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Ants Climbing a Tree
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Ants Climbing a Tree

Glass noodles coated with spicy minced-pork sauce so the meat clings like tiny specks.

35 minsMainChinese
Bún Bò Huế
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Bún Bò Huế

Bún Bò Huế is spicy central Vietnamese beef-and-pork noodle soup scented with lemongrass.

4 hr 5 minsMainVietnamese
Chakalaka and Pap Cups
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Chakalaka and Pap Cups

Chakalaka and Pap Cups is a South African starter centred on maize pap with spicy vegetable relish.

8 hr 6 minsstarterSouth African
Mee Goreng Mamak
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Mee Goreng Mamak

Mee Goreng Mamak is a Malaysian main defined by Indian-Muslim stir-fried yellow noodles with tofu, potato, egg, veget…

1 hr 50 minsMainMalaysian
Shuizhu Yu
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Shuizhu Yu

Fish slices poached in spicy broth beneath a fragrant layer of chilli and peppercorn.

55 minsMainChinese
Patatas Bravas
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Patatas Bravas

Patatas Bravas is a distinctive Spanish recipe known for crisp fried potatoes served with a bold, spicy bravas sauce.

1 hrStarterSpanish
Acarajé
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Acarajé

Crisp black-eyed-pea fritters fried in dendê oil and filled with vatapá, prawns and salad.

45 minsStarterBrazilian
Ayam Taliwang
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Ayam Taliwang

Ayam Taliwang is a distinctive Indonesian main rooted in Lombok, celebrated for young chicken, chilli, shrimp paste a…

1 hr 20 minsMainIndonesian
Bangus Sisig
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Bangus Sisig

Bangus sisig replaces pork with crisp milkfish tossed with onion, chilli, calamansi and creamy seasoning.

1 hr 50 minsMainFilipino
Chicken 65
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Chicken 65

Chicken 65 is a distinctive Indian starter rooted in Tamil Nadu restaurant culture, celebrated for fried chicken, chi…

1 hr 20 minsStarterIndian
Empanadas Salteñas
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Empanadas Salteñas

Juicy baked pastries filled with hand-cut beef, potato, onion, egg, olives, paprika and cumin.

1 hr 20 minsStarterArgentinian
Francesinha
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Francesinha

Francesinha is a classic Portuguese main course built around comforting flavour, cultural heritage and the kind of co…

50 minsMainPortuguese
Koshari
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Koshari

Koshari layers rice, lentils, pasta and chickpeas with tomato sauce, vinegar-garlic dressing and crisp onions.

1 hr 30 minsMainEgyptian
Nashville Hot Chicken
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Nashville Hot Chicken

Crisp fried chicken coated in a fiery cayenne paste and served with white bread and pickles.

1 hr 10 minsMainAmerican
Xinxim de Galinha
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Xinxim de Galinha

Bahian chicken stew with peanuts, cashews, dried prawns, coconut and dendê.

1 hr 5 minsMainBrazilian
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Spicy Nduja Pizza
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Spicy Nduja Pizza

A fiery Calabrian-style pizza with nduja, mozzarella and honey or chilli.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Diavola Pizza
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Diavola Pizza

Spicy salami pizza with chilli heat and melted cheese.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Chicago Deep Dish Pizza
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Chicago Deep Dish Pizza

Tall buttery crust filled with cheese, toppings and tomato sauce.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsHard
Classic Neapolitan Pizza Base
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Classic Neapolitan Pizza Base

A soft, airy, leopard-spotted base inspired by Naples.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsHard
Detroit-Style Pizza
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Detroit-Style Pizza

Deep rectangular pizza with crisp cheese edges and airy dough.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsMedium
Grandma Pizza
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Grandma Pizza

Thin square home-style pizza with a crisp oily base.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsMedium
New York Pizza Dough
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New York Pizza Dough

Large foldable pizza base with chew, structure and crispness.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsMedium
Roman Thin Crust Pizza
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Roman Thin Crust Pizza

Crisp, thin Roman-style base with a light cracker-like bite.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsMedium
Sicilian Pizza
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Sicilian Pizza

Thick square pizza with a fluffy crumb and crisp base.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsMedium
Mango Sorbet
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Mango Sorbet

A dairy-free frozen dessert made from ripe mango purée, sugar and lime. The best version tastes intensely of fruit, not j…

How-to guideIce CreamEasy
Raita
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Raita

A cooling Indian yoghurt sauce often flavoured with cucumber, mint and cumin. Its job is to soften chilli heat and refres…

How-to guideSaucesEasy
Thin Crust Pizza Base
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Thin Crust Pizza Base

A crisp thin pizza base that stays snappy under simple toppings.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Tortilla Pizza Base
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Tortilla Pizza Base

A very fast ultra-thin pizza using a tortilla as the base.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Anchovy and Olive Pizza
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Anchovy and Olive Pizza

