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15 Best Beverages to Try Out in Bulgaria

Bulgarian beverages are worth sampling, and some have a distinct flavor that can only be found in that country. Bulgarians take great pride in their alcoholic beverages. They are proud to produce them not only in factories but also at home. 15 Best Beverages to Try Out in Bulgaria 1. Ayran This is one of Bulgaria’s most popular and beloved drinks. The main ingredient is the well-known Bulgarian yogurt. This yogurt, also known as sour milk or simply kiselo mlyako, has a distinct flavor. This is due to Lactobacillus bulgaricus, which is naturally found in Bulgaria and gives the milk … Read more

10 Interesting Facts about Biryani You Must Know

Asia, Non Vegetarian, Vegetarian

We all can agree to the fact that Biryani = LOVE. Be it Hyderabadi, Mughlai or Lucknowi, this irresistible concoction of rice prepared by using a multitude of spices is an absolute delight to the taste buds. But, Biryani is not any ordinary dish. It has got a rich history to its credit, inundated with several interesting facts which you would be amazed to discover. 10 Interesting Facts about Biryani You Must Know 1. The origin Our humble Biryani has been satisfying the hunger of the human kind not only for years, but centuries. Biryani is a native of Persia. … Read more

The History Behind India’s Most Loved Snack samosa

Snacks, Appetizers

The origin of the word Samosa comes from the Persian word Sanbosag. In India, this popular Indian snack has a number of names. In Bengal, it is called Shingara and in Odisha, it is called Shingada. Goa and the country of Portugal have adopted the same name and call it Chamuca, and in Hyderabad it is known as Lukhmi. For all of us who love to eat Indian snacks, eating samosas is something that goes in unison with it. Crispy, triangular, and golden-fried, samosas have been extremely popular in India for almost eight centuries now. Many people are under the … Read more

20 Varieties of Indian Pickles you must try out

Asia, Appetizers

Pickles are an intrinsic part of the Indian culinary sphere for ages and transcend the western definition of preserving vegetables and fruits in brine and vinegar. Every state in India has several unique sorts of pickles that boost our palate and taste buds with a spicy and tangy hit of flavours. Mangoes, Lemons, and Chillies are indisputably the foremost favourite ingredients. However, Indian pickles transcend the standard concoctions of spices and flavours that we are familiar with. To reiterate our love for pickles, I’ve handpicked some unusual pickles from the four corners of the country that are sure to make … Read more

12 Types of Biryani a Foodie Must Try

Asia, Non Vegetarian

If you are in India, Biryani is something you’ll get in every city and almost in every restaurant. This is the richness of it that will make your soul happy. The beautiful balance of spices, meat, rice, and vegetables is what makes it delicious. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, India offers you a variety of biryani. This is the beauty of India, one country one dish but different flavours. It is one of the favorite delicacies of not only Indians but also people visiting India. For Indians, biryani is not a dish, it’s an emotion, that makes your sad soul happy, can … Read more

15 Lipsmacking Rajasthani Dishes You Must Try

Asia

Being a land of Marwaris, Rajasthan has more tasty vegetarian food than non-veg. Yes! ‘Tasty’ vegetarian food. Here, the main ingredients of every dish, ghee, and regional spices are the most important. Here are some dishes that one must try the next time they are in Rajasthan. 15 Lipsmacking Rajasthani Dishes You Must Try 1. Bajre ki khichdi Bajra or pearl millet flour, as called in English, is great for energy and fibre. Prepared with a lot of ghee, this dish tastes good even when you are sick. You can add sugar while eating to make it more appealing to … Read more

18 Most Popular Foods to Eat in Mizoram

Asia

Mizoram, the state with the simplest food and rarest scenic beauty has a short and sweet array of cuisine that combines the goodness of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. 18 Most Popular Foods to Eat in Mizoram 1. Bai This dish of steamed vegetables cooked with pork, bamboo shoots and spiced local herbs is a famous dish in this northeastern state. This is even consumed by many as a soup before they jump onto the main course. 2. Vawksa Rep Pork is eaten a lot by the locals in the state. This is a smoked pork dish with oyster sauce … Read more

13 Delicious Foods to Eat in Copenhagen

Snacks, Desserts, Europe, Non Vegetarian, Street Food

Copenhagen is often considered the happiest city on Earth and something tells me it’s the food. Denmark has become known for bringing the New Nordic Cuisine on the foreground with Copenhagen hosting a great number of high-end restaurants with Michelin stars. Their artful culinary is exceptional and so here are the dishes you absolutely need to try when in Copenhagen. Velbekomme! 13 Delicious Foods to Eat in Copenhagen 1. Smørrebrød Smørrebrød is a traditional open-faced sandwich that usually consists of a piece of buttered rye bread, a dense, brown bread, topped with commercial or homemade cold cuts, pieces of meat … Read more

