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SloveniaBlejska kremna rezina
The famous Bled cream slice: crisp golden puff pastry with a thick vanilla custard layer and billowy whipped cream on top, chilled until it holds a clean slice.
GermanyLabskaus
A pink mash of potatoes and cured beef, topped with a fried egg and served with pickled beetroot, gherkins and rollmops. Hamburg's sailor's plate.
InternationalMatcha Green Protein Smoothie
Matcha and spinach behind vanilla protein, for steady caffeinated energy without the coffee jitters. 26 g protein, 5 g net carbs.
IndonesiaAyam Taliwang
Grilled chicken from Lombok, coated in a fiery chili and shrimp-paste sauce, traditionally served with plecing kangkung, water spinach in sambal.
VietnamBanh Xeo
Vietnam’s sizzling crepe: turmeric-coconut rice batter fried shatter-crisp around pork and shrimp, wrapped in lettuce and herbs.
AustraliaSydney Rock Oysters
Small, flavourful native oysters, served freshly shucked with lemon or a simple dressing. New South Wales's prized estuary oyster.
BangladeshBeef Tehari
Small pieces of beef cooked with aromatic rice, mustard oil and green chillies, Old Dhaka's everyday rice dish.
AustraliaRoast Lamb with Mint Sauce
Roast lamb served with golden potatoes, vegetables, gravy and a proper fresh mint sauce. The classic family Sunday lunch.
FranceChocolate Truffles
Rich, handmade dark chocolate truffles, the kind of enticing confection Vianne makes in her small chocolate shop in Chocolat.
AustraliaBattered Flathead and Chips
Flathead fillets fried in crisp batter, served with chips, lemon and tartare sauce. Coastal Australia's classic fish and chips.
DenmarkFrikadeller med Kartoffelsalat
Pan-fried pork and veal patties, light enough to hold together loosely, served with a creamy mustard potato salad.
ArgentinaAlfajores de Maicena
Tender cornstarch cookies sandwiched with a thick layer of dulce de leche and rolled in grated coconut around the edges. A national obsession.
EgyptTa’ameya
Egyptian ta'ameya: crisp fried patties made from dried fava beans and a big bunch of herbs, green inside, topped with sesame and served with tahini sauce and bread.
InternationalSmoked Salmon and Avocado Plate
Smoked salmon and creamy avocado with capers, dill, olive oil and lemon. A no-cook, high-protein plate ready in five minutes.
UKGordon Ramsay's Beef Wellington
Beef tenderloin under a savory mushroom layer, wrapped in golden puff pastry. A doable take on Gordon Ramsay's showstopper.
DenmarkRødspætte med Kartofler
A whole pan-fried plaice served with boiled potatoes, browned butter and lemon - the simplest Danish way to cook the North Sea's flattest fish.
UKChicken and Pea Traybake
Chicken thighs roasted over leeks and a full bag of frozen peas with dill and lemon. One tray, no browning, dinner for four.
IndonesiaBakso Sapi
Springy beef meatballs in a clear, savory broth with noodles, greens and fried shallots. A street-stall staple found on nearly every corner.
USAChocolate Peppermint Bark
Layers of dark and white chocolate topped with crushed peppermint candies. Easy to make, and just as good for gifting as for the dessert table.
IndonesiaMie Aceh Goreng
Thick yellow noodles stir-fried in a fragrant, Indian-influenced spice paste with beef or prawns, served with pickled shallots and lime.
DenmarkSpandauer
A flaky, laminated Danish pastry with a central custard or jam filling, finished with icing - the classic Danish pastry shape.
ChilePastel de Choclo
Chile’s corn and beef casserole: cumin-sweet pino under a basil-scented corn crust, baked with sugar on top until caramelized.
SpainPaella Valenciana
The real Valencian paella: chicken, rabbit, flat green beans and garrofó beans in saffron rice, cooked in one wide pan. No seafood involved.
InternationalBaked Cod with Asparagus
Cod and asparagus roasted on one sheet pan with lemon, garlic and olive oil. A light, high-protein dinner in 30 minutes.
