Mushroom Arancini
Arancini is an Italian appetizer which was invented in Sicily, but are now highly popular throughout Italy. These golden, crispy orbs are filled with a savory mixture of mushrooms, creamy...
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Southern European Cuisine
Europe’s South has long been the epicenter of the continent’s culinary scene. Italian food is the most popular cuisine worldwide, while Spanish, Turkish and Greek also count amongst the world’s most popular cuisines. Add to the mix some fabulous Portuguese, Croatian and Balkan food.
The cuisine of Southern Europe is often labeled as Mediterranean food, although dishes from other non-European countries along the Mediterranean coast such as Lebanon fit the description as well.
Southern Europe has also produced some incredible sweet treats and desserts: Italian gelato, crema catalana and fantastic Turkish and Greek desserts.
Traditional Corfu Food: 11 Dishes You Simply Can’t Resist!
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