World & Regional Cuisine

Every wants to know how to do it and here it is the country style chicken fried steak recipe. Make it yourself an gave your family and fiends a taste of the south.

This pasta dish is made from scratch, but is still quick and easy and a great way to make use of leftover potatoes that you may have after a big dinner. Gnocchi is usually served as a satisfying...

Homemade oriental noodles are a hearty addition to any soup or stir-fry dish. Udon noodles are some of the easiest oriental noodles to make, and when prepared in a traditional style, are made by...

Chinese dumplings are traditional food eaten in China and Chinese communities overseas. It is very versatile because the fillings can go from meat to vegan. In many places outside the Chinese...

Want to look like a Brazilian? That one is a little tough: What exactly a Brazilian looks like is debatable for a country of nearly 190 million people that happens to be one of the most ethnically...

Tortillas are a flat bread that originated in Mexico; however, they are a common staple in American Southwest cuisine. They have gained popularity in North America and Europe, and they have even...

Irish soda bread began in the 19th century when baking soda was introduced to the lower class households of Ireland. Because ovens were scarce, soda and buttermilk were desirable because of their...

The easiest way to make delicious fried calamari at home

Warm and chewy, homemade tortillas are an excellent way to enjoy a more authentic Mexican dining experience. Flour tortillas are an excellent complement to any meal but an especially important...

Mochi originated in Japan and is now popular all over the world. The term "mochi" means "rice cake" in Japanese, and the dish is made from starchy steamed rice that is formed into a sticky dough...

Naan, an unleavened flatbread that originated in Central Asia, is a food staple in India and neighboring South Asian countries. This tasty and traditional accompaniment to curries, spiced meats,...

Tortillas are a thin flat bread used primarily in Mexican cuisine. They are traditionally prepared using a lightly fried corn-based dough, but American versions are often flour-based. Tortillas...

The recipe for tortillas is fairly simple; all you need is flour, salt, water, baking powder and oil, lard or shortening. Traditionally, a tortilla press flattens the dough before the tortillas...

Chervil pie is an age-old Dutch recipe that is believed to have been based on French quiche recipes of the 16th century. While similar to French quiches in many ways, Chervil pie is a fairly...

The art of crafting soba noodles, a popular staple dish in Japan with all of its variations, begins with two basic ingredients. Recipes for soba noodles evolved over the decades to include other...

Samosa is a very popular snack in south asia. In all of India, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh, it is enjoyed by people in all age groups. Now based upon the region and the weather, there is a...

There's no question that homemade foods taste better than store-bought. This is especially true for bread. There's something about the personal effort that you put into mixing and preparing the...

For a nice light dinner there is nothing better then fish tacos. Deep fried and then placed in a nice warm tortilla with some salsa and enjoyed with some Spanish rice (see my recipe) and some...

Manioc root is a tuber indigenous to South America. In North America it is more commonly known as cassava root or tapioca, and in Latin America it is known as yucca. Manioc root is a miracle...

Chiles Rellenos, or "stuffed chiles" in Spanish, are a traditional Mexican dish suitable for just about any occasion. Though they can be time-consuming to make, once you get the hang of the ...

Bohemian recipes are native to areas of central Europe once known as Bohemia but recognized today as parts of Poland, Czechoslovakia and Germany. Bohemian cooking is rich in tradition and taste....

Both the flour and corn tortillas are basic food staple in Mexico, with over 300 million per day being consumed. Most tortillas are mass produced by machine, but a Mexican can tell you a handmade...

A depression era recipe

Want to impress your friends at your next dinner party? Make this really simple ricotta gnocchi, add your favorite tomato sauce or cheese and serve it with a crisp Pinot Grigio and a fresh...

This is a wonderful, traditional Mexican dish anyone can appreciate. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed in a flour tortilla or on a plate.

Halva, which can be spelled a variety of ways, is traditionally a very sweet confection served as a dessert. The two most popular versions of halva are made with either semolina flour or sesame...