SloveniaPotica
The Slovenian walnut roll: enriched dough rolled thin, spread edge to edge with sweet walnut filling, and coiled into its ring. Judged by its spirals.
InternationalBlackberry Lime Protein Smoothie
Tart blackberries sharpened with fresh lime, the least sweet berry smoothie on this list. 26 g protein, 12 g net carbs.
FinlandKarelian Pies
Finland’s karjalanpiirakka: thin rye crusts crimped around creamy rice porridge, brushed with butter and eaten with egg butter.
FranceBeef Bourguignon
Beef slowly braised in red wine with mushrooms, onions and bacon, Julia Child's signature French dish and the recipe at the heart of Julie & Julia.
InternationalChickpea and Spinach Stew
Lightly mashed chickpeas simmered with tomatoes and finely chopped spinach. No added salt, and fully plant-based.
InternationalBlack Forest Protein Smoothie
Dark cherries and cocoa over chocolate protein, built to taste like the cake without the flour. 26 g protein, 10 g net carbs.
ColombiaLechona
The celebration dish of Tolima: pork and a rice, pea and onion filling roasted under crackling-crisp skin. This is the home oven version.
Middle EastMoroccan Couscous
Friday couscous the Moroccan way: chicken and seven vegetables in a saffron-turmeric broth over properly fluffed grains.
UKTraditional Christmas Pudding
A rich, fruity steamed pudding you make weeks ahead and reheat on the day. The overnight fruit soak does most of the work.
FranceQuiche Lorraine
A savory pastry tart with a silky egg-and-cream custard and smoky bacon, no cheese required.
USAButtermilk Pancakes with Maple Syrup and Bacon
Fluffy diner-style buttermilk pancakes with butter, warm maple syrup and oven-crisp bacon. Lumpy batter, a short rest and a medium griddle do the work.
AustriaBackhendl mit Erdäpfel-Vogerlsalat
Pieces of breaded fried chicken served with a potato and lamb's lettuce salad, often dressed with pumpkin seed oil.
AustraliaAussie Burger with the Lot
A beef burger stacked with beetroot, a fried egg, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato and pineapple. "The lot" means everything goes on.
USAJellyfish Jelly Sandwich
A simple, gooey jelly sandwich, the Bikini Bottom favorite inspired by SpongeBob's jellyfish-jelly-making hobby.
BangladeshShorshe Ilish
Hilsa fish gently cooked in a pungent mustard sauce with green chillies and mustard oil.
ArgentinaMilanesa a la Napolitana
A breaded beef cutlet topped with tomato sauce, ham and melted cheese, usually served with a proper pile of fries.
SingaporeKaya Toast Breakfast Set
The Singapore kopitiam breakfast: crisp kaya toast with cold butter, soft-boiled eggs with soy and white pepper, and sweet milky kopi.
SloveniaPražen krompir s čebulo
Slovenia’s everyday side: boiled potatoes sliced and fried in lard with onions until golden at the edges, finished with salt, pepper and parsley.
CroatiaFiš Paprikaš
A paprika-rich river fish stew, traditionally made with carp, simmered in a cauldron and served over homemade noodles.
MexicoMexican Chili Lime Chicken
Grilled chicken in a lime and ancho chili marinade. 33 g of protein and 2 g of carbs per serving, built for fajitas and meal prep.
Costa RicaGallo Pinto con Huevos
Costa Rican gallo pinto with fried eggs: day-old rice and black beans stir-fried with onion, sweet pepper, cilantro and Salsa Lizano, served with warm tortillas.
UKGordon Ramsay's Rack of Lamb
Seared racks of lamb glazed with garlic, herbs, Dijon and honey, then roasted to medium-rare. An impressive dinner from one skillet.
InternationalCaramel Macchiato Protein Smoothie
Cold brew and vanilla protein with a touch of sugar-free caramel, the coffee order, blended. 25 g protein, 4 g net carbs.
BelgiumBelgian Pralines
Filled chocolates with a thin tempered shell and centres such as ganache or praline paste.
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