basil leaves. People love to experiment with pizza toppings, and some of the typical toppings include pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, olives, and sausages. Going further, people even try fruits as toppings, with pineapples on pizza always creating a stir among enthusiasts.

2. Mexico – Tacos

It is a surprising fact that during the 18th century, “tacos” referred to explosives with thin sheets of paper wrapped around gunpowder. Originating from Mexico, tacos today are made by filling tortillas with anything one wishes. Just like pizzas, tacos also open a room for experiment. To make things more interesting, Americans celebrate National Taco Day on the 4th of October to show their profound love for tacos.

3. Vietnam – Pho

Patience, time, and skill are all one needs to prepare the iconic Vietnamese dish pho. Prepared with rice noodles, meat, fresh herbs, and bean sprouts, pho has a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors and aromatic herbs. In Vietnamese tradition, sharing a bowl of Pho with loved ones is believed to foster stronger bonds.

4. Japan – Sushi

Sushi with finely sliced raw fish, veggies, and tropical fruits creates a fusion of different flavors. One of the staples in Japanese cuisine, sushi is prepared with a wide range of ingredients, including vinegared rice, vegetables, and seafood, and comes in various forms and styles. Often accompanied by daikon radish, sushi tastes best when served with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

5. USA – Barbecue Ribs

One of the most important dishes in the American food culture, the tender, juicy, and flavourful barbecue ribs with a savory, smoky taste is loved by people all over the world. Best paired with baked potato, beans, sweet potatoes, or salads the dish is an unavoidable part of all the celebrations in an American household.

Steak, a delectable source of protein, is often marinated with herbs, spices, and various ingredients and can be served in different cuts and cooked to multiple levels of doneness. The way it is cooked can significantly impact its flavor and tenderness. Often served with mashed potatoes, baked asparagus, or grilled corn, steak is a versatile dish that is a favorite in various cuisines globally.

7. France – Macarons

The French sandwich cookies, macarons, are beauty in edible form. Made with sugar, almonds, eggs, and lots of love, these cookies have millions of admirers globally. New York City celebrates March 20th as Macaron Day, and all macaron lovers can enjoy free macarons from participating shops.

8. Hungary – Goulash

One of the national dishes of Hungary, Goulash is a representation of the nations history and culture. The stew made with meat, vegetables, and a variety of spices was once the staple food of the herdsmen who grazed their cattle across Hungary. In Hungary the dish is traditionally served with egg noodles, bread dumplings, jasmine rice, or mashed potatoes.

9. Turkey – Kebab

With a perfect blend of various tastes, kebabs are one of the most popular dishes in the Middle East. Cooked on a skewer or a stick, kebabs can be made with meat, vegetables, seafood, or even fruits. Originating from Turkey, this dish has many variations, including Shish, Doner, Seekh, and Kofta.

10. Italy – Lasagna

One of the most popular and oldest pasta dishes, lasagna is made with lasagna noodles, meat, cheese, tomato, and various other ingredients. Surprisingly, this dish, with meat as the main ingredient now, was once completely vegetarian. Every year, Italians celebrate July 29 as Lasagna Day, enjoying the delicious dish and sharing different lasagna recipes.