National Dish Collection (#2)

Spaghetti fished out of steaming saucepan hanging from wooden spoon, one string being tugged, side view

Cymbopogon citratus, Lemon Grass, bruised fresh stalks, and finely cut slices on wooden board

Pimenta dioica, Allspice, whole allspice berries in silver spoon, background defocused

Bowl of sauerkraut, shredded cabbage fermented in brine, view from above

Plate of agulas, or elvers, close up

Yosenabe, seafood, chicken and vegetable soup, served in soup bowl and smaller soup dish, with soy sauce dip, view from above

Cluster of green pea aubergines, gradually defocused

Slice of pie made with various meats and boiled egg, served with green salad and dollop of chutney, high angle view

Beef taco, close up

Three slices of Focaccia al Rosmarino bread, view from above

Kangaroo loin fillet served on a bed of wilted greens

Tiramisu, traditional Italian dessert made with marscapone cheese, coffee, Marsala wine and chocolate

Cooked snails on metal plate, close up

Three types of sausage, close up

Bowl of Singapore noodles, plate of phad Thai noodles with tiger prawns, bowl of Szechuan noodles with water chestnuts, view from above

Fingers pinching one of penne pasta tubes piled on a draining spoon over a pot filled with water and pasta, close up

Renkon, Lotus root, close-up showing honeycombed holes

Egg-thread noodles

Ploughmans lunch plate with pieces of cheese, spring onions, radishes and brown bread

Pita pocket stuffed with Chicken Tikka and Raita sauce, salad garnish

Banh mi, Saigon baguette, two loaves of almond shaped crusty white bread

Plain olive oil focaccia stacked in neat slices on wooden board, with sharp knife below

Thai sweetcorn fritters served with sweet chilli sauce on square tray, stacked plates in background

Cooked mussels, close up

Small pasta making machine, long flat dough spread out over kitchen surface, white flour being sprinkled over dough

Mozzarella cheese, whole and slices

Fish and chips with a wedge of lemon on a plate

Bowl of cooked white rice, silver spoon in front, on brown place mat, elevated view

Mexican spiced pork chops with pineapple lime salsa garnished with red chili peppers, served on a white plate

Wagashi, types of colourful Japanese sweets, leaf, flower and fantasy shapes, overhead view

Enchiladas, Mexican tortilla rolls in a tomato sauce on a plate, view from above

Loaf of pain de Campagne, view from above

Duck wings in rich coconut sauce sprinkled with red chilli, overhead view

Selection of filled pastas, including Ravioli, Raviolini, Tortelloni and Tortellini, close up

Hands of woman sitting at dinner table twirling spaghetti on a fork using a spoon, side view

French restaurant menu

Penne pasta in tomato sauce cooking in saucepan, being stirred with metal spoon, close up

Atlantic Bonito (Sarda sarda), fresh fish on ice

China, Guangxi, Guiping, sticky rice pyramids wrapped in bamboo leaves cooking in wok

Stir fry including paneer cheese, peppers, onion, herbs, in large pan, overhead view

Oriental bowl filled with noodles and set of wooden chopsticks

Spain, Churros a fried dough on a plate with a glass of hot chocolate, traditionally eaten for breakfast

Plate and small bowl of Chinese chicken and vegetable stir-fry, served in ornate dishes with chopsticks, close up

Penne pasta, thick creamy gorgonzola sauce, in white ceramic bowl, tilted angle

Spain, Cazuela de arroz con mariscos, Andalusian Paella with prawns, shrimp and squid in saffron flavoured rice

Orange rimmed plate of seven Falafel balls garnished with lemon wedges and coriander leaf, overhead view

Bento box, Japanese lunch box with compartments for different foods

Using metal kitchen utensils to stir-fry strips of pork in wok with red and green peppers, mushrooms and spring beans, blurred motion

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"Exploring the Flavors of National Dishes: From Latvia to Spain and Beyond" Latvian Sauerkraut Soup with Pork Served in a Bread Loaf. Riga, Latvia, Northern Europe: Indulge in the heartiness of Latvian cuisine with this sauerkraut soup served inside a warm bread loaf - a delightful combination that will leave you craving for more. Grey Peas with Smoked Bacon and Fried Onions, Riga, Latvia, Northern Europe: Experience the traditional flavors of Latvia as you savor the smoky bacon and crispy fried onions paired perfectly with tender grey peas - a dish that embodies comfort food at its finest. Dumplings, Riga, Latvia, Northern Europe: Delicate pockets of joy filled with various savory fillings await you in Riga's dumpling scene. Whether steamed or pan-fried, these little delights are sure to satisfy your cravings. Paella, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain: Transport yourself to sunny shores as you indulge in an authentic Spanish paella bursting with vibrant colors and rich flavors - a true taste of Mediterranean paradise. Pasta drying in the streets, Naples 1897 (b/w photo): Step back in time through this captivating black-and-white image capturing the essence of Naples' culinary heritage - pasta drying under sunlit streets evoking nostalgia for simpler times. Christmas in Serbia: Preparing the National Dish (engraving): Witness Serbian traditions come alive during Christmas festivities as families gather together to prepare their national dish - an engraving that encapsulates warmth and cultural pride. Plate of chips close-up: Get ready for some serious snacking satisfaction. Feast your eyes on this tantalizing close-up shot featuring golden-brown chips cooked to perfection – pure comfort food bliss. Three slices of pancetta close-up.