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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION

GLAZED

EUROPE BACALHAU

GOMES

SÀ -

PORK SHANK

SMOKED

HERRING SALAD

MOULES

FRITES

BRICK, MAKROUD -

GERMANY

NETHERLANDS

FOUL, WARAH

BELGIUM

BRYNDZOVÉ

HALUSKY

GOULASH -

HUNGARY

CALDO

SLOVAKIA

SPAIN

KÄSESPÄTZLE TATIN -

SOUP,

BOUILLABAISSE, TARTE

GRÖSTI -

AUSTRIA

SWITZERLAND

FRANCE

PIZZA MARGHERITA, BUCATINI

COLCANNON CHRISTMAS

IRELAND ALL’AMATRICIANA,

PUDDING

SARDE

ALLA

BECCAFICO -

ENGLAND ITALY

COCK-A-LEEKIE FARIKAL LAX

REINDEER BLINI

SCOTLAND SERBIA

MOUSSAKA, TZATZIKI -

STEW

SILGUSOUST BORSCHT -

GREECE

BAKLAVA, DÖNER -

RUSSIA

ESTONIA

UKRAINE

POLAND

FRIKANDELLER -

KEBAP

TURKEY

DENMARK

LAMB

TAJINE AND WITH LEMON,

GHAZAL

KA’B

AL-

EGYPT

MAFÉ -

GAMBIA

CAPO VERDE

OLELEH -

SIERRA LEONE

ATTÉKIÉ -

IVORY COAST

FOU

CURRY

THE AMERICAS

CAMEROON

ZIGHINÌ -

ERITREA

QUEBECOIS

INJERA -

ETHIOPIA

CHOMA

CHICKEN

WAKUKU

MADAGASCAR

REVELLION

MOZAMBIQUE

CAKE,

PLYMOUTH

WILLIAMSBURG

OYSTERS TURKEY,

CLAM

ROAST GOOSE,

CREAM OF PEANUT SOUP

BANH

ARGENTINA

LAHONG

ASADO, LOCRO -

TACOS,

CHILIS

GALLO

PINTO

JERK

RELLENOS

BURRITOS

HALLACA -

AJIACO -

CUBA

SPAS -

ANTIOQUENAS

COLOMBIA

BAIANA -

DE ATUN

BRAZIL

PERU

NHOAMI SACH CHROUK PAKON

MEE

KROB

THAILAND

GORENG, LEMPER

INDONESIA

IRAN:

OCEANIA

ARMENIA CIALAO,

KANGAROO SAMBOSAY

GOSHTI

PAKISTAN

PORK, TANDOORI MURGHI, PANEER

DUMPLINGS,

BIBIMPAP, KIMCHI -

INDIA

PEKING -

SALAD

CURRY

FILETS,

LAMINGTONS STUFFED

KADHAI

STEAMED

YAM KUNG,

NANAS GORENG, NASI

SAUCE, SPRING ROLLS CON COCO,

VIETNAM

ISRAEL

HALVA, CHAPATI, SAJJI -

KABOB,

GAKHO -

SYRIA

POLÒ

VINDALOO

JAMAICA

VENEZUELA

FISCH

AFGHANISTAN

FEJOADA, CHURRASCO, JERIMUM BACALHAU

GEFILTE

GIALROSA

MEXICO

HAITI

EMPANADAS

CEVICHE

COSTA RICA

EN TENTACIÒN,

CHICKEN

GRIOT -

CON CARNE,

TOM LEBANON

FALAFEL -

XÈO,

CAMBODIA

TABBOULEH -

SABAI

GUACAMOLE, CHILI

PLATANOS

- CHILE:

