Food makes the world go around, and usually it’s what distinctively sets apart one culture from another. Each country has its own desserts, usually made with local ingredients. Here are our top picks for some of the most unique dessert treats around the globe.
Halo-Halo from the Philippines
Halo Halo is a tropical dessert from the islands of the Philippines. This delicious treat is the mother of desserts in the Pinoy culture. It usually contains sweet beans, fresh coconut strips, sometimes pineapple chunks and red and green jelly cubes nestled on a cup filled with shaved ice. To top it all off – it comes with a serving of purple yam ice cream and leche flan on the side. Delish!
Patbingsu from Korea
This aesthetic ice shaved dessert is a Korean treat that comes in many different flavors, including red bean, chocolate, mango, and even matcha. It’s usually served with fresh fruit, doused in a thick syrup of your choosing and served on a bed of ice. Sometimes it can be topped with adzuki red beans or even slivered almonds. It’s similar to the Philippine shaved ice dessert Halo Halo, but with a Korean twist.
Matcha Ice Cream from Japan
Japan is home to many delicious treats, including mochi and unique tea-inspired flavors of ice cream. This matcha ice cream is to die for – it’s loaded with catechins from the green tea leaves and helps energize you while being a tasty treat. If you’re a big fan of matcha iced lattes, then this matcha ice cream is a must-try!
Bastani Sonnati from Iran
This Iranian/Persian ice cream can be served in many ways – it can be eaten from a cup, a waffle cone and even in a sandwich form! It smells like fresh roses and pistachios, and you’ll definitely finish this one on your own when you order one. It’s made from mostly dairy, including eggs, milk, vanilla, and pistachios.