Sicily’s complex history has left its mark in architecture, landscapes, culture, and customs, but nowhere is it more evident than in the food. It has been conquered, invaded and settled by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, and Arabs. While Italy has some influence, the foods of Sicily are an eclectic fusion of Arabic, Mediterranean and African …
Persian food has a lot in common with Indian food, but owing to its position on the legendary Silk Road, it shares significant traits with Chinese, Russian, Eastern European and Arabic food as well. Traditional Persian cuisine combines the savory of fresh herbs and spices like saffron, merges it with the sweetness of pomegranate, barberry …
Peruvian cuisine is one of the earliest example of fusion food, evolving over decades as migrants arrived at the port of Callao and assimilated into an increasingly mixed society. Rather than remain culturally segregated, the flavors and techniques from Europe, Africa, and East Asia have blended seamlessly with ancient Peruvian cuisine into something utterly unique. …
India is a vast country with many differences in climate, culture, and crops. Consequently, the cuisines have developed differently in its northern and southern regions. Food Explorers’ Lunch Expedition “Banana Leaf Thali” These days, ‘South Indian’ food is slowly moving into mainstream. Guiding us on our Lunch Expedition is Devi Gottumukkala, one of the owners …
Hummus is a very popular Middle Eastern dip and spread, typically made by blending chickpeas, garlic, tahini, lemon juice and olive oil in a food processor. Traditional hummus is made of chickpeas as a primary ingredient – the word “hummus” means chickpeas in Arabic. Low in calories and high in protein, it can help fight …