ASIA

UNITED STATES

SOUTH AFRICA

LOBSTERS WITH RICE

TOURTIERE

DE AVE

CANADA

CHOWDER,

TANZANIA

IN PIRI PIRI SAUCE

MADAGASCAN

MAPLE PIE,

ROCKEFELLER, THANKSGIVING

KENYA

CAZUELA

PASTRAMI, CHEESE

SOMALIA

BOBOTIE, SOSATIE -

MOROCCO

COUSCOUS, BOUREK, LOBSTER ALGERIA

SENEGAL

M’CHUZI

AFRICA

YASSA -

NYAMA

FINLAND

ENAB

DE PEIXE

KALLUUN -

SWEDEN

WITH CAVIAR

PIEROGI -

PALACINKA -

NORWAY

PUDDING

LIBYA

PORTUGAL

PAELLA VALENCIANA, PIMIENTOS RELLENOS -

PARMENTIER

SHARBA -

TUNISIA

CHINA

AUSTRALIA

NEW ZEALAND

KOKODA -

BANANA

CAKE,

LAMB CHOPS, ROASTED KUMARA

FIJI

PALUSAMI -

DUCK, OYSTER

PAVLOVA

SAMOA

PO’E

HAWAIIAN

TAHITI

CHICKEN,

SESAME

MAHI MAHI

KOREA HAWAII

TEMPURA, SASHIMI, SUKIYAKI, AZUKI PASTE,

ZARU

SOBA

JAPAN

BEAN

INDEX

EUROPE

C U I S I N E I N S P I R E D B Y A RT

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

THE REAL VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY CONSISTS NOT IN SEEKING NEW LANDSCAPES BUT IN HAVING NEW EYES. SUGGESTING A KEYSTONE MAXIM FOR WHOEVER IS A TRAVELER, OR FEELS LIKE A TRAVELER, OR WANTS TO TRAVELER, KIN TO SOLVING PUZZLES OR COLLECTING TROPHIES, UNLESS THE TRAVELER ADOPTS NEW EYES.

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

PAELLA

Difficulty Medium - 45 minutes preparation time + 45 minutes cooking time

SPAIN

INGREDIENTS FOR 6 PEOPLE: 4 TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL 1 ONION, CHOPPED 2 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED 1 RED BELL PEPPER, CHOPPED, GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE 4 OUNCES CHORIZE SAUSAGE, CUT INTO PIECES 2 SKINLESS, BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST HALVES - CUT INTO 1 INCH CUBES 1 (12 OUNCE) PACKAGE UNCOOKED ARBORIO RICE 5 CUPS CHICKEN BROTH 1/2 CUP WHITE WINE 1 SPRIG FRESH THYME 1 PINCH SAFFRON 2 SQUID, CLEANED AND CUT INTO 1 INCH PIECES 2 TOMATOES, SEEDED AND CHOPPED 1/2 CUP FROZEN GREEN PEAS 12 LARGE SHRIMP, PEELED AND DEVEINED 1 POUND MUSSELS, CLEANED AND DEBEARDED 1/4 CUP CHOPPED ITALIAN FLAT LEAF PARSLEY

Heat olive oil in paella pan over medium heat. Add in onion, garlic and pepper; cook and stir for a few minutes. Add chorizo sausage, diced chicken, and rice; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 3 1/2 cups stock, wine, thyme leaves, and saffron. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to the boil, and simmer for 15 minutes; stir occasionally. Taste the rice, and check to see if it is cooked. If the rice is uncooked, stir in 1/2 cup more stock. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally. Stir in additional stock if necessary, up to 2 cups additional stock, 5 cups total. Cook until rice is done. Stir in squid, tomatoes, and peas. Cook for 2 minutes. Arrange prawns and mussels on top. Cover with foil, and leave for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the foil, and scatter parsley over the food. Serve in paella pan, garnished with lemon wedges.

