Recipes

Al Pastor is a popular Mexican dish of marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit, then thinly sliced and served, often in tacos, with toppings like pineapple, onions, and cilantro.

Adobo is the unofficial national dish of the Philippines, known for its bold, savory-sour flavor. Made by braising chicken in a marinade of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns, it’s a comforting dish that’s easy to make and deeply satisfying.

Birria is a traditional Mexican stew made with tender, slow-cooked beef (or goat) simmered in a rich, smoky chile-based sauce. It's perfect for tacos, quesabirria, or served with its flavorful broth (consommé) for dipping. A bold, comforting dish with deep roots in Jalisco's culinary heritage.

Keshi Yena is a beloved traditional Aruban dish featuring a hollowed-out cheese round stuffed with a savory mixture of spiced meat, vegetables, olives, and sometimes raisins, then baked until rich and melty. It’s a flavorful comfort food that perfectly blends Caribbean and Dutch influences.

Pho is a beloved Vietnamese noodle soup known for its fragrant broth, flat rice noodles, and tender slices of beef or chicken. Infused with warming spices like star anise and cinnamon, and topped with fresh herbs, lime, and chili, pho is both comforting and full of flavor — a true staple of Vietnamese cuisine.

Souvlaki is a popular Greek street food made of small, marinated meat pieces (usually chicken, pork, or lamb) grilled on skewers. Often served in warm pita with tzatziki sauce, fresh vegetables, and herbs, it’s a flavorful and satisfying taste of Greece in every bite.

Feijoada is Brazil’s most iconic dish — a rich, hearty stew made with black beans, pork, and beef, slow-cooked to perfection. Traditionally served with rice, orange slices, collard greens, and farofa, it’s a flavorful celebration of Brazilian comfort food and culture.

Pad Thai is Thailand’s most iconic street food dish — a flavorful stir-fried noodle creation that balances sweet, salty, sour, and spicy notes in every bite. Made with rice noodles, tamarind-based sauce, protein like chicken or shrimp, and finished with crunchy peanuts and fresh lime, it’s a perfect harmony of textures and flavors that captures the essence of Thai cuisine.

Paella is a traditional Spanish rice dish from Valencia, known for its vibrant saffron color, rich flavors, and variety of ingredients like seafood, meats, and vegetables. Cooked in a wide, shallow pan, it’s famous for its crispy bottom layer of rice called socarrat.

Chili Crab is a beloved Singaporean seafood dish featuring fresh crab stir-fried in a rich, sweet, and spicy tomato-chili sauce. Known for its bold flavors and messy, hands-on eating, it’s often enjoyed with steamed buns to soak up every drop of the savory sauce.

Peking Duck is a famous Chinese dish known for its crispy, golden skin and tender, flavorful meat. Traditionally roasted to perfection, it’s served sliced thin with soft pancakes, hoisin sauce, and fresh vegetables like cucumber and scallions, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Panamanian Sancocho is a traditional chicken stew made with hearty root vegetables like yuca, flavored with culantro, garlic, and onions. Light yet flavorful, it’s a national comfort dish often served with white rice and lime for a simple, satisfying meal.