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Taro Laplap

Taro Laplap is a traditional Melanesian dish, known for its delightful combination of starchy taro, rich coconut cream, and tender pork or chicken wrapped in banana leaves, then cooked to perfection.

🇸🇧 Solomon Islands$$

Chuan Maple Burst

Chuan Maple Burst is a savory and spicy dish that marries the tingling sensation of Sichuan spices with the rich sweetness of maple syrup, perfect for a delightful dinner experience.

🇨🇳 Sichuan, China$$

Moussaka Bliss

Moussaka Bliss is a traditional Greek dish that layers sautéed eggplants, savory ground lamb, and creamy béchamel sauce, infused with spices for a hearty, comforting meal.

🇬🇷 Greece$$

Braunkohl mit Pinkel

Braunkohl mit Pinkel is a traditional German dish from the northwestern regions, featuring hearty kale stew paired with Pinkel sausages, smoked pork chops, and flavorful bacon—perfect for comforting cold-weather meals.

🇩🇪 Lower Saxony, Germany$$

Ishlekli

Ishlekli is a delightful traditional dish consisting of flaky dough filled with a savory mixture of lamb and onions, seasoned to perfection. It's a comforting meal that combines rich, warm flavors in a pastry shell.

🇹🇲 Turkmenistan$$

Nhum Banchang

Nhum Banchang is an enticing Vietnamese-inspired salad featuring rice noodles, chicken breast, and shrimp tossed with fresh vegetables and herbs, all dressed in a tangy fish sauce and lime dressing.

🇰🇭 Cambodia$$

Lanna Spice Medley

Lanna Spice Medley is a tantalizing taste of Northern Thailand, combining aromatic herbs and spices with coconut milk and chicken for a rich, flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.

🇹🇭 Chiang Mai, Thailand$$

Jollof Harmony

Jollof Harmony is a delightful blend of rice and aromatic spices, simmered with a medley of tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. This dish brings together the bold flavors of West Africa in a single, savory symphony.

🇬🇭 Ghana$$

Cali Sizzle Tacos

Cali Sizzle Tacos are vibrant and tasty, featuring a delicious blend of chicken or fish, creamy avocado, tangy lime, and fresh cilantro, all wrapped in a soft corn tortilla.

🇺🇸 California, USA$$

Asida Bamia Twist

Asida Bamia Twist is a savory North African-inspired dish combining the classic Asida with a flavorful beef stew accented by the richness of okra and spices, perfect for a heartwarming dinner.

🇸🇸 South Sudan$$

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