Usually, making the dough takes hours of your time, but this techniques takes less of your time, but spreads the work over two to three days. The trick to the dough is in the waiting. By...

Carimanolas are fried yuca wrapped around a savory filling; a favorite carnival food in Panama. You might also be lucky enough to find them as appetizers or breakfast food at local restaurants....

It's tempting to think that true Italian cooking must be complicated. If you've ever eaten good Italian food and tasted the depth and richness of a good sauce, or the delicate flavor and texture...

A simple crispy bread, much like a cracker, that originates from the Nordic regions of the world has become popular as an ingredient in appetizers or snacks. Crispbread, a flat and bubbly bread,...

Italian cooking is a creative way to use your tomato harvest through the summer and fall. Fresh herbs like basil, oregano, thyme or garlic are common in Italian food and easily grown indoors or...

Soy products, which are food items made from soy beans, are everywhere, hiding in foods and being touted as the greatest thing since sliced bread. Soy foods are a basic staple of the vegetarian...

Want to enjoy this traditional Japanese meal from the comfort of your own home? Try this recipe, it is quick, easy and absolutely delicious!

We have all seen the movie...Fried Green Tomatoes. This classic Southern food is a staple on our table and with this easy recipe it will be on yours too!

Piadina is a traditional food of the Romagna area in Italy, a typically poor - but very tasty - recipee, requiring only flour, water or milk and animal fats. It is a type of local bread that is...

Italian chestnuts are very delicious, low in fat and an excellent fiber source. Here's a recipe to incorporate them into a creamy fettucine alfredo pasta dish. To boost the fiber and protein...

Cannoli are an Italian dessert that originated in Sicily. Deep fried tubes are filled with either a custard cream or ricotta cheese. The tubes or shells must be made first and allowed to cool...

Chapati is a flat round bread that is common in india and east africa. Itis mainly served with meat stew.

If you love incredible pizza, along with all those savory ingredients that can be added as toppings, then this recipe is sure to please your palate and alleviate the need to call one of those top...

Roux, a mix of butter and flour, is a component of many French sauces. Basically, it is a way to thicken sauces. You may see it referred to by color---white, blond, or brown---depending on...

Meat pies have occupied British tables since the Middle Ages, but shepherd's pie is a comparatively modern dish, having become popular after the Spanish brought potatoes to Europe in 1520. Fairly...

Semolina flour is a coarse, yellow flour, made from durum wheat. Durum wheat has hard wheat berries that are high in protein and gluten, making it a widely used flour for pasta. The high gluten...

Tortillas are a flat bread that can be filled with a variety of foods like rice, beans or meat. A foundational component of many Mexican meals, tortillas have gained worldwide popularity, becoming...

Yuca, sometimes called manioc root or cassava, is a very popular food staple in Latin America, Africa and tropical regions. The root is long and tapered with a thick, rough brown skin. The flesh...

Homemade flour taco shells, or tortillas, are a delicious staple of Mexican cuisine. A good homemade tortilla is airy and pliable, used as an accompaniment for traditional Mexican dishes and...

Roti canai is a type of thin Malaysian flatbread. Its thin texture is similar to a pancake. Roti canai is commonly consumed in India, as well as Singapore and Malaysia. It is a versatile dish that...

It takes an experienced cook to make a good saffron sauce for fish, seafood, meat or fruit. The sauce is made like a white sauce using broth, fish stock or heavy cream. Its bright yellow color...

Rusks are a crunchy, baked treat that are served in many parts of the world such as India, Great Britain and South Africa. They are often dipped in tea to make them soft enough to eat. They are...

Traditional Japanese candies rely on ingredients such as bean paste, rice flour, chestnuts and sweet potatoes. To a standard American palate these treats, or wagashi, may seem unusual or lacking...

Now you don't have to go out to a pizza parlor for a fresh delicious pie! Follow the easy recipe for a quick and easy meal!