Where did the world famous traditional food originate?

Food is a great example of cultural identity around the world. Some time ago, in the BBC's Master Safe competition, a Nepali dish prepared by putting fried fish, potato pickle, bitter gourd and tomato sauce and potato pickle inside the dhumri got worldwide attention. In the same way, Nepal's tired food has started to be discussed outside Nepal as well.



Whether it's for business or for a trip. Tourists visiting different places have played an important role in spreading the traditional food of different places. The history of the origin and spread of some of the world famous traditional foods is interesting in itself. Those foods are amazing in themselves.


Dishes like Bhindalu, which originated in Portugal in the 15th century, went from non-vegetarian to vegetarian in India. In the past, sugar was used in vendalu. But now you can find chicken, beef or even vegetarian dishes. However, some of these special dishes have risen from their original place and have spread all over the world. What is the origin and extent of some of these world famous dishes? The subject is mentioned below.

Chili

Origin: South America (Peru and Mexico)

Destination: Europe and Asia

Expansion: Relocated in 1942 through the Colombian Exchange or Portuguese merchants. It is believed to have evolved as an important part of the human diet since 7500 BC. It is used for medicinal purposes in countries including Spain.



Vanilla

Origin: South America (Guatemala and Mexico)

Destinations: Europe, North America and Asia

Expansion: Entered South America from Europe in the 15th century. Vanilla is known as the most expensive dish in the world.



Golbhenda

Origin: South America

Destinations: Europe, South Africa and Asia

Expansion: Migrated to Europe from South America during the Colombian Exchange in 1943.



Fish and potatoes

Origin: Spain and Portugal

Destination: UK

Expansion: Spread across Europe in the 17th century. Remains have also been found in Spain and Portugal before reaching the UK.


Bhindalu

Origin: Portugal

Destination: Asia (India)

Expansion: The Portuguese influenced Goa in the 15th century. In the past, sugar was used in vendalu. But now you can find chicken, beef or even vegetarian dishes.



French fries

Origin: Belgium and France

Destination: UK and USA

Expansion: It spread from Europe in the 19th century. With the development of American fast food in 1940, it began to gain traction. In 1802, US President Thomas Jefferson even ordered French fries at the White House.



Dunnot

Origin: Ancient Greece

Destination: USA

Expansion: In 1847, it expanded to New York.



Cheesecake

Origin: Ancient Greece

Destination: USA

Expansion: This dish was special in ancient Greece before the time of the Olympics. It is currently the most popular dessert in the United States.


Coffee

Origin: North Africa and Ethiopia

Destination: USA, Europe

Expansion: It spread to Europe in the 16th century. It was developed in 1727 in South America.



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