BOUILLABAISSE

Difficulty Low - 15 minutes preparation time + 25 minutes cooking time

FRANCE

INGREDIENTS FOR 12 PEOPLE: 175 ML (6 FL OZ) OLIVE OIL 2 ONIONS, THINLY SLICED 2 LEEKS, SLICED 3 TOMATOES - PEELED, SEEDED AND CHOPPED 4 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED 1 SPRIG FRESH THYME 1 BAY LEAF 1 TEASPOON ORANGE ZEST 350 G (12 OZ) MUSSELS, CLEANED AND DEBEARDED 2 L (3 1/2 PINTS) BOILING WATER SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE 2 KG (5 LB) RED MULLET OR SEABASS 1 PINCH SAFFRON THREADS 350G(12 OZ) FRESH PRAWNS, PEELED AND DEVEINED

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan, and add the onions, leeks, tomatoes and garlic. Cook and stir over a low heat for a few minutes until all vegetables are soft. Stir in the thyme, bay leaf and orange zest. Add shellfish and boiling water; stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Turn up the heat to high, and boil for about 3 minutes to allow the oil and water to combine. Add fish, and reduce the heat to medium. Continue cooking for 12 to 15 minutes, or until fish is cooked. The fish should be opaque and tender, but still firm. Fish should not be falling apart. Taste the bouillabaisse and adjust the seasoning. Stir in saffron, and then pour soup into a warmed tureen or soup dishes. Serve immediately.

CHRISTMAS PUDDING

Difficulty High - 2 hours preparation time + 8 hours cooking time

ENGLAND

INGREDIENTS FOR 8/10 PEOPLE: 1 OZ /25 G MIXED CANDIED PEEL, FINELY CHOPPED 1 LB /450 G DRIED MIXED FRUIT (USE GOLDEN RAISINS/SULTANAS, RAISINS, CURRANTS) 1 SMALL COOKING APPLE, PEELED, CORED AND FINELY CHOPPED GRATED ZEST AND JUICE 1/2 LARGE ORANGE AND 1/2 LEMON 4 TABLESPOONS BRANDY, PLUS A LITTLE EXTRA FOR SOAKING AT THE END 2 OZ /55 G SELF-RAISING FLOUR, SIFTED 1 LEVEL TABLESPOONS GROUND MIXED SPICE 1 1/2 TABLESPOONS GROUND CINNAMON 4 OZ /110 G SHREDDED SUET, BEEF OR VEGETARIAN 4 OZ /110 G SOFT, DARK BROWN SUGAR 4 OZ /110 G WHITE FRESH BREAD CRUMBS 1 OZ /25 G WHOLE SHELLED ALMONDS, ROUGHLY CHOPPED 2 LARGE FREE-RANGE EGGS

Lightly butter a 2 1/2 pint (1.4 liter) pudding basin. Place the dried fruits, candied peel, apple, orange and lemon juice into a large mixing bowl. Add the brandy and stir well. Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and leave to marinate for a couple of hours preferably overnight. Stir together the flour, mixed spice and cinnamon in a very large mixing bowl. Add the suet, sugar, lemon and orange zest, bread crumbs and nuts and stir again until all the ingredients are well mixed. Finally add the marinaded dried fruits and stir again. Beat the eggs lightly in a small bowl then stir quickly into the dry ingredients. The mixture should have a fairly soft consistency. Now is the time to gather the family to take turns in stirring, making a wish and adding a few coins. Spoon the mixture in to the greased pudding basin, gently pressing the mixture down with the back of a spoon. Cover with a double layer of greaseproof paper or baking parchment, then a layer of aluminum foil and tie securely with string. Place the pudding in a steamer set over a saucepan of simmering water and steam the pudding for 7 hours. Make sure you check the water level frequently so it never boils dry. The pudding should be a deep brown color when cooked. Remove the pudding from the steamer, cool completely. Remove the paper, prick the pudding with a skewer and pour in a little extra brandy. Cover with fresh greaseproof paper and retie with string. Store in a cool dry place until Christmas day. On Christmas day reheat the pudding by steaming again for about an hour. Serve with Brandy Sauce, Brandy Butter or custard. Left over Christmas pudding can be reheated by wrapping tightly in aluminum foil and heating through in a hot oven .