Salty anchovy pizza with olives, tomato and oregano.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Barbecue Chicken Pizza
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Barbecue Chicken Pizza

Smoky BBQ sauce pizza with chicken, onion and cheese.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Bianca Pizza
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Bianca Pizza

White pizza without tomato, using cheese, oil and herbs.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Biga Pizza Dough
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Biga Pizza Dough

Italian preferment pizza dough with strength and depth.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsHard
Bravas Style Roasted Peppers
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Bravas Style Roasted Peppers

Restaurant-style bravas style roasted peppers made simple: peppers cooked with smoked paprika, garlic, tomato paste, sher…

How-to guideVegetablesEasy
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
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Buffalo Chicken Pizza

A tangy spicy chicken pizza with buffalo sauce and blue cheese or ranch.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Buffalo Mozzarella Pizza
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Buffalo Mozzarella Pizza

Simple tomato pizza finished with creamy buffalo mozzarella.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Burrata Pizza
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Burrata Pizza

Hot pizza finished with cool torn burrata.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsEasy
Calzone
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Calzone

Folded pizza filled and baked until puffed and sealed.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsMedium
Carbonara Pizza
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Carbonara Pizza

White pizza inspired by carbonara with pancetta, egg and cheese.

How-to guidePizza Bases, Sauces and ToppingsMedium
Charred Sweetcorn with Chilli Lime Butter
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Charred Sweetcorn with Chilli Lime Butter

Restaurant-style charred sweetcorn with chilli lime butter made simple: sweetcorn cooked with lime zest, smoked paprika…

How-to guideVegetablesEasy
Best Wine With Chicken: Roast, Grilled, Creamy and Spicy Dishes
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Best Wine With Chicken: Roast, Grilled, Creamy and Spicy Dishes

Chicken changes with the cooking method, so the wine should change too: Chardonnay for cream, Pinot Noir for roast, Riesl…

pairing5 mins
Rosé Wine Explained: Dry, Fruity and Food-Friendly Bottles
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Rosé Wine Explained: Dry, Fruity and Food-Friendly Bottles

Rosé is the bridge between white and red, working with salads, grilled fish, barbecue, tomato dishes and spicy food.

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The Rise of the Dinner Party Starter: Small Dishes with Big Impact
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The Rise of the Dinner Party Starter: Small Dishes with Big Impact

A good starter changes the pace of a meal. It wakes up appetite without stealing the show. Why small dishes became a dinn…

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Pita Bread Explained: The Pocket Bread of the Mediterranean
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Pita Bread Explained: The Pocket Bread of the Mediterranean

Pita connects mezze, kebabs, falafel, grilled meat, dips and salads through one clever puffed pocket of bread.

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Rye Bread Explained: Dark, Dense and Full of Character
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Rye Bread Explained: Dark, Dense and Full of Character

Rye bread belongs to colder climates, smoked fish, cured meats, pickles, soups and cheeses with enough strength to meet i…

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Why Chilli Took Over the World
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Why Chilli Took Over the World

Chillies left the Americas and remade kitchens across India, Thailand, China, Hungary, Africa and Europe, changing colour…

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The Most Iconic Tomato Recipes in the World
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The Most Iconic Tomato Recipes in the World

The tomato travelled from the Americas into sauces, soups, salads, stews and street food, eventually becoming one of the…

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The Best Recipes for Meat Lovers
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The Best Recipes for Meat Lovers

Meat dishes become memorable when the cut, heat and seasoning make sense together. Roasts, grills, braises and smoke Meat…

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Top 10 Food Trends of 2026 and the Recipes That Explain Them
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Top 10 Food Trends of 2026 and the Recipes That Explain Them

A detailed, recipe-led guide to the food trends shaping 2026, with traditional dishes that explain why protein, fibre, ac…

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Comfort Food With Passport Stamps: Why 2026 Belongs to Global Classics
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Comfort Food With Passport Stamps: Why 2026 Belongs to Global Classics

Comfort food is travelling. The dishes people want in 2026 are warm, generous and familiar in feeling, even when the reci…

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Why Sharp Food Tastes So Good: Vinegar, Pickles and the 2026 Flavour Shift
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Why Sharp Food Tastes So Good: Vinegar, Pickles and the 2026 Flavour Shift

Acidity is the cook's shortcut to balance. Vinegar, pickles, lemon and brines can wake up rich food, brighten vegetables…

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The Best Recipes for Vegetarians Who Love Traditional Food
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The Best Recipes for Vegetarians Who Love Traditional Food

A detailed guide to adventurous vegetarian cooking through traditional recipes and bold vegetable techniques, with dishes…

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The Story of Pasta, Noodles and Dough: Comfort Across Cultures
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The Story of Pasta, Noodles and Dough: Comfort Across Cultures

Pasta, noodles and dough are comfort foods because they are simple enough to belong to everyday kitchens, but adaptable e…

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