As the country’s name implies, the food of the United Arab Emirates is Arabic at its core [1]–[3]. Situated in the southern corner of the Arabic peninsula with Iran just across the Persian Gulf, it is no wonder Persian dishes are popular, as are Levantine dishes like hummus, and falafel […]
Monthly Archives: May 2020
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Argentina is the second-largest country in South America and was colonized by the Spanish during the 1500s, removing most of the original native population [1]. As a result, the cuisine is largely based on Spanish food with influences from the native Andean peoples [1]–[3]. Over the centuries, Argentina has seen […]
Situated on the eastern shores of the mediterranean sea to the south of Turkey and west of Iraq, Syria lies in the middle of the Levant and the country’s cooking is a great example of this regional cuisine [1]–[3]. While lamb and dairy (esp. yogurt and cheese) are common, vegetables […]
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Slovenia is a Balkan country bordering Italy, Austria and Hungary and its cuisine shows noticeable influences from all three, mixed with the country’s Slavic heritage [1]. Depending on what corner of the country you find yourself in, you’ll be able to sample local versions of risotto, pizza, gnocchi and goulash […]
This week, we’re staying in East Africa as we visit Somalia on the Horn of Africa. Somali cuisine is largely influenced by Swahili peoples and historical, cultural exchanges with India and the Arabic peninsula. More recently, Somalia was governed by Italy (~1880-1940 [1]) and pasta became a popular food [2]–[5]. […]