BORSCHT

Difficulty Medium - 25 minutes preparation time + 1 hour cooking time

UKRAINE

INGREDIENTS FOR 8 PEOPLE: 6 CUPS WATER 3/4 TABLESPOON SALT 1/2 CUP FINELY CHOPPED CARROTS 1/4 CUP CHOPPED GREEN BELL PEPPER, DIVIDED 1/2 STALK CELERY, CHOPPED 1 MEDIUM BEET 1/2 CUP CANNED PEELED AND DICED TOMATOES 3 POTATOES, QUARTERED 1/3 CUP BUTTER 1/2 CUP CHOPPED ONION 1 1/2 CUPS CANNED TOMATOES 3 CUPS FINELY SHREDDED CABBAGE, DIVIDED 1/4 CUP HEAVY CREAM 3/4 CUP DICED POTATOES 1 TABLESPOON DRIED DILL WEED 1/4 TEASPOON GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE

Place water, salt, carrots, 1/2 of the bell pepper, celery, beet, tomatoes, and quartered potatoes in a large stock pot over high heat. Bring to a boil. Melt 1/3 cup butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Saute onions in butter until tender, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove 1/2 cup of sauce from skillet, and set aside. Stir half of the cabbage into the skillet with remaining sauce, and continue simmering 5 minutes more, or until tender. Remove beet from boiling liquid and discard. Remove potatoes with a slotted spoon or tongs, and place in a bowl with remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the cream. Mash together until smooth. Return the 1/2 cup of reserved oniontomato sauce to the stock pot. Stir in diced potatoes, and simmer until just tender but still firm, approximately 5 minutes. Increase heat to a low boil, and stir in remaining cabbage, tomato sauce, and mashed potatoes. Reduce heat and simmer a few minutes more. Stir in remaining bell pepper, season with black pepper, and serve.

POTATO, LEEK AND SMOKED BACON SOUP

Difficulty Low - 10 minutes preparation time + 30 minutes cooking time

GERMANY

INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE: 300 G LEEKS, WASHED AND FINELY CHOPPED 300 G POTATOES, PEELED AND SLICED 150 G CHOPPED SMOKED BACON, FAT REMOVED 700 ML VEGETABLE STOCK 290 ML MILK GROUND BLACK PEPPER OLIVE OIL

Slice off leek tops and root ends. This recipe needs only the tender, light green part of the leek. Slice leeks lengthways down the centre, clean well under cold, running water and pat dry with a piece of kitchen paper. Slice leeks horizontally into thin slices and set aside. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, sauté bacon until lightly golden. Add sliced leeks and sauté 3-5 minutes more or until leeks are soft. Pour in stock, bring soup to the boil. Then lower heat and leave to simmer. In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk well until combined. Add to soup, whisking well to avoid lumps. Bring to the boil and season to taste. Remove from heat. Lightly beat egg yolk and cream together; stir into soup. Serve immediately.

TZATZIKI SAUCE

Difficulty Low - 20 minutes preparation time + 20 minutes cooking time

GREECE

INGREDIENTS FOR 8 PEOPLE: 2 (8 OUNCE) CONTAINERS PLAIN YOGURT 2 CUCUMBERS - PEELED, SEEDED AND DICED 2 TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL 1/2 LEMON, JUICED SALT AND PEPPER TO TASTE 1 TABLESPOON CHOPPED FRESH DILL 3 CLOVES GARLIC, PEELED

In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dill and garlic. Process until well-combined. Transfer to a separate dish, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour for best flavor.

