All these dishes are very famous, and much loved worldwide, not only in Europe. Speaking of the best, it should come as no surprise that among the 15 most loved European dishes, eight are Italian.
However, surprises are not lacking, especially on the podium of the standings: visit the Gallery!
Source: TasteAtlas
The best of Europe
All these dishes are very famous, and much loved worldwide, not only in Europe.
Speaking of the best, it should come as no surprise that among the 15 most loved European dishes, eight are Italian.
The ranking was drawn up by the TasteAtlas website, which collects preferences from all over the world.
However, surprises are present, especially on the podium of the standings: click on the arrows in the photo to continue reading.
Source: © Freepik / Racool_studio15. Neapolitan pizza
Pizza was born in Naples, and many consider it the only pizza worthy of this name. The local ingredients and the traditional cooking in a wood oven make it delicious.
Still, the Neapolitans believe that the difference is made by the water of Naples, with which the dough for pizza is prepared.
Source: © unsplash / Aurélien Lemasson-Théobald14. Fondue
It is a delicious Swiss specialty and tradition. It involves dipping meat and vegetables in melted cheese, which is very good in the Swiss Alps.
Source: © unsplash / angela pham13. Baguette
One of the symbols of French cuisine, even if it is not a dish but bread. Delicious with cheese and a glass of red wine, the baguette is one of the best breads in the world. You can find the best baguette in...Paris! Good news for your next trip.
Source: © Pexels / Ivan J. Long12. Tiramisù
An excellent dessert with cream, biscuits, chocolate, and coffee powder. Tiramisu was born in Treviso and is today one of the icons of Italian cuisine.
Source: © Pixabay / pastel10011. Fish and chips
Simple but delicious, fish and chips are breaded, and fried cod is served with French fries. It is a historic English dish, initially performed in ports where workers needed to eat without spending too much.
Source: © unsplash / Samuel tresch10. Ravioli
Also known as tortelli, ravioli are small squares or rectangles of fresh, hand-rolled pasta filled in many different ways, for example, with ricotta, spinach, walnuts, or pumpkin. Wherever you go in Italy, you will find them.
Source: © unsplash / henry perks9. Gnocchi (Dumplings)
Gnocchi is made with potato-based dough, rolled out on wood, and then cut into small pieces, known as gnocchi. They are then cooked in water and served with tomato, green basil sauce, butter, or anything else. Even the gnocchi are Italian, on the other hand, when pasta is involved...
Source: © Pexels / Karolina Grabowska8. Carbonara
The legendary pasta alla Carbonara is one of the great classics of the capital of Italy: Rome. It is a divine recipe and simple to make.
Remember, however, that bacon should not be added to Carbonara, but bacon, as this is, in fact, the most common mistake.
7. Afternoon tea
In England, 5 o'clock tea is sacred, a moment of meditation and sharing which is today one of the cultural symbols of the country. Think that tea was sold in London as early as 1657!
Source: © unsplash / Joanna Kosinska6. Quiche
The French quiche is a savory pie prepared with an egg base and then filled to taste. The version with bacon, cheese, and leek is delicious and famous. Often it is a vibrant dish, ideal for parties or banquets.
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This spectacular fresh pasta dish is typical of the Italian city of Bologna.
The ragù sauce is obtained by cooking the minced meat for a long time. Then, with a sprinkling of Parmigiano Reggiano, they are irresistible.
Source: © unsplash / Andy Hay4. Risotto
Like pasta, risotto is also an Italian specialty. And like pasta, risotto is also prepared in a thousand different ways. The most famous are the ones, alla Milanese, with the typical yellow color of saffron, the one with seafood, and the one with asparagus
Source: © unsplash / Julien Pianetti3. Paella
The delicious Paella is among the most famous symbols of Spain. Originally from the city of Valencia, it is a risotto-based dish that can be enriched with meat, fish, and many different spices. The preparation is long, but it's worth it!
Source: © Pexels / Dorota Semla2. Croissants
The French Croissant symbolizes the Viennoiseries or the small artisan pastry. Appreciated at breakfast with a bit of butter and jam, try to taste them even after dipping them in coffee and milk.
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