Food World
Discover 1708 iconic traditional dishes from 145 countries — what they are, what's in them, and where to taste the real thing.
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Kafta
Grilled minced meat skewers with parsley and onion.
Kamaboko
Kamaboko is the classic Japanese steamed fish cake made from seasoned surimi, painted pink, and served at New Year, in bento, and in noodle broth.
Kanelbulle
Cardamom-scented cinnamon bun, the heart of fika.
Käsespätzle
Soft egg noodles layered with cheese and fried onion.
Katuk
Katuk counts among the traditional food of Bulgaria, a spread locals hold dear.
Kelešica
Kelešica is a cake from Croatia.
Kelle Paça Çorbası
Kelle Paça Çorbası is a traditional offal soup from Turkey.
Key Lime Pie
Tart lime custard in a graham crust under meringue.
Khao Man Gai
Poached chicken over rice cooked in the broth.
Kimchi
Salted napa cabbage fermented with chilli, garlic and fish sauce — the constant of every Korean meal.
Kinche
Kinche is a beloved porridge, traditional to Ethiopia.
Koliva
Rooted in Ukraine, Koliva is a porridge enjoyed for generations.
Korma
Mild, creamy curry enriched with nuts and yoghurt.
Kotlovina
Kotlovina is a Croatian cauldron feast, pork and chicken simmered over an open fire with paprika, wine and potatoes, shared outdoors with family and friends.
Kung Pao Chicken
Diced chicken stir-fried with peanuts, chilli and numbing pepper.
La Sauvagine
Rooted in Canada, La Sauvagine is a cheese enjoyed for generations.
Lagkage
Lagkage is the Danish cream layer cake, sponge and whipped cream piled with strawberries and fruit, served at every Danish birthday and celebration.
Lahmacun
Thin crisp flatbread topped with spiced minced meat.
Lincolnshire Sausage
Lincolnshire Sausage is a beloved sausage, traditional to the United Kingdom.
Little Colonel
Rooted in the United Kingdom, Little Colonel is a cheese enjoyed for generations.
Lobster Roll
Sweet lobster meat piled into a buttered, toasted bun.
Lomo Saltado
Stir-fried beef with onions and tomato, served over fries and rice.
Loukoumades
Honey-soaked dough puffs dusted with cinnamon.
Lulas Com Ferrado
Rooted in Portugal, Lulas Com Ferrado is a squid dish enjoyed for generations.