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Westfälischer Pumpernickel

Westfälischer Pumpernickel is a dense, dark German rye bread known for its hearty flavor and chewy texture, traditionally baked with rye flour and whole rye berries over a long period for a distinct, rich taste.

🇩🇪 North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany$$

Num Kong

Num Kong is a traditional Cambodian dessert known for its chewy texture and sweet, nutty flavor. This delightful treat is made from glutinous rice flour, with a rich filling of palm sugar, and finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

🇰🇭 Cambodia$

Suzhou Honey Lotus Root

Suzhou Honey Lotus Root is a traditional Chinese dessert that features lotus roots stuffed with glutinous rice, gently simmered, then sweetened with honey, rock sugar, and a touch of dried fruit.

🇨🇳 Jiangsu, China$$

Saigon Fried Bites

Saigon Fried Bites are a savory and spicy delight, featuring tender chicken pieces marinated in a flavorful fusion of Southeast Asian ingredients, then fried to golden perfection. Ideal as an appetizer or snack, these bites are sure to captivate your taste buds with their aromatic and zesty flavors.

🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam$$

Ropa Vieja

Ropa Vieja is a traditional Cuban dish, featuring succulent, shredded flank steak braised in a rich, seasoned tomato sauce with peppers and olives, bringing a burst of vibrant flavors to your dining table.

🇨🇺 Cuba$$

Barreado Paranaense

Barreado Paranaense is a traditional Brazilian stew from the coastal region of Paraná. It features slow-cooked beef mixed with bacon and a unique blend of spices, delivering a rich and aromatic flavor.

🇧🇷 Paraná, Brazil$$

Shandong Savory Clumps

Shandong Savory Clumps is a stir-fry dish that combines marinated beef with aromatic vegetables and a rich umami sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.

🇨🇳 Shandong, China$$

Mauritian Snapper

Mauritian Snapper is a vibrant and aromatic dish featuring tender snapper fillets simmered in a blend of spices, tomatoes, and fresh coriander, embodying the rich culinary heritage of Mauritius.

🇲🇺 Mauritius$$

Pinhão Assado

Pinhão Assado is a traditional Brazilian snack made by roasting pine nuts, which are native to the Araucaria pine tree. The nutty flavor and slightly chewy texture make it a beloved treat, especially in Southern Brazil.

🇧🇷 Paraná, Brazil$

Santomean Serenade

Santomean Serenade is a vibrant and zesty dish from São Tomé and Príncipe, featuring fresh fish and the tropical flavors of coconut, lime, and chili. It's a flavorful and aromatic main course perfect for an evening meal.

🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe$$

I've been...

Westfälischer Pumpernickel

Num Kong

Suzhou Honey Lotus Root

Saigon Fried Bites

Ropa Vieja

Barreado Paranaense

Shandong Savory Clumps

Mauritian Snapper

Pinhão Assado

Santomean Serenade

I've been...

Westfälischer Pumpernickel

Num Kong

Suzhou Honey Lotus Root

Saigon Fried Bites

Ropa Vieja

Barreado Paranaense

Shandong Savory Clumps

Mauritian Snapper

Pinhão Assado

Santomean Serenade