We often discuss various methods to practice language and feel immersed in a foreign culture… with cooking and sharing stories at the top of the list.
This season, we’ve created an entire recipe book, inspired by traditions and chefs from around the world, ranging from French Dauphine potatoes (courtesy of our eTutor Sev) to the classic Italian dish, Zuppa di Farro (thanks to Giulia, an Italian eTutor).
These recipes are meant to give you a personal connection to each culture and add something new and exciting to your celebrations! We hope you’ll enjoy these stories and learning about new ingredients and traditions.
Visit our Facebook page & the Holiday Recipes tab. There, you can easily scroll through various cultures to find something to get started on!
Here’s a quick peek at just a couple.
For a delicious Chinese meal…
Cantonese Radish Cakes with Chinese Sausage
Daikon, a winter vegetable resembling a giant white carrot, makes this loaflike Chinese dim sum dish. The rice dough represents fortune: as it cooks and rises, your fortune grows.
How about indulging in a French dish & a little history…
Dauphine potatoes
Pommes Dauphines (Dauphine potatoes) are a delicious treat. Light and crunchy, they are generally preferred over frites (French fries), especially when made fresh. According to some historians, this recipe was created for Queen Marie-Antoinette, then wife of the Dauphin of France (the heir apparent to the French throne).
Try not to drool over this German recipe…
Sauerbraten
This is a fantastic German pot roast, typically made with beef but other meat versions are also popular. Sauerbraten has often been credited as one a national dish of Germany, and is traditionally served with red cabbage, Spatzle or potatoes.
Practice your Italian with this yummy recipe…
Costolette agnello al forno con patate
“Costolette agnello al forno con patate” is translated to mean Roast Lamb Chops with Potatoes. This is a dish eaten around Easter time and is best served with a glass of Montepulciano della Toscana. Buon Appetito!
Mmm. Here’s a Spanish recipe passed down generations…
Chicken Catalan Style
“This is a classic dish from Catalonia (North East of Spain) that I learned from my mother. I like to use brandy or sherry instead of vino rancio since I can’t find it in New York.” -Anna, Living Language eTutor
Try your hand at this popular Japanese dish…
Japanese Fried Chicken (から揚げ Karaage)
Japanese fried chicken uses boneless chicken thighs and each piece is a bite size. It’s one of the most popular foods to be found in a bento box in Japan. It’s also a popular party food.
SHARE WITH US: What are some recipes from your holiday celebrations?
After all, sharing traditions is one of our favorite parts of any holiday!
