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]]>Respect the Meal Structure
Italians take a structured approach to all of their meals, with lunch, rather than dinner, typically enjoyed as the main meal of the day. Dinner tends to consist of lighter fare and is not eaten until 8:00 or 9:00, while breakfast is usually also quite simple, such as coffee and a pastry. Pro tip: Don’t order your coffee with milk after 11 a.m.
Use Cutlery Properly
Manners matter when dining in Italy, so take some time before you arrive to brush up on local customs. For example, It’s fine to eat pizza with your hands when dining at takeaway shops, but at some restaurants, it may be seen as rude, so stick with forks and knives at more formal establishments. Don’t cut spaghetti; instead, twirl it around your fork, and never ask for parmesan cheese to sprinkle on seafood dishes. Both are considered culinary faux pas.
Embrace Slow Dining
In Italy, meals are viewed as much more than just a time to eat food; they’re social events that should be savored. When you sit down at the table, try to relax, enjoy the food, and engage in conversation with your dining companions. Not only will this lead to a more pleasant overall experience, you’ll feel more satisfied when you take the time to eat mindfully.
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While you can find cannoli at certain Italian bakeries around the U.S., there’s nothing quite like an original straight from Bel Paese. Cannoli (the Italian suffix ‘i’ is already plural, so ‘cannolis’ is not a real word) consists of a tube of fried dough filled with sweetened ricotta cream. The ends are usually dipped in chopped pistachios or chocolate chips.
Sfogliatelle
Sometimes referred to by Italian-Americans as lobster tails, sfogliatelle literally means “small, thin leaves.” The pastry is made using layers of pastry and is typically filled with ricotta cream and orange peel. They can be found in many parts of the country but are most popular in Naples.
Zeppole
Like most global cuisines, Italians have their own version of a dessert made with fried dough. Zeppole are often Italian donuts, and like donuts, they’re typically filled with custard cream or jelly, though sweet ricotta-filled zeppoles can also be found in some places.
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]]>Australia
A meat pie floating in a bowl of thick green pea soup, pie floaters are an amply-named dish that is considered by many to be a perfect hangover cure.
Belgium
Sure, you’ve probably had french fries before, but if you haven’t had them in Belgium, you absolutely must. This is where they were invented (yes, the name is misleading), and they’ve really perfected it.
Croatia
Made exclusively on an island called Pag, paski sir cheese is a hard cheese made out of sheep’s milk. It’s so yummy that it’s one of Croatia’s main exports.
Indonesia
Ready for dessert? You have to try martabak manis, a sweet Indonesian pancake that can be easily found from various street vendors around Indonesia. It’s spongy and can be filled with a variety of toppings.
Philippines
Often referred to as the unofficial national dish of the Philippines, adobo is a meat dish simmered in a marinade of vinegar, soy sauce, and oil. It packs a big flavor punch.
Romania
A traditional Romanian holiday food, sarmale is cabbage stuffed with rice and minced meat, and it’s one of the best Romanian foods out there.
South Korea
A meal made of small dishes (think tapas), banchan is perfect for sharing. It typically includes dishes like kimchi, soup, gochujang, and a meat or vegetable stew.
Venezuela
A shredded meat and black bean stew served with white rice, fried eggs, and fried plantains, pabellon criollo is an incredibly filling, satisfying meal.
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]]>Sushi
We can’t start this list without mentioning sushi. There are many different types of sushi, and some are specially available at certain locations. You can get sushi pretty much everywhere and in any budget range, so try out a few different options.
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The name kaiseki is used for a traditional multi-course dinner served in some restaurants. Kaiseki includes everything from picking the ingredients—only the freshest, most delicious—to cooking and serving the dishes in the most beautiful way. Every step is important to create a flawless experience.
Sake
Sake is the most famous Japanese alcoholic drink. It’s made from rice, water, and an ingredient called kōji. Sake is a big part of Japan’s history and tradition. It has a place in many traditional rituals, for example weddings.
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Plantains, also known as cooking bananas, are mixed with oil, garlic, and spices, then mashed and fried to make mofongo. The dish is often served with shrimp and chicharrónes. Mofongo represents a blend of different cultures and traditions with West African, Taino, and Spanish influences.
Tres Leches
If you’re up for a Puerto Rican dessert try tres leches, which combines regular yellow sponge cake and three types of milk. You may have tried tres leches before as its a part of many different cultures, Puerto Rican being one of them.
