Terms: |Gastronomy| |Spain|
Published: 13. 4. 2026.
Which famous Spanish dish from Valencia takes its name from the pan in which it is cooked?
Paella
Terms: |Gastronomy| |Japan| |Portugal|
Published: 13. 4. 2026.
This Japanese dish is most often made from seafood or vegetables coated in batter and deep-fried. It developed under the influence of cooking methods brought to Nagasaki by the Portuguese in the 16th century. What is it called?
Tempura
Terms: |France| |Gastronomy|
Published: 1. 4. 2026.
Identify the classic French loaf, elongated in shape and noted for its firm crust, that has become a symbol of French baking.
Baguette
Terms: |Gastronomy| |Italy|
Published: 1. 4. 2026.
Translated literally, the answer to this question means “hollow bone,” and it is traditionally served with risotto alla milanese. Its principal ingredient is slices of veal shank, braised with vegetables and white wine. What is the Italian name of this dish?
Osso buco
Terms: |Gastronomy| |Italy|
Published: 1. 4. 2026.
What key ingredient, besides basil, garlic, olive oil, and hard cheeses, is traditionally used in pesto alla genovese?
Pine nuts
Terms: |Gastronomy| |Italy|
Published: 1. 4. 2026.
Alongside pasta, pizza is one of the most widespread Italian dishes in the world, and it appears in countless varieties. Yet some kinds are recognisable almost everywhere: Napoletana, Margherita, Quattro Formaggi, and Quattro Stagioni. What was the name of the Italian Baroque composer whose cycle of four violin concertos is popularly known by the same title as the last of these pizzas?
Antonio Vivaldi
Terms: |Gastronomy| |Italy|
Published: 1. 4. 2026.
The roots of this world-famous dessert are associated with northern Italy. In its classic form, the recipe includes ladyfingers, egg yolks, mascarpone, coffee, sugar, and cocoa. What is the name of this celebrated dessert?
Tiramisu