Foods and recipes from the homeland helped German immigrants cushion their arrival in the New World.

Jun 8, 2010 - Lawrence Koppy

Denmark is considered to have the happiest people on earth. Tourists find they have a simple way of life and have a high respect for the arts.

Aug 26, 2010 - Venice Kichura

Ginjinha in Baixa, fresh seafood at the Santo Amaro docks, and Fado in Bairro Alto: Find out where to indulge in the local cuisine and customs of Lisbon.

Feb 15, 2011 - Christine Zenino

A term that has been more often desired than owned, 'Australian' Cuisine has fled its earlier English ties to become a phrase signifying national diversity.

Apr 25, 2010 - Andy Tope

Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, could be considered the spiritual home of Japanese cuisine.

Jan 10, 2008 - June Chua

Cambodia is surrounded by Thailand, Laos and Vietnam, its cuisine taking snatches from its neighbours but remaining unique.

Feb 28, 2007 - June Chua

London cuisine has delicous menu options that reflect the city's international influences and social refinement.

Oct 19, 2009 - Sara Vigrass

Guatemala, land of the Maya, has a rich traditional cuisine well worth sampling.

Mar 10, 2008 - Christopher Minster

Crete's ability to supply herself with fresh produce all year round has made the island famous for its locally grown seasonal food and its virgin olive oil.

Feb 13, 2011 - Maria Verivaki

Semi-tropical, multi-cultural, visual beauty and delicious food.

May 8, 2009 - Jennifer Wickes

From shish kebab to Tabbouleh, many of the Middle Eastern recipes made and enjoyed today were developed, influenced or spread by the Ottoman Turks.

Mar 25, 2010 - Sarabeth Asaff

Sweden is known for certain foods such as Swedish meatballs. Before visiting this country, be prepared regarding Sweden's customs and culture.

Jul 15, 2010 - Venice Kichura

Meals from different cultures make dinner more exciting, while offering unique perspectives on nutrition. Try Italian, Indian or Japanese dishes a few times a week.

Jun 13, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Thai food is a blend of flavous and ingredients that are guaranteed to delight the palate from the subtlty of green curry to the fiery som tam soup.

May 12, 2008 - John Howe

Among Brittany's best loved towns are; Dinard, Dinan,Quimper and Rennes where lovers of history and gastronomes will feel at home.

Mar 2, 2008 - Neil Gunn

This is a humble effort to find out the unique features of one of the oldest cuisines in the world.

May 4, 2010 - Shwet Kulkarni

If you have just discovered the gastronomical delight of eating Sushi, you may not be aware of certain customs and behaviours that are considered polite.

Jul 14, 2011 - Kathy Duff

The Japanese have used the comic book form to fuse food, culture and story, creating a special type of recipe book called "food manga."

May 17, 2006 - June Chua