Like true foodies, our minds wander the world! We often ask about the type of food that people from different countries eat. Do Spaniards eat rice like us? Do Italians like vegetarianism? What kinds of meat do people like to eat? These questions lead us to question ourselves more and more about the world’s cuisines, and how different they are from ours! Today we introduce you to the most popular dishes from ten cuisines around the world, to give you an idea of what it’s like to travel the world as a foodie.
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Best dishes from different cuisines that you must try once in your life:
1. Tacos – Mexican 
Mexican cuisine is similar to Indian cuisine in many ways, as most Mexicans enjoy seasoned rice, tortilla (a wheat-based roti), meat, and vegetables. The most popular Mexican dish – tacos can be described as an open wrapper with a filling of meat, cheese and lettuce as the star of the show. The taco shell can be eaten both soft and even hard, simply by cooking the tortilla.
2. Pizza – Italian
We all know the modest combination of sauce, cheese and bread! This Italian delicacy has crossed Italian borders and oceans to become one of the most beloved dishes in the world. Although there are now many variations of pizza, authentic Italian pizza consists of a soft, crispy crust, spicy marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese (also known as Margherita pizza).
3 . Moussaka – Greek
Known for its earthy and simple flavors, Greek cuisine moussaka is one of the most popular dishes in cooking, making it a great dish to introduce you to the world of Greek cuisine. Although moussaka has many variations, it is the Greek version that has held a special place in the hearts of gourmets. It looks a lot like lasagna, but the flavors are very different; it is often a meat dish made with potatoes or eggplant.
4. Sushi – Japanese
This popular Japanese dish has received a lot of hype over the past decade and has become a delicacy all over the world. For the uninitiated, traditional sushi is raw fish and vegetables wrapped in vinegared rice. This cold and salty delicacy has a characteristic sour taste, which sets it apart from other popular dishes!
5. Paella – Spanish
“Paella” is actually a special pan in which this dish is cooked, and it became the name of this one-pan rice dish! Paella is prepared by slowly cooking rice, vegetables, seafood and spices until it takes its flavorful shape. This rice dish is very similar to the Indian classics khichdi and pulao, but the main difference is that meat is a key ingredient in the Spanish dish.
6. Coq au vin – French
The name of this quintessential French dish, coq au vin, literally means ‘cock in wine’. As the name suggests, this French dish features chicken braised in wine, mushrooms, onions, garlic, bacon, and sometimes even brandy! The main feature of this dish is the wine, which gives the dish its characteristic taste.
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7. Thai Curry – Thai
Another popular dish often enjoyed in restaurants, Thai curry is a creamy, chewy curry made with a special paste, coconut milk, meat, seafood, vegetables, and spices. There are three popular variations of this curry, each depending on the variation of the paste used in the curry: green Thai curry, red Thai curry and yellow Thai curry.
8. Bibimbap – Korean
The name bibimbap is divided into the Korean words “bibim”, meaning rice mixture, and “bap” referring to the name used for rice. This hot Korean rice dish is basically served with fried vegetables, kimchi, gochujang (chili paste), soy sauce, eggs and sliced meat. This warm dish is carefully mixed before it is consumed.
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9. Irish Stew – Irish
The quintessence of comfort food, the traditional Irish stew requires just a few ingredients: meat, onions and potatoes, with salt and pepper. In Southern Ireland, carrots are added, and some cooks even go as far as adding turnips, parsnips or rutabaga. Parsley or a sprig of thyme can also be used in the pan. For a real Irish stew, aficionados say, you should use mutton.
02. Pho – Vietnamese
Considered the national dish of Vietnam, pho is a Vietnamese soup prepared with broth, rice noodles, spices, and meat. Pronounced ‘Fuh’ and not ‘Foe’, it is a real hit on Vietnamese streets and enjoyed for lunch and dinner.
Try these different dishes and taste the world at home!
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