World & Regional Cuisine

Every part of the country has it's own unique culture. Each region has it's own vernacular, customs, celebrations, and cuisine. This article celebrates and invites the reader to embrace the...

How to make the polish dish haluski.

This is a spaghetti sauce I received from my father who's parents came straight from Italy. It's so good I get compliments on it all the time. I use it to make Lasagna and everything Italian. I...

More and more, people are looking for ways to prepare and eat healthier foods without sacrificing flavor. It's hard to balance the two, since so many people love the flavor of things like butter,...

If you have ever wanted to make homemade jelly, try making your own pindo palm jelly. Pindo palms grow in the southern United States in areas such as South Carolina and Florida. The palm trees...

Actually, this technique comes from Monterey Mexico. My buddy Pedro, from work, shared with me his grandmothers simple, yet amazing hot sauce recipe. You will be hard pressed to find another hot...

The classics never get old. Try this recipe for tomato/spaghetti sauce to bring an authentic taste of old world Italy to your table.

Albondigas are Spanish and Latin-American meatballs. Mexican albondigas differ from other varieties with the addition of tomato broth and signature spices, and are cooked with vegetables....

Still have a ton of green tomatoes left from your garden? Maybe they're not even big enough to slice and fry? Here's a delicious recipe for Green Tomato Ketchup that will impress your guests.

If you love pot stickers as much as I do, you will be more then pleased to learn that you can make these at home, and quite easily! All it takes are the right ingredients and about an hour of...

Many people dislike cooking just for themselves, preferring to order take-out. But cooking for yourself can be a pleasure. For one thing, you don't have to cater to anyone's tastes but your own,...

Americans in the South eat boiled peanuts as a snack. Whatscookingamerica.net states that it's believed boiled peanuts came about during the Civil War. Confederates were short on supplies,...

Some people find solace in drink and debauchery. Others may find solace in piety and righteous indignation. I find my peace in sport, the camaraderie that comes as a byproduct, and beans. Although...

Curry is both flavorful and fragrant, producing irresistible dishes. It is a very flexible herb that can be cooked with either fresh, dried or powdered. When cooking with dried curry leaves, only...

Growing up I ate food draped with red tomato sauce 4 times a week...I ate a lot of Italian food. Fortunately for me I got to treat myself with my grandmothers authentic homemade pasta sauce, who's...

Sorghum is a pure syrup that is made from sorghum cane. It is very dark and thick, and actually very good for the body. It contains essential vitamins and minerals our bodies need to survive....

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...

Queso Fresco is a semi-soft white Mexican cheese with a slightly salty, tangy flavor. As evidenced by its name, it is a fresh cheese that is best when eaten soon after it is made. Queso Fresco is...

Have you ever cooked pasta noodles and found them mushy, crunchy or watery? With some help you can cook noodles like they do in Italy or your favorite Italian restaurant. Cooking pasta isn’t just...

The summer is here and even if you cannot get away to the islands you can eat like you're already there.

With this tutorial, you will learn how to make a traditional brazilian rice using very simple ingredients. This recipe can be made on a normal cooking pot, or using a rice cooker.

These are a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables! You can use cabbage or even zucchini instead of the celery.

Turkey is a country known for its natural resources. From apricots to copper, "made in Turkey" is appearing more and more frequently on specialty items throughout the world. Some of the most...

If you are getting tired of plain white rice and would like to try another rice to use as a side dish, give this one a try. You will not be disappointed.

Have you ever had Vietnamese spring rolls? Well, you know how good they are and they are very simple to prepare at home so why not give it a try!

Make your own Fresh Ricotta Cheese for a fraction of the cost of store bought. If you are making this Ricotta Cheese for a Cheesecake recipe I recommend using the Lemon Juice Option. This recipe...

Jolloff rice is a staple food common among West Africans. Basically, it's rice cooked with tomato sauce, meat broth, spices and a handful of other optional food items. These optional items could...

