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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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All dishes

1708 total
Moretta Fanese -- traditional dish from Italy
Drinks & Beverages ★ 4.0

Moretta Fanese

Moretta fanese is a dark espresso-and-brandy drink from Fano on Italy's Adriatic coast, layered with anise liqueur, lemon and cracked pepper.

🇮🇹 Italy · 📍 Fano, Province of Pesaro and Urbino, Marche — Adriatic coast of central Italy
Mornay Sauce -- traditional dish from France
Snacks & Appetizers ★ 4.0

Mornay Sauce

Mornay Sauce is a sauce from France.

🇫🇷 France
Mulgipuder -- traditional dish from Estonia
Salads & Sides ★ 4.0

Mulgipuder

Mashed potato and barley topped with bacon.

🇪🇪 Estonia · 📍 Mulgimaa
Naan Berenji -- traditional dish from Iran
Desserts & Sweets ★ 4.0

Naan Berenji

Hailing from Iran, Naan Berenji is a much-loved cookie.

🇮🇷 Iran
Nevsky Pirog -- traditional dish from Russia
Desserts & Sweets ★ 4.0

Nevsky Pirog

Hailing from Russia, Nevsky Pirog is a much-loved cake.

🇷🇺 Russia
Desserts & Sweets ★ 4.0

Nudle s Mákem

Rooted in the Czech Republic, Nudle s Mákem is a dessert enjoyed for generations.

🇨🇿 Czech Republic
Pa de Pages Catala -- traditional dish from Spain
Breads & Pastries ★ 4.0

Pa de Pages Catala

Hailing from Spain, Pa de Pages Catala is a much-loved bread.

🇪🇸 Spain
Desserts & Sweets ★ 4.0

Panipopo

Panipopo counts among the traditional food of Samoa, a dessert locals hold dear.

🇼🇸 Samoa
Pato no Tucupi -- traditional dish from Brazil
Soups & Stews ★ 4.0

Pato no Tucupi

Pato no Tucupi is a beloved stew, traditional to Brazil.

🇧🇷 Brazil
Peanut Butter Cookie -- traditional dish from United States
Desserts & Sweets ★ 4.0

Peanut Butter Cookie

Peanut Butter Cookie counts among the traditional food of the United States, a cookie locals hold dear.

🇺🇸 United States
Penang Laksa -- traditional dish from Malaysia
Noodles & Pasta ★ 4.0

Penang Laksa

Penang Laksa is a traditional noodle dish from Malaysia.

🇲🇾 Malaysia
Noodles & Pasta ★ 4.0

Pisarei

Pisarei are tiny hand-rolled breadcrumb pasta from Piacenza, Emilia-Romagna. Served in a rich bean and pancetta broth (pisarei e fasö).

🇮🇹 Italy · 📍 Emilia-Romagna
Pizza Boscaiola -- traditional dish from Italy
Breads & Pastries ★ 4.0

Pizza Boscaiola

Pizza Boscaiola is a traditional pizza from Italy.

🇮🇹 Italy
Pizza Cake -- traditional dish from Canada
Breads & Pastries ★ 4.0

Pizza Cake

Pizza Cake counts among the traditional food of Canada, a pizza locals hold dear.

🇨🇦 Canada
Pizza Melanzane -- traditional dish from Italy
Breads & Pastries ★ 4.0

Pizza Melanzane

Pizza Melanzane is one of the classic dishes in the pizza tradition of Italy.

🇮🇹 Italy
Presunto de Barrancos -- traditional dish from Portugal
Meat & Grills ★ 4.0

Presunto de Barrancos

Presunto de Barrancos is one of the classic dishes in the cured ham tradition of Portugal.

🇵🇹 Portugal · 📍 Barrancos
Profezeni -- traditional dish from Italy
Street Food ★ 4.0

Profezeni

Profezeni is a traditional sandwich from Italy.

🇮🇹 Italy
Desserts & Sweets ★ 4.0

Profiterole

Profiterole is one of the classic dishes in the sweet pastry tradition of France.

🇫🇷 France
Rajská Omáčka -- traditional dish from Czech Republic
Snacks & Appetizers ★ 4.0

Rajská Omáčka

Rajská Omáčka is a beloved sauce, traditional to the Czech Republic.

🇨🇿 Czech Republic
Rice Noodle Roll -- traditional dish from China
Snacks & Appetizers ★ 4.0

Rice Noodle Roll

Rooted in China, Rice Noodle Roll is a snack enjoyed for generations.

🇨🇳 China
Rice Vermicelli -- traditional dish from China
Noodles & Pasta ★ 4.0

Rice Vermicelli

From China, Rice Vermicelli is a well-known noodle dish.

🇨🇳 China
Drinks & Beverages ★ 4.0

Ristretto

Ristretto is one of the classic dishes in the coffee (beverage) tradition of Italy.

🇮🇹 Italy
Rosquillo -- traditional dish from Philippines
Desserts & Sweets ★ 4.0

Rosquillo

Rosquillo is a traditional cookie from the Philippines.

🇵🇭 Philippines
Drinks & Beverages ★ 4.0

Rượu

Rượu is one of the classic dishes in the drink tradition of Vietnam.

🇻🇳 Vietnam