Jamaican Rum Punch
Jamaican rum punch is a festive tropical drink that balances strong rum with citrus, pineapple, sweetness, and aromatic bitters. This pitcher recipe combines dark and …
Egyptian Basbousa (Semolina Syrup Cake)
Basbousa is a popular Egyptian sweet made from coarse semolina, yogurt, coconut, and a fragrant sugar syrup. The cake is scored before baking so syrup …
Hawaiian Loco Moco
Loco Moco is a beloved Hawaiian comfort meal of rice, a hamburger patty, brown gravy, and a fried egg. The patties leave savory browned bits …
Taiwanese Lu Rou Fan (Braised Pork Rice)
Lu rou fan is Taiwan’s comforting braised pork rice bowl, built around caramelized pork, soy, rice wine, and warm spices. Slow simmering turns pork belly …
Dominican Sancocho (Hearty Root Vegetable Stew)
Dominican sancocho is a celebratory one-pot stew layered with meats, plantains, yuca, corn, and other starchy roots. Browning the meats first and adding the vegetables …
Moroccan Chicken Bastilla (Savory Phyllo Pie)
Bastilla is a Moroccan celebration pie that layers fragrant chicken, silky egg, toasted almonds, and crisp phyllo in one dramatic dish. The filling is cooked …
Russian Kvass (Fermented Rye Bread Drink)
Russian kvass is a lightly sparkling fermented drink made from toasted rye bread, water, sugar, and a small amount of yeast. Toasting the bread gives …
French Cherry Clafoutis (Rustic Baked Custard)
Clafoutis is a rustic French dessert from Limousin: fresh cherries baked in a lightly sweet custard until softly set and golden. A quick batter and …
Dark ‘n’ Stormy Cocktail
The Dark ‘n’ Stormy is a famous Bermudian highball that combines dark rum, spicy ginger beer, and lime in a refreshing layered drink. The cocktail …
Nigerian Moi Moi (Steamed Bean Pudding)
Moi moi is a Nigerian steamed bean pudding made from peeled black-eyed peas, peppers, and aromatics, enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or celebrations. A smooth blended …