Röstis
A famous dish in Switzerland, this is basically sliced potatoes baked in a pan with butter. The starch in the potatoes makes them stick together and form a galette. It...
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Brussels Sprouts Flemish Style
In Belgium, this is not just a vegetable: it is an entire meal, especially when you add cubes of bacon to it. It truly is a vegetable that divides the...
Kasha (Russian Porridge)
One of the most prominent sayings about Russian cuisine roughly translates as “Shschi and kasha are our food”. And it truly is so: Russians are very fond of any kind of groats eaten...
Butter Noodles/Butterspätzle
Butterspätzle is a kind of noodle that is mainly consumed in southwestern Germany. The main ingredients are flour, eggs, and salt, and, once cooked, they are dredged with cheese. They...
Potato Salad
One of the most popular side dishes in all regions of Germany is potato salad, which varies from region to region. While potato salad is a relatively simple dish, the...
German Potato Dumplings (Kartoffelklöße)
There are several side dishes using potatoes: boiled potatoes, potato fritters, or potato dumplings. Dumplings are very popular in Germany and they are served at almost every meal. They are...
Smažený Sýr (Fried Cheese)
This is a dish that many tourists coming to Czechia have never seen in their lives and can’t get their heads around. But once they try it, they’re absolutely hooked....
Bramboráky (Czech Potato Pancakes)
Bramborák means potato pancake and is a signature dish (or side) often seen at Czech fairs, markets, and festivals, but also in traditional Czech restaurants. They are very simple to...
Smažené Tvarůžky (Fried Olomouc Cheese)
This recipe uses something called tvarůžky. Tvarůžky are round slices (or rings or cubes) of traditional smelly cheese from Olomouc (hence their name, Olomoucké tvarůžky) made from fat-free sour curd. You...
Kolokithokeftedes (Fried Zucchini/Courgette Balls)
Zucchini fritters with the perfect balance of feta and dill are absolutely scrumptious. I always order these at a Greek tavern as a starter with dips while on holidays in...
Baby Romaine, Kale & Avocado Salad (The Health Nut)
This baby romaine, kale and avocado salad AKA the Health Nut is a great healthy choice which can be enjoyed as a first course or as a side dish to...
Fried Spinach Salad
This delicious fried spinach recipe was provided by Chef Sam Marvin, acclaimed chef and owner of Echo & Rig in Sacramento and Las Vegas. Echo & Rig brings approachable cuisine...
Watermelon and Tomato Salad
Executive Chef Matt Bolus combines blistered Shishito peppers and cherry tomatoes with watermelon and basil for a refreshing summer salad. Matt Bolus is the Executive Chef of the 404 Kitchen,...
Efo Riro
Efo riro is a typical Yoruba dish which is a quick and simple way to prepare and enjoy fresh, green and leafy vegetables. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 30...
Pounded Yam
Pounded yam is a popular African dish similar to mashed potatoes but heavier. Pounded Yam is very smooth and tasty. It is often eaten with vegetable soup. Yam, which is...