Ingredient: cumin seed

Libya: Hraimeh

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Africa

Libya

Hraimeh (sometimes spelled Chraimeh) originated among Jewish immigrants who came to Libya in the late 19th century. Hraimeh means “hot,” and this fish is cooked in a spicy tomato sauce reminiscent of harissa. This is often served as the first course of the Sabbath meal, or may also be served at Seder. Libyan...

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Czech Republic: Vepřo-knedlo-zelo

Cooking Time: 4 hours

Europe

Czech Republic

When we decided to do a pairing dinner for my beer club, I knew I was going to