Western European Cuisine

10 Traditional Irish Breakfast Recipe Ideas

Western European Cuisine

Since the first settlers reached Ireland’s shores in 8000 BC, Irish eating habits have changed somewhat dramatically. From foraging seafood and wild plants to the world-famous Irish breakfast, the people...

Nicola Wylie

October 19, 2023

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10 Popular Portuguese Breakfast Foods

Breakfast is seen as one of the most important meals of our day. It’s undoubtedly the best time to start the day in the right way, whether in a healthy...

Carlos Teixeira

October 18, 2023

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The 15 Most Popular Foods in Madeira

Western European Cuisine

Madeira is a Portuguese archipelago, located in the Atlantic Ocean. It is known not only for its unique geography, consisting of rugged valleys, cliffs, mountains, and the lush green landscape...

Carlos Teixeira

June 29, 2023

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Top 40 French Dessert Recipes

There are so many delicious desserts in France that what was supposed to be a top 30 best French desserts ended up a list of 40—it is impossible to have...

Thomas Poussard

June 8, 2023

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12 Popular English Foods To Try Out

Britons’ relationship with food has for years been the subject of ridicule. Not only is it seen as bland, boring, and visually unappetizing, the Brits are accused of failing to...

Caroline Williams

April 22, 2023

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Top 10 Most Famous Portuguese Cheeses

Portuguese cheese is considered a cultural heritage of incalculable value, and its importance stands out in the preservation of both tradition and quality. One way to preserve this cultural heritage...

Carlos Teixeira

March 24, 2023

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Beef and Oyster Pie

Pies are a great way to use the less expensive, yet full-flavoured meat cuts, such as flank and shin of beef, mutton shoulder and neck, and ox cheeks. Tucking in...

Mark Hix

March 16, 2023

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10 Most Popular Easter Foods in Portugal

In Portugal, as in many parts of the world, Easter traditions are marked by processions, theatrical performances, a bountiful table, and a lot of faith. But the customs that identify...

Barbara Sousa

March 6, 2023

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Top 10 Traditional Irish Easter Foods

From hot cross buns to whipping the herring, Easter in Ireland isn’t all eggs and chocolate bunnies. We look at some of the most popular Irish Easter foods and customs....

Nicola Wylie

February 10, 2023

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Tomato-Braised Abalone With Farinata

Abalone is one of the most expensive shellfish in the world, with prices up to $50 (USD) per single shell. Abalone tastes naturally buttery and salty, with a texture similar to...

Matthew Accarrino

November 22, 2022

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10 Delicious & Famous Dutch Cookies

When you think of the Netherlands, you probably think of windmills, cycling, cheese, and Amsterdam. However, the Dutch have a less well-known culture of drinking tea and eating cookies. Cookie...

Jip Vastenburg

November 9, 2022

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Top 10 Homemade Irish Cookies (aka Biscuits)

With the holidays right around the corner, ‘tis the season to bake cookies. While baking cookies is certainly not only an Irish tradition, we do enjoy a spot of festive...

Nicola Wylie

November 7, 2022

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18 Great English Desserts

If you’ve ever asked the question What’s so great about English cooking? We have the answer. They excel in the area of desserts. From the traditional sweets that date back...

Julie Zawadzki

August 18, 2022

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5 Traditional Desserts from Luxembourg

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Nestled between Germany, Belgium, and France, the small country of Luxembourg is filled with history and is a melting pot of cultures and traditions. And Luxemburgish food is no different,...

Natalie Bachiri

August 10, 2022

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Top 15 Most Popular Swiss Dessert Recipes

Although Switzerland might not be as well known for decadent desserts and sweets as other, neighboring countries, for example France or Austria, it is nevertheless a country with a rich...

Keo Chatelan

May 18, 2022

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10 Most Popular Dutch Desserts & Sweets

Two of the things the Netherlands is most famous for are their cows, milk and cheese. So it will probably not be a surprise that a lot of popular desserts...

Pieter Van Zwol

April 29, 2022

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15 Famous German Cheeses

With its sausages and sauerkraut Germany is not the first country that comes to mind when thinking of cheese. But you’d be surprised to learn that Germany is the top...

Chef's Pencil Staff

February 28, 2022

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A Guide to French Bread & Baguette

Once upon a time, the French were possibly the biggest consumers of bread in the world. But consumption in the country has declined by half, no less, over the past...

Thomas Poussard

December 31, 2021

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Traditional British Christmas Pudding

This Christmas dessert is a must have at the end of a proper Christmas meal. Sticky, fruity and indulgently sweet, with a dark and complex flavor from the brandy or...

Chef's Pencil Staff

December 21, 2021

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Top 15 Belgian Desserts

Having a sweet tooth is your greatest asset when visiting Belgium. The country known for some of the best chocolate in the world is all about desserts and delicious sweet...