In São Paulo’s bustling Mercado Municipal, I grabbed a warm pão de queijo, its gooey cheese and chewy tapioca flour melting in my mouth. Rooted in indigenous cassava use, this Brazilian snack became a 19th-century breakfast staple in Minas Gerais. Made with manioc... Read more on journeat.com

In Osaka’s Dotonbori, I watched a chef grill okonomiyaki, its sizzling cabbage and batter filling the air with savory aromas. Meaning “grilled as you like,” this Japanese pancake is a customizable delight, packed with cabbage and topped with pork, shrimp, or squid. A... Read more on journeat.com

Near Paris’ Eiffel Tower, I savored a crepe with caramelized apples, its thin, crispy edges folding perfectly around the sweet filling. Born in Brittany in the 13th century, crepes are France’s versatile pancake, made from a simple batter of flour, eggs, and milk. Sweet... Read more on journeat.com

In Manila’s Quiapo market, I savored adobo, its tangy chicken and soy-vinegar sauce filling the air with aroma. Influenced by Spanish colonization in the 16th century, this Filipino staple simmers meat—chicken, pork, or both—in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and bay... Read more on journeat.com

In Sarajevo’s Baščaršija, I savored cevapi, smoky grilled sausages tucked into warm somun bread with onions and ajvar sauce. Rooted in Ottoman times, this Balkan dish uses minced beef or lamb, seasoned with garlic and paprika, and grilled to perfection. My plate came... Read more on journeat.com

In Cairo’s chaotic streets, I dove into koshari, a vibrant mix of lentils, pasta, rice, and spicy tomato sauce from a bustling cart. Born in the 19th century, this Egyptian street food blends Italian pasta, Indian spices, and local lentils, a nod to Egypt’s role as a... Read more on journeat.com

In Sydney’s sunny Bondi Beach café, I savored pavlova, its crispy meringue topped with whipped cream and fresh kiwi. Named after ballerina Anna Pavlova in the 1920s, this dessert is a sweet tug-of-war between Australia and New Zealand. Its airy base, made from egg... Read more on journeat.com

In Bangkok’s Khao San Road, I slurped tom yum, its spicy, sour broth packed with shrimp and lemongrass waking my senses. Born in the 19th century in central Thailand, this soup balances chili, lime, galangal, and fish sauce for a fiery yet refreshing kick. My bowl had... Read more on journeat.com

In Cape Town’s colorful Bo-Kaap, I savored bobotie, a sweet-savory dish of minced meat, curry spices, and a creamy egg topping. With Dutch and Malay roots from the 17th century, this South African classic blends influences from colonial trade routes. Ground beef or lamb... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's beef bourguignon😋🍲 #yummy #foodies #homemade #journeat

In Cusco’s vibrant San Pedro market, I tasted pato asado, a juicy roasted duck infused with Andean spices like huacatay. Rooted in Incan traditions, this Peruvian dish uses local herbs and slow-roasting to create tender, flavorful meat, often served with rice or boiled... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's tropical ceviche 😋🍽️ #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #ceviche #journeat

In Venice’s narrow streets, I savored tiramisu in a cozy trattoria, its creamy mascarpone and coffee-soaked sponge cake melting in my mouth. Born in Treviso in the 1960s, tiramisu—meaning “pick me up”—gets its kick from espresso and a splash of liqueur. Cocoa powder... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's eggplant parmesan 😋🍽️ #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #vege #journeat

Homemade, salami, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich 😋🥪 #yummy #foodies #homemade #sandwich #breakfast #food #journeat

At Singapore’s Lau Pa Sat hawker center, I devoured satay skewers, their smoky chicken dipped in rich peanut sauce. Originating in Java, Indonesia, satay spread across Southeast Asia in the 19th century, blending local spices like turmeric and lemongrass with grilling... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's creamy shrimp pasta with garlic and herbs 😋🍤 #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #pasta #shrimp #journeat

In a cozy Athens taverna, I savored moussaka, its layers of eggplant, spiced meat, and creamy béchamel warming my soul. This Greek classic, with Ottoman roots, became a national dish in the 20th century, thanks to chef Nikolaos Tselementes, who added the French-inspired... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's rotisserie chicken with grainy mustard pan sauce 😋🍗 #yummy #foodies #homemade #chicken #food #journeat

In Buenos Aires’ San Telmo market, I bit into a piping-hot empanada, its flaky crust bursting with spicy beef and olives. Brought by Spanish settlers in the 16th century, empanadas are now a Latin American staple, with fillings like chicken, cheese, or even sweet corn.... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's chicken curry 😋🍛 #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #journeat

In Penang’s hawker stalls, I slurped laksa, its creamy coconut broth and fiery chili waking up my senses. This Malaysian dish, born in the 19th century along coastal trade routes, blends Chinese and Malay flavors. Penang’s asam laksa, with tamarind and fish, is tangy,... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's banana bread 😋🥮🍌 #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #cake #banana #journeat

In Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, I couldn’t resist a warm borek, its crispy phyllo layers stuffed with spinach and feta. Rooted in Ottoman cuisine, this Turkish pastry dates back centuries, with variations like cheese, meat, or potato fillings. Some are baked into spirals,... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's lasagna 😋🍽️ #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #lasagna #journeat

Homemade, today it's chicken bao bun 😋🍽️ #yummy #foodies #homemade #chicken #food #journeat

At a beachside warung in Bali, I savored nasi goreng, its smoky rice and spicy sambal igniting my taste buds. This Indonesian fried rice, born from Chinese influences centuries ago, became a national dish in the 20th century. Cooked with kecap manis (sweet soy sauce),... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's green curry 😋🍛 #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #cuury #journeat

In Amman’s lively downtown, I grabbed a shawarma wrap from a buzzing street stall, its juicy lamb and garlicky tahini bursting with flavor. Inspired by Turkish döner in the 19th century, shawarma became a Middle Eastern staple, with spit-roasted meat—lamb, chicken, or... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, baked feta pasta 😁🍝 #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #pasta #feta #journeat

Homemade, today it's spaghetti and meatball 😋🍝 #yummy #foodies #homemade #spaghetti #food #journeat

In a tiny Tokyo alley, I sipped ramen in a steaming shop, surrounded by salarymen slurping tonkotsu broth. The rich, umami flavor was pure comfort. Ramen, born in the early 20th century from Chinese noodle soups, became Japan’s obsession, with regional styles like... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's Chinese style lobster tail 😋🦞 #yummy #foodies #homemade #food #journeat #lobster

In Krakow’s charming old town, I sat in a cozy restaurant, savoring pierogi stuffed with cheesy potatoes and caramelized onions. These Polish dumplings, dating back to the 13th century, were once humble peasant fare, filled with whatever was available—potatoes,... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's ravioli with ricotta 😋🍽️ #yummy #foodies #homemade #ravioli #food #journeat

Wandering through Chiang Mai’s bustling night market, I was drawn to a sizzling wok where a vendor tossed pad Thai with expert precision. The dish’s sweet-tangy aroma—tamarind, fish sauce, and roasted peanuts—made my mouth water. Born in the 1930s during Thailand’s push... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's pesto 😁🌿🍝 #yummy #foodies #homemade #pesto #food #journeat #pasta

Wandering through Chiang Mai’s bustling night market, I was drawn to a sizzling wok where a vendor tossed pad Thai with expert precision. The dish’s sweet-tangy aroma—tamarind, fish sauce, and roasted peanuts—made my mouth water. Born in the 1930s during Thailand’s push... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's french ratatouille 😋🍲 #yummy #foodies #homemade #ratatouille #food #journeat

In Jakarta’s Pasar Baru, I savored rendang, its tender beef and coconut milk sauce bursting with spice. This Minangkabau dish from Sumatra, born centuries ago, is a festive favorite, slow-cooked for hours with lemongrass, galangal, and chili. The beef absorbs the... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's ricotta gnocchi in a BBQ rib 😋🍽️ #yummy #foodies #homemade #gnocchi #food #journeat

In Moscow’s snowy Red Square, I warmed up with pelmeni, steaming meat-filled dumplings in a rich broth. Rooted in Siberian traditions, these dumplings were once frozen for winter survival, carried by hunters in the vast taiga. Made with a thin dough and fillings like... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's stuffed tomatoes 😋🍅 #yummy #foodies #homemade #tomato #food #journeat

On Mumbai’s Chowpatty Beach, I scooped up bhel puri, its chaotic mix of puffed rice, tangy chutneys, and crispy sev exploding with flavor. Born in the 19th century, this Indian street food is a chaat classic, blending sweet tamarind, spicy green chutney, and crunchy... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's chicken sandwiches 😋🥪 #yummy #foodies #homemade #chicken #sandwiches #food #journeat

Homemade, today it's spaghetti carbonara 😋🍝 #yummy #foodies #homemade #pasta #spaghetti #food #journeat

In Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1, I devoured banh xeo, its crispy rice batter sizzling with shrimp and bean sprouts. Named for the “sizzling” sound it makes on the griddle, this Southern Vietnamese pancake is a street food gem. The batter, made with rice flour and... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's smash burger 😋🍔 #yummy #foodies #homemade #burger #food #journeat

In Algiers’ vibrant Casbah, I savored shakshuka, its eggs poached in a fiery tomato and chili sauce, served with crusty bread. This North African dish, rooted in Ottoman and Maghrebi traditions, became a beloved breakfast in Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia. The sauce,... Read more on journeat.com

Homemade, today it's steak, tortellini with asparagus and mushrooms 😋🍽️ #yummy #foodies #homemade #pasta #food #journeat