Main Course Recipes

Zongzi is a timeless Chinese delicacy traditionally enjoyed during the Dragon Boat Festival, featuring glutinous rice wrapped in fragrant bamboo leaves. These pyramid-shaped parcel...

A crown jewel of Shandong (Lu) cuisine, this legendary dish is famous for its 'Leaping over the Dragon Gate' presentation, where the fish is served with its head and tail elegantly...

This dish embodies the soul of New Nordic cuisine, marrying the deep, gamey complexity of 14-day dry-aged duck with the electric acidity of lacto-fermented plums. The skin is rende...

Inspired by the legendary streets of Dublin, this dish is a celebratory tribute to the bounties of the British Isles' coastlines. Plump, briny cockles and sweet, succulent mussels ...

A legendary South African street food staple, Bunny Chow consists of a hollowed-out loaf of fresh white bread filled to the brim with a fragrant, spicy curry. Originating from the ...

Step into the golden age of Copenhagen's sandwich culture with this iconic Smørrebrød, named after a 1920s veterinarian who famously ordered this exact combination every night at O...

This dish is a masterclass in New Nordic minimalism, transforming the humble, rugged celeriac into a vegetable of sublime elegance. By encasing the root in a salt crust, we steam i...

This luxurious risotto is a masterclass in texture and aroma, marrying the rustic, umami-rich flavors of forest mushrooms with the ethereal scent of high-quality truffle oil. Origi...

A staple of the Great Lakes region of East Africa, particularly Uganda, Matoke features starchy highland green bananas transformed into a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth mash. This d...

This soul-warming fusion masterpiece marries the velvety, aromatic depths of a Japanese 'Kare' with the structural elegance of a classic Italian lasagna. Instead of a traditional B...

This exquisite Wafu-style pizza bridges the gap between a rustic Italian trattoria and a bustling Tokyo izakaya. Succulent chicken thighs are glazed in a homemade ginger-soy reduct...

Transport your senses to the vineyards of Bordeaux with this classic French preparation, where succulent freshwater crayfish are bathed in a rich, aromatic mirepoix sauce. This dis...

Taklia is a soul-stirring heritage dish from the banks of the Nile, celebrating the age-old Egyptian tradition of preserving fish through salt-curing and sun-drying. This recipe tr...

Lontong Sayur is the quintessential centerpiece of the Indonesian Eid al-Fitr (Lebaran) feast, symbolizing togetherness and renewal. This comforting dish features compressed rice c...

A sophisticated wild-game twist on the classic Swedish Wallenbergare, these patties replace traditional veal with lean, flavorful moose for a truly Nordic gourmet experience. The s...

Derived from the French word for 'hazelnut,' these petite, circular medallions are carved from the premium lamb loin for a texture that is incredibly tender and buttery. This recip...

Jibu-ni is the soul of Kanazawa, a refined samurai-era stew from Ishikawa Prefecture that embodies the elegance of Kaga cuisine. This dish features succulent slices of duck coated ...

This sophisticated twist on the Roman classic 'Saltimbocca alla Romana' swaps traditional veal for delicate, succulent quail breasts. Each piece is wrapped in salty, paper-thin Pro...

A sophisticated jewel of Korean royal cuisine, Hong-eo-jjim showcases the delicate, scallop-like texture of skate wing, transformed by the gentle power of steam. Unlike the pungent...

A masterpiece of French technique, the Chicken Ballotine is a deboned whole chicken leg stuffed with a decadent savory filling and rolled into a perfect cylinder. This version feat...

Kelaneh Palaw is a vibrant, aromatic masterpiece from the heart of Afghanistan, traditionally prepared during the spring to celebrate the arrival of fresh wild herbs. This dish tra...

Experience the vibrant arrival of spring with these striking emerald-green Spätzle, infused with the pungent, garlicky aroma of fresh Bärlauch (wild garlic). This Alpine classic el...

Transport your senses to the shores of Thailand with this vibrant, aromatic green curry. This recipe balances the fiery kick of green chilies with the velvety richness of coconut m...

This exquisite dish elevates the tender, succulent rack of lamb with a vibrant, crunchy crust of toasted Mediterranean pistachios. The earthy sweetness of the tree nuts perfectly c...