11 Most Popular Vegetarian Foods to Eat in Tibet

Asia, Vegetarian

Tibet has a cold climate due to which meat forms a large part of the diet. When it comes to food, vegetarian options are a lot fewer as compared to non-vegetarian ones. However, the ones that do exist are quite delicious. 11 Most Popular Vegetarian Foods to Eat in Tibet 1. Momos Momos are extremely popular in India, however, it is believed that they are Tibetan in origin. Although they are similar to Chinese dumplings, they have their own distinct flavour. The outer covering is made from a dough using refined flour. The filling consists of meat traditionally, however, there … Read more

12 Exotic Foods to Eat in UAE

Asia, Non Vegetarian, Snacks, Vegetarian

The United Arab Emirates is a cosmopolitan country that offers various attractions for tourists all around the world. Apart from the places worth visiting, tourists enjoy the tasty traditional food as also the cuisines offered by the country. The traditional food of the UAE is rich in taste because of the kind of spices used in preparing a particular dish. There is maximum usage of spices just like the Indian food items. Arabs are used to consuming a lot of meat which consists of sheep and goats as also fish, vegetables and rice form a main part of the daily … Read more

21 Traditional Foods to Eat in Rajasthan

Asia, Non Vegetarian, Vegetarian

Rajasthan is one of India’s many exotic destinations with its breathtaking palaces, spectacular landscapes and rich history, it’s truly a unique experience. Don’t leave Rajasthan without trying these dishes. 21 Traditional Foods to Eat in Rajasthan 1. Dal Baati Churma This is the state’s classic signature dish. Baati is hard, unleavened bread cooked in desert areas. It is prized mainly for its long shelf life. It is always eaten with dal while churma is a coarsely ground wheat mixture crushed and cooked in ghee and jaggery or sugar. 2. Gatte ki Subzi Typical Rajasthani food platers are almost incomplete without … Read more

20 Delicious Street Foods to Eat in Mumbai

Asia, Non Vegetarian, Snacks, Street Food, Vegetarian

“Amchi Mumbai” with its glamour and bright lights, is not just a city of dreams, but also a centre of street food where every nook and corner offers a whole sequence of dishes to suit everybody’s sense of taste. Strolling down the streets of Mumbai, one could find a complete mish-mash of vulnerable food items ranging from Kheema Pav at Crawford Market to white biryani at Bhendi Bazaar. Mumbai’s cuisine is a blend of several other cuisines from different parts of India. However before the system of street food was introduced different suburbs of Mumbai were classified with their food … Read more

14 Best Foods to Eat in Egypt

Africa, Appetizers, Non Vegetarian, Snacks, Street Food, Vegetarian

When we speak of Egypt, no dish immediately strikes our mind because its cuisine has never really crossed its borders. But when you visit there for the first time, you would realize its food is very similar to Mediterranean cuisine with a lot of rice stuffed vegetables, legumes, fruits and meat. Here are a few dishes which are local favourites and often turn up in the recommended list of must-haves. 14 Best Foods to Eat in Egypt 1. Ta’meya Everyone has heard of and loves falafel, and Egyptians are no different. Ta’meya is Egypt’s answer to the falafel of the … Read more

10 Most Popular Foods to Eat in Europe

Popular Dishes to Try When You are in Europe

Vegetarian, Appetizers, Desserts, Europe, Non Vegetarian, Snacks

Europe is so much more than just it’s history, queens and kings, castles and churches. It is also home to varied cuisines and some of the most popular, or rather, interesting food. What and where to eat? Let us show you. 10 Most Popular Foods to Eat in Europe 1. Nervetti Nervetti is basically Pig Nerves, and is a very famous bar snack in ‘Italy’. It is chopped up tendons and meat from the foot of a calf. The thing people don’t really prefer is its texture. The texture is pretty much “Jell-O” like even after mixing with vegetables and … Read more

13 Traditional Foods to Eat in Jaipur

Asia, Non Vegetarian, Vegetarian

The Pink City of Rajasthan is famous amongst tourists and Rajasthani food is all about generosity and loads of ghee. These are some dishes from the Royal Platter, you should try when you visit Jaipur with some specific places you must explore. 13 Traditional Foods to Eat in Jaipur 1. Bejad ki Roti It’s an Indian bread made from three different types of flour (wheat, chickpeas, barley) cooked on a clay wok and then directly on wood fire, wood fire gives the bread a nice smoky flavour and it is usually served with garlic chutney (lehsun ki chutney), chilli pickle … Read more

13 Best Street Foods to Eat in Korea

Asia, Appetizers, Non Vegetarian, Snacks, Street Food, Vegetarian

Hungry for some Korean street food? Here’s an inventory of a number of the foremost in style street food that you’re going to find in Korea. Korean street foods, as an entire, are actually a sight to hit our eyes on. Just like street foods around the world, Korean street foods can be considered the cheapest and easiest food as they all are minute-ready-to-eat dishes. 13 Best Street Foods to Eat in Korea 1. Tteokbokki (Korean Spicy Rice Cakes) Ddeokbokki is a well known Korean street snack prepared with soft rice cakes, patty and sweet red chilli pepper sauce. It … Read more