Harina de Maíz
Harina de maíz is a traditional Puerto Rican breakfast that’s many children’s favorite. It’s similar to oatmeal, but it’s made with cornmeal, sugar, milk, and vanilla. The flavor is universally loved, even by picky eaters, which is why it’s often offered to kids.
Pinchos
If you don’t know what to eat while exploring the island, try pinchos at one of many street vendor carts. Pinchos are basically shish kebabs made with pork, chicken, or shrimp. They’re perfect for meat lovers!
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(@cabopedia)The View
It doesn’t matter if you’re on the top of the Castillo de Chapultepec, the only fortress in North America where the kings lived, or the top of Hierve el Agua mountain – the view will be spectacular and worth the visit.
The Food And Drinks
How many different distinct flavors can be found in one country? As Mexico proves, a lot! Here the food is colorful, fresh, spicy, and delicious. Tacos, moles, guacamole, tamales, salsas – when it comes to Mexico, you can never go wrong.
When it comes to specialty drinks, you can enjoy top-notch tequila, refreshing cerveza, and even first-rate wines from Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico’s most successful wine region.
Nature And Adventure
Flowers in every color on the narrow streets, ancient caves on the beaches, waters as bright as the sky, jungles, mountains, deserts, and volcanoes over the ocean. Can you imagine the possibilities for adventure? If unique experiences are what you are after, Mexico is the place to have it all.
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]]>Arroz con dulce
It’s a very easy and light dessert that you can even make at home! You soak some rice with coconut cream or milk for a few hours and then you boil it twice and add spices. Before the rise absorbs all the water, you add raisins and let it cool. At the end, you top it with cinnamon. It’s a great refreshment in warm days.
Tostones
Houston’s Got Spice (@houstonsgotspice)Plantains are commonly used in Puerto Rico, and for this dish they’re cut and then fried; the slices are flattened by tostonera and fried again. You can use a variety of sauces although a combination of ketchup and mayonnaise called mayoketchup is the most common.
Mamposteao
Mamposteao is an easy dish that anyone can make – the main ingredients are green peppers, beans, tomato sauce, cilantro, olive oil and onions. All the ingredients are mixed and then cooked in just one pan. You can find this popular dish in almost any restaurant and even food trucks!
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This is probably what heaven tastes like. Brigadeiro are truffles made with milk and rolled up in chocolate sprinkles. If you think this sounds good, imagine how it would taste if there was a strawberry in the middle. As we said before – like heaven.
Pão de Queijo
If you love cheese, then you will adore these cheesy puffs! Casava flour is the main compound, so they’re gluten-free. Filled with cheese, crispy and available in different sizes, they are the perfect snack!
Joelho
It’s everyone’s guilty pleasure! This thick bread filled with ham and cheese not only tastes good, but it makes you feel good too! Joelho means knee in English, but your stomach will definitely fall for it.
Mandioca Frita
If you want to find a healthy alternative to French fries, then stop looking because this is it. Fried cassava is one of the most popular snacks and it’s so crispy and delicious that you’ll forget about French fries in no time!
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]]>Spain is also known for its famous Spanish cuisine, including Paella, Empanadas and Tapas dishes. Let’s concentrate on the last one, Tapas. Tapas are extremely popular in Spain and in certain bars it has already evolved into an entire, sophisticated cuisine.
But What Are They?
Tapas is an appetiser or a snack, popular in the Spanish cuisine. It can be served cold, such as olives and cheese or hot, such as patatas bravas. Tapas are nowadays not only snacks but can also be combined to make a full meal. Small in size, but large in flavours, Tapas offers eaters the chance to explore many different dishes without feeling stuffed.
There is a huge variety of sweet, savoury and spicy tapas in Spain.
Have a look at which tapas you should certainly not miss:
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1. Patatas Bravas – potatoes cut and fried in oil with either spicy tomato-based sauce or aioli.
2. Croquetas – fried balls of meat, fish or vegetables. Most popular with ham or cod.
3. Gambas Al Ajillo – fresh prawns cooked in olive oil with garlic and chili peppers.
4. Montaditos – small sandwiches, often toasted and served with a variety of meat, fish or vegetarian fillings.
5. Gazpacho – cold soup of vegetables like peppers, onion, garlic and cucumbers.
6. Tortilla de Patatas – an omelette made of potatoes with eggs and flavoured with onions.
7. Calamares a la Romana – battered and fried squid rings.
8. Gambas a la Plancha – whole, unpeeled shrimps, salted and cooked on a grill.
9. Gildas – an assembly of anchovy, olives and chili peppers.
10. Pimientos de Padron – small peppers fried in oil and salted, are often spicy.
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