AFRICA

COOKING WITH COLORS

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

LAMB TAGINE

Difficulty Medium - 45 minutes preparation time + 2 hours cooking time

MOROCCO

INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE: 4 POUNDS FAT-TRIMMED BONED LAMB SHOULDER OR OTHER CUT SUITABLE FOR STEWING, RINSED AND CUT INTO 1 1/2-INCH CHUNKS 2 ONIONS (8 OZ. EACH), PEELED AND THINLY SLICED 4 CLOVES GARLIC, PEELED AND MINCED 1 TABLESPOON EACH PAPRIKA AND GROUND CUMIN 1 TEASPOON EACH GROUND TURMERIC, GROUND CINNAMON, AND MINCED FRESH GINGER 1/2 TEASPOON CAYENNE 1/8 TEASPOON GROUND CARDAMOM 2 1/2 CUPS FAT-SKIMMED CHICKEN BROTH 1 CAN (14 1/2 OZ.) DICED TOMATOES 2 TABLESPOONS TOMATO PASTE SALT AND FRESH-GROUND PEPPER FLUFFY COUSCOUS 1/3 CUP PITTED KALAMATA OLIVES 1/3 CUP CHOPPED FRESH CILANTRO PRESERVED LEMONS (GARNISH) HARISSA (GARNISH)

Brown lamb. Discard all but 2 tablespoons fat from the pan. Add onions and garlic to pan; stir often over medium heat until onions begin to get limp, 3 to 5 minutes. Add paprika, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne, and cardamom; stir until very fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broth, tomatoes (including juices), and tomato paste. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lamb is tender when pierced, about 1 hour. Skim off and discard any fat. Add salt and pepper to taste. On dinner plates or a large rimmed platter, mound couscous and form a well in the center. With a slotted spoon, transfer lamb and vegetables to well. Measure pan juices; if less than 3 cups, add water to make that amount, return to pan, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add salt to taste. Pour juices into a bowl and pass to add to taste. Scatter olives and cilantro over lamb; garnish as desired (see notes). No-mess browning. Place meat in a heavy-bottomed 5- to 6-quart pan. Add 1/2 cup water; cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer briskly over medium heat until meat is gray on the outside and has rendered juices and fat, 15 to 20 minutes. Uncover pan, increase heat to high, and stir often until most of the liquid has evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-high and stir often until meat juices have caramelized and darkened and meat has browned in the rendered fat, about 5 minutes longer. If drippings and the brown film on pan begin to scorch, reduce heat to medium.

ASIA

EMBRACING A WEALTH OF SPICES AND SEASONINGS

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

STEAMED BUN DOUGH

Difficulty Low - 30 minutes preparation time + 30 minutes cooking time

CHINA

INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE: 1 PACKAGE DRIED YEAST OR 1 CAKE FRESH YEAST 1 CUP LUKEWARM WATER 4 1/2 CUPS FLOUR 1/4 CUP SUGAR 2 TABLESPOONS CRISCO OR VEGETABLE OIL 1/2 CUP BOILING WATER 2 TABLESPOONS SESAME SEED OIL

Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water. Add 1 cup of flour. Mix thoroughly. Cover with cloth. Let rise 1 hour, until bubbles appear. Dissolve sugar and vegetable oil in 1/2 cup boiling water. Stir well. Cool until lukewarm. Pour into yeast mixture. Add 3 1/2 cups flour. Knead dough on lightly floured board until smooth. Put into extra large, greased bowl in a warm place. Cover with damp cloth. Let rise until double in bulk, about 2 hours. Divide into 2 portions. Remove first portion and knead 2 minutes. Repeat with second. Roll each into roll 12 inches long and 2 inches wide. Cut into 12 pieces (24 total). Flatten each piece with palm of hand. Roll with rolling pin into 3 inch circles. Brush with sesame seed oil. Indent middle of circle with chopstick. Fold circle in half so that it becomes a half moon. Crimp edges tightly with fork. Place each roll on separate square piece of foil on steamer tray. Cover tray with towel. Let buns rise to double in bulk, about 30 minutes. Remove towel. Steam, tightly covered, over briskly boiling water for 10 minutes. Serve with Peking Duck, Crispy Duck, or with any filling you desire. May be prepared in advance. May be frozen. Thaw out in plastic bag and resteam 10 minutes.