First time cooks looking to create classic German food will be surprised to learn that many German dishes are easy to prepare with everyday ingredients found in your supermarket. Many German...

Okazi or Ukazi is an aromatic leaf used mostly for cooking in the eastern part of Nigeria. Okazi soup is popular among Nigerians for its deliciousness. Of course, the deliciousness often depends...

Carnitas, a traditional Mexican dish made of pork, is slow-cooked until it falls apart in tender strands. It's used frequently as a filling for tacos and burritos. Making this dish in a copper pot...

Sweet brown rice is a soft, sticky brown rice that is sometimes called sushi rice because its texture lends itself well to sushi rolls. Although it is considered a glutinous rice because of the...

Who doesn't love a good gumbo. My secret to the a great gumbo is a dark almost chocolate roux. The flavor is incredible and will surely shock all who taste it.

Dashi is the base in many Japanese dishes and almost all Japanese soups. Dashi is made from kombu, or dried kelp, and katsuobushi, which is flaked, dried tuna. The three varieties of dashi --...

Mizithra is a traditional Greek unpasteurized cheese with a soft, creamy granular texture and a flavor similar to ricotta. It is made with sheep's or goat's milk, and sometimes a combination of...

Turkish coffee is a delicious - and difficult to make - drink, perfect for a little pick-me-up. Although it's not the easiest to make, once you get the hang of it, you'll have to fend off friends...

Chicken Adobo is probably the most well-known dish in Filipino Cuisine. It is easily recognizable by its wonderful aroma, tenderness, and flavor. There are many different variations of this dish...

Udon noodles are a type of wheat pasta typically seen in Japanese cooking, especially in soups. They are often sold in shelf-stable packages either as completely dried or partially (semi-dried)....

Beef marrow is often a critical ingredient in dishes like osso buco. Marrow bones may be roasted and presented, cracked, to diners along with marrow spoons and toast points. They may appear as the...

Banga soup is a dish common in west Africa. There are many variations. It gets its name from palm kernels, which are also known as banga. Fresh palm kernels are imperative for this dish. This dish...

Coming from a family of five kids rice was the main starch of our family. We ate it plain, fried or as a cereal with milk and sugar. (We use to put cocoa powder with the mild and sugar, too) I...

When you think of Italian food, you think of pasta. Pasta can be served in many different dishes, from appetizers to desserts. No matter what the dish is, its success depends on the pasta being...

Making tea should be a soothing ritual. A cup of tea is an excuse to step back and savor life, as it should be lived. Tea should be prepared and shared with friends or family. Tea time should be...

Kasha is a hearty porridge that has been enjoyed for centuries. Its name refers to its sole ingredient of roasted buckwheat kernels. Kasha can also be made from millet, rye, wheat, oats and...

The mixed beef vegetables and rice dish, called "bibimbap" in Korea, is very similar to the Japanese teppanyaki. Instead of using hot griddle or grilling plate like in Japan, the Koreans...

A staple in Mexican Cuisine are refried beans. They are a great source of protein and are very yummy to eat at any time. It is great to keep some refrigerated at all times for an easy meal like a...

An old long lost southern delicacy Picked Cows Tongue served cold on a cracker! This Recipe was passed down through the family to My Mothers from My Fathers step Mother. Hears a little bit of my...

Prepare a pot for a chili verde recipe by adding olive oil. Learn more about preparing pots for chili verde with expert tips from a chef in this free video about homemade chili verde.

If you have lived in the southern United States, you might have heard the expression "Use everything but the oink." This refers to the practice of cooking every part of the pig, including the...

Everyone from the South is familiar with boiled peanuts. They are a favorite snack, and can be frozen and enjoyed year-round. It's one of those foods that once you start eating them, it's very...

Maklooba (or Maklouba/Makloubeh) is a Middle Eastern rice dish. It varies slightly from country to country, but the main ingredients are rice, lamb or chicken, cauliflower and eggplant. All the...