Coq au Vin (Rooster in Wine) ()
The diverse cultures of Europe have an incredibly vast range of foods to enjoy. European cuisine is known for its variety and quality all over the world. Some dishes may be grand and Instagram worthy, while others are simple and delicious. Here are some suggestions of both for your European foods bucket list!
Naples — “Margherita Pizza,” this Neapolitan classic will excite your taste buds with quality ingredients and simple bliss.
Paris — “Coq au Vin,” translated as “Rooster in Wine”, this juicy meat dish is usually served with potatoes and vegetables simmered in wine.
London — “Full English Breakfast,” there’s no way you’ll still be hungry after this comforting serving of eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, beans, tomatoes and mushrooms.
Budapest — “Goulash,” a hearty beef stew is the national dish of Hungary and it has variations to fit any taste.
Berlin — “Currywurst,” a popular staple of the city of Berlin, usually served with french fries.
Copenhagen — “Smørrebrød,” an open-faced sandwich of rye bread, butter, and a variety of toppings.
Valencia — “Paella,” a classic Spanish rice dish seasoned with saffron and rosemary, with flavors abound to suit anyone’s taste.
Dubrovnik — “Crni Rižot,” known as black risotto. This risotto is made with squid or cuttlefish ink and will give you a dark smile, but the taste is worth the mouthwash later!
Athens — “Gyros,” fill them up with “tzatziki” yogurt and feta cheese and you will have a fresh taste of Aegean cuisine.
Bucharest — “Sarmale,” these cabbage rolls stuffed with minced meat are the national dish of Romania and known for being incredibly good.
There are many more cuisines to try and your list may be different, but hopefully, this has made you drool for these tasty treats. Go and discover cuisine to your heart’s (and tongue’s) desire!
