Dish: Mkatra Siniya Description: Mkatra siniya has very few ingredients and usually stands out for its pronounced coconut flavor that pairs very well with the soft touch of rice flour. Photo: From Recipe My Creation My Notes: well this was my first complete failure. I think you need a stand
Comoros is known as the "Perfume Isles" for its ylang-ylang production, is home to the "living fossil" coelacanth fish, and has a unique volcanic landscape with one of the world's largest active volcanoes, Mount Karthala. The country's name, "Comoros," originates
Comorian food features a unique fusion of Arab, African, French, and Southeast Asian influences, with key ingredients like coconut milk, bananas, cassava, and spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, and vanilla. A national dish is Langoustine à la vanilla, a lobster dish with vanilla sauce, and other popular items include the
Dish: Torta Maria Luisa Description: Torta Maria Luisa is a traditional cake is a sponge cake and once the layers have been baked, they are chilled, then assembled with the berry jam sandwiched in between and dusted with powdered sugar. Photo: From Recipe My Creation My Notes: An easy cake
Colombia is named after Christopher Columbus, is the world's leading emerald producer, and is the second most biodiverse country on Earth, hosting more orchid species than anywhere else. It is also home to the world's tallest wax palm trees, the "rainbow river" Caño Cristales,
Colombian food features a wide variety of fruits, unique dishes like the leftover-based "calentado" breakfast, and a strong emphasis on soups and arepas. A notable cultural and culinary tradition is drinking hot chocolate with cheese, and Colombia is also a major coffee producer. Interesting culinary facts * Hearty breakfasts:
Dish: Almond Cookies Description: These old-fashioned Chinese almond cookies are crunchy, crumbly, not-too-sweet favorite. Serve them at the end of any meal or give as them as gifts! Photo: From Recipe My Creation My Notes: Very easy to make and has a wonderful almond taste. How can you go wrong
China has a single time zone despite its vast size, is home to the world's largest high-speed rail network, and is the origin of important inventions like paper, gunpowder, and the compass. The country is also the birthplace of many cultural and historical landmarks, including the Terracotta Army
Chinese food is incredibly diverse, featuring eight main regional cuisines and a North-South staple difference (wheat in the north, rice in the south). Food is often served in bite-sized pieces for easy chopstick use, prepared with a wide variety of cooking methods, and is frequently designed for communal sharing. Interestingly,
Dish: Tres Leches Cake Description: This delicious tres leches cake has a moist sponge cake layer that soaks up a sweet milk mixture made with three types of milk: whole milk, condensed milk, and evaporated milk Photo: From Recipe My Creation My Notes: Mine turned out more of a pudding
Chile is a land of extremes, famous for the world's driest desert, part of the world's southernmost city, and for being one of the world's longest countries. Geographic Extremes * The World's Driest Desert The Atacama Desert in northern Chile is the driest
Chilean food features a mix of Spanish and Indigenous ingredients like potatoes, corn, and seafood. It's known for its hearty soups like Cazuela and savory corn pie, Pastel de Choclo. Other fun facts include the high consumption of bread, with Chileans being the second largest consumers per capita
Dish: Chadian Loz Balls Description: These little babies are laced with orange blossom water and pistachios. Their aroma and flavour will make you fall in love at first smell whilst their incredible taste will be love at first bite! Photo: From Recipe My Creation My Notes: No baking in this.
Chad is the largest landlocked country in Africa, is sometimes called the "Dead Heart of Africa" due to its large desert areas, and has a diverse culture with over 200 ethnic groups and languages. Fun facts include that it is the fifth largest country in Africa, has a
Chad's cuisine is based on grains like millet and sorghum, with the national dish being boule, a thick porridge. Other facts include a regional difference where fish and vegetables are more common in the south, while dairy is more common in the north, and homemade beer called bili-bili
The Central African Republic is home to vast biodiversity, including rare species like gorillas and forest elephants, and contains the world's second-largest rainforest. It is a landlocked nation with a unique flag designed by its first prime minister, which blends French and pan-African colors. Other interesting facts include
Central African Republic cuisine relies heavily on starchy staples like cassava, yams, and plantains, often forming the base of meals. A popular starch-based staple is "boule," a starch ball served with sauces made from peanuts, tomatoes, or palm oil. Insects like grasshoppers and termites are a traditional source
Dish: Benne Wafers Description: Benne wafers are thin, crispy, and slightly sweet and salty cookies made with toasted sesame seeds Photo: From Recipe My Creation My Notes: So easy to make and such a delightful sesame flavoured cookie. Recipe Link: http://travelbystove.palfreymedia.com/central-african-republic-recipes-bene-wafers.asp
Dish: Gufong Description: This Cape Verde dessert called gufong is a sweet fried pastry, somewhat like a doughnut, crispy on the outside, doughy on the inside and simply delicious. They are wonderful on their own but can be served with a drizzle of chocolate and powdered sugar. Photo: From Recipe
Cape Verde is a volcanic archipelago with a rich history of Portuguese and African influence, and it is home to more than its fair share of fun facts. The country is known for its stable democracy, the national drink is a sugar cane liquor, and more Cape Verdeans live abroad
Cape Verdean food is a blend of African and Portuguese flavors, with the national dish being cachupa, a hearty stew of corn, beans, and vegetables or meat. Other fun facts include the popularity of seafood like grilled lobster and the unusual fried eel dish, morreia. The culture also emphasizes sharing
Dish: Mae West Cake Description: May West Cake. Based on the classic Canadian snack cake. A light moist white cake filled with creamy vanilla buttercream frosting and covered in a thin layer of chocolate. Photo: From Recipe My Creation My Notes: quite a bit of work, turns out quite a
Canada is the world's second-largest country by area, has the longest coastline, and a vast number of lakes. It is home to unique facts like the Hawaiian pizza originating there, Santa Clause being Canadian, and a legal protection for "Bigfoot" or sasquatch. Furthermore, it has an
Canada is the world's leading producer of maple syrup, with Quebec alone supplying 91% of the total. Other fun food facts include the invention of Hawaiian pizza in Ontario, Canada's reputation for having more doughnut shops per capita than any other country, and the fact that