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Kaimati

Kaimati are crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside Swahili fried dough balls soaked in a fragrant cardamom–saffron–rose syrup. Sweet, aromatic, and perfect for celebrations or tea-time.

🇰🇪 Kenya$

Himbasha

Himbasha is a lightly sweet, cardamom-scented Eritrean/Ethiopian celebratory bread, often enriched with milk, butter, raisins, and decorated with a traditional scored pattern. Fragrant nigella seeds add a gentle, savory pop.

🇪🇷 Eritrea$

Hong Kong Goose

Experience a taste of East Asia with this succulent Hong Kong Goose, marinated in a rich blend of Asian spices and aromatics, offering a fragrant and savory delight perfect for any special occasion.

🇭🇰 Hong Kong$$$

Bakhtyari Bites

Bakhtyari Bites are a delightful fusion of marinated lamb and chicken skewers, accompanied by colorful bell peppers and onions, offering a rich and savory taste, typical of Persian cuisine.

🇦🇿 Azerbaijan$$

Kokis Kurakkan

Kokis Kurakkan is a Sri Lankan snack traditionally enjoyed during festive seasons, made with a blend of kurakkan and rice flour, enhanced with the richness of coconut milk and a hint of sweetness.

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka$

Honey Sohan Halwa

Honey Sohan Halwa is a traditional Indian sweet delicacy made with a delightful blend of honey, whole wheat flour, nuts, and aromatic spices, offering a melt-in-your-mouth texture and enchanting flavors.

🇵🇰 Pakistan$$

Povetica

Povetica is a delightful Eastern European dessert featuring a sweet walnut filling rolled within a tender, flavorful bread dough.

🇭🇷 Croatia$$$

Christmas Island Plane Cake

A festive and aromatic cake blending spices, dried fruits, coconut, and a hint of rum, perfect for the holiday season.

🇨🇽 Christmas Island$$

Tamale de Nopal

Tamale de Nopal is a unique twist on the traditional tamale, infusing rich flavors of masa harina with the earthy notes of nopal, adorned with melted Cotija cheese and fresh tomatillo salsa.

🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico$$

Pastilla

Pastilla is a traditional Moroccan dish that combines savory and sweet flavors with spiced chicken wrapped in flaky phyllo dough, often served during special occasions.

🇲🇦 Morocco$$

I've been...

Kaimati

Himbasha

Hong Kong Goose

Bakhtyari Bites

Kokis Kurakkan

Honey Sohan Halwa

Povetica

Christmas Island Plane Cake

Tamale de Nopal

Pastilla

I've been...

Kaimati

Himbasha

Hong Kong Goose

Bakhtyari Bites

Kokis Kurakkan

Honey Sohan Halwa

Povetica

Christmas Island Plane Cake

Tamale de Nopal

Pastilla