World of Food

Greece National Food

Briám: Oven-Roasted Summer Vegetable Medley

Briám is a quintessential Greek ladera (olive oil–based) vegetable casserole that celebrates summer’s bounty. In…

Tsipouro (Tsikoudia/Raki)

Tsipouro is Greece’s homegrown brandy, distilled from the humble grape pomace left after winemaking. Often…

Kourabiedes — Almond shortbread coated in powdered sugar

Kourabiedes (κουραμπιέδες) are the classic Greek shortbread cookies of the holiday season, dusted heavily in…

Hórta Vrastá: Boiled Wild Greens

Hórta (hortá) refers to a variety of leafy greens that grow wild or in home…

Rizogalo — Greek Rice Pudding

Rizogalo (ρυζόγαλο) is a velvety Greek rice pudding, simple yet deeply comforting. The name itself…

Youvarlakia Avgolemono

Youvarlakia are traditional Greek soup dumplings — small meatballs made with ground meat and rice,…

Greek Fish Soup with Avgolemono (Psarosóupa Avgolemonó)

Psarosóupa Avgolemonó is the Greek kitchen’s answer to comfort with a citrusy twist. This traditional…

Spetsofai — Greek Sausages with Peppers & Tomatoes

A rustic Pelion stew of Greek sausages simmered with red and green peppers, tomato, garlic…

Retsina – Traditional Greek Pine-Resin Wine

A glass of Retsina offers a vibrant taste of Greece’s past and present. This traditional…

Italian National Food

Bruschetta

Bruschetta, articulated as "broo-SKET-ta" in Italian, represents a cherished antipasto that encapsulates the essence and…

Fegatto Ala Veneziana

Fegato alla Veneziana, meaning "Venetian-style liver," is a traditional dish from the Veneto region of…

Penne Alla Gricia

Characterized by its simplicity, premium ingredients, and strong flavors, Penne Alla Gricia is a classic…

Pizza VESUVIO

Pizza Vesuvio is a classic Italian meal that deftly combines calzone qualities with those of…

Polpette Alla Milanese

Polpette Alla Milanese, or Milanese-style meatballs, is a cherished dish originating from the vibrant city…

Pizza FUNGI

Pizza Funghi, commonly known as mushroom pizza, represents a cherished Italian classic characterized by the…

Penne Alla Bolognese

Renowned Italian pasta dish Penne Alla Bolognese combines the pleasing texture of penne pasta with…

Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta, originating in the Piedmont region of Italy, is a popular dessert made by…

Penne All Arrabbiata

Penne All'Arrabbiata is a cherished Italian pasta dish that exemplifies the robust and vivid flavors…

Austrian National Food

Frittatensuppe

Frittatensuppe, a cherished element of Austrian gastronomy, exemplifies the profound culinary heritage that characterizes this…

Kaiserschmarrn

Considered a delicacy in Austria and other former Austro-Hungarian Empire, Kaiserschmarrn is a sumptuous and…

Kaspressknödel

Kaspressknödel, a cherished traditional dish, represents Austria's contribution to comfort food, ideal for warming both…

Linzer Torte

The Linzer torte, a well-known pastry with roots in Austrian cuisine, holds a special place…

Brettljause

A beloved meal from Austria, Brettljause is a rustic, filling snack platter ideal for a…

Blunzengröstl

Blunzngröstl, or Gröstl mit Blutwurst, is a traditional Austrian dish that exemplifies the nation's affinity…

Marillenknödel

A classic Austrian dessert, Marillenknödel, or apricot dumplings, reflects the tastes of the area. Usually…

Germknödel

At the core of Austrian gastronomy is the pillowy yeast-dough dumpling that embodies the comfortable…

Apfelstrudel

Apple strudel, known in its original German as Apfelstrudel, goes beyond simple pastry to reflect…