CHICKEN FRIED RICE

Difficulty Low - 10 minutes preparation time + 10 minutes cooking time

THAILAND

INGREDIENTS FOR 4/6 PEOPLE: 4 CUPS COLD COOKED RICE 8 OUNCES COOKED CHICKEN CHOPPED 2 EGGS (MORE IF DESIRED) 1/2 CUP GREEN PEAS 1 MEDIUM ONION, DICED 1 GREEN ONION, DICED SEASONINGS (ADD ACCORDING TO TASTE): LIGHT SOY SAUCE OYSTER SAUCE SALT PEPPER OIL FOR STIR-FRYING, AS NEEDED

Beat the eggs lightly with chopsticks, add a dash of salt (Add a bit of oyster sauce if desired). Chop the chicken meat and dice the onion and green onion. Heat wok and add oil. When oil is ready, pour 1/2 of the egg mixture into the wok and cook over medium heat, turning over once. Cook the other half the same way. Cut the egg into thin strips, and save for later. Stir-fry the onion on high heat for a few moments, remove and set aside. Do the same for the green peas. Add oil, turn down the heat to medium and stir-fry the rice. Add the soy sauce, salt, pepper and oyster sauce. Add the chicken, onion and green peas and combine thoroughly. Serve chicken fried rice with the strips of egg on top and the green onion as a garnish.

AMERICA

THE NEW WORLD CUISINE

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

sculptures in the rock formations

need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

world squares can all be expressed in one word:

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

destinations.

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it

landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning

enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the

for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through

be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape

solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the

adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined

of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct

sculptures in the rock formations

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of

American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

feelings.

Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is

order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as

plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,

at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens

CHEESECAKE

Difficulty High - 1 hours preparation time + 30 minutes cooking time

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

INGREDIENTS FOR 10 PEOPLE: 1/4 CUP GOLDEN RAISINS 1/4 CUP RAISINS 1 CUP PLAIN LOW-FAT YOGURT 1 (3 OUNCE) PACKAGE CREAM CHEESE 1 1/4 CUPS LOW-FAT COTTAGE CHEESE 1 TEASPOON VANILLA EXTRACT 1/2 CUP WHITE SUGAR 1/2 CUP LOW-FAT MILK 1 (.25 OUNCE) PACKAGE UNFLAVORED GELATIN 3 EGG WHITES 1 CUP BOILING WATER 2 TABLESPOONS WATER

Put all the raisins in a small bowl, and pour hot water over them. Set the bowl aside. Heat 1/4 cup white sugar with 2 tablespoons water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil the mixture until the bubbles rise to the surface in a random pattern. This indicates that the water has nearly evaporated, and that the sugar is beginning to cook. With a small spoon, drop a bit of the sugar into a bowl filled with ice water. If the sugar dissolves immediately, continue cooking the sugar mixture. Remove from heat when the sugar dropped into the water can be rolled between your fingers into a ball. Begin beating the egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed. Pour the sugar syrup down the side of the bowl in a thin, steady stream. When all the sugar has been incorporated, decrease mixer speed to medium. Continue beating until the egg whites are glossy, have formed stiff peaks, and have cooled to room temperature--about 10 minutes. Increase the speed to high, and beat the meringue for 1 minute more. Puree the yogurt, cream cheese, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup white sugar in a food processor or blender. Scrape the cheese mixture into a large bowl. Pour the milk into a small saucepan. Sprinkle the gelatin over the milk. Let it stand until the gelatin softens, about 5 minutes. Heat the milk over a medium heat, stirring until the gelatin is dissolved. Stir the milk into the cheese mixture. Mix about 1/3 of the meringue into the cheese mixture to lighten it. Gently fold in the rest of the meringue. Line an 8 inch cake pan with plastic wrap. Drain the raisins, and scatter them in the bottom of the pan. Then pour the cheesecake batter into the lined pan. Chill for 4 hours. To turn out the cheesecake, invert a serving plate on top of the pan. Turn both over together. Lift away the pan, peel off the plastic wrap, and slice for serving.