Discover the stories behind global foods and cuisines, from traditional dishes and their origins to cultural traditions, ingredients and food history.
Learn how many calories are in one roti and how whole-wheat chapati compares with naan, paratha and puri for calories, carbohydrates, fiber and nutrition.
Explore the history of biryani, from its debated origins and Mughal connections to the regional styles, ingredients and traditions that shaped the dish.
Explore the French Paradox through food culture and nutrition, including wine, cheese, meal patterns and what research says about cardiovascular health.
Explore the Ikarian diet, from wild greens and legumes to olive oil and leisurely meals, and what research says about diet and healthy aging.
Explore the history and science of Indian spices, including turmeric, black pepper and cardamom, and what research says about their bioactive compounds.
Explore the science of traditional Italian cooking, from soffritto and olive oil to tomatoes, and how ingredients and cooking methods shape nutrition.
Explore Japanese and Okinawan food traditions, including miso, seaweed, fish, vegetables and dashi, and what research says about healthy aging.
Explore Korean food and weight-loss patterns, including banchan, vegetables, fermented foods and portion variety, with a closer look at kimchi and doenjang.
Explore Peruvian superfoods including quinoa, maca and purple corn, along with their nutritional properties, cultural history and bioactive compounds.
Explore Spanish food and its Mediterranean influences, including gazpacho, olive oil and saffron, with a closer look at nutrition and culinary tradition.
Explore Thai food through Tom Yum, lemongrass, galangal and fresh herbs, with insights into traditional ingredients, nutrition and culinary science.
Explore traditional Vietnamese pho, including broth, herbs, noodles and common ingredients, with insights into its nutrition, preparation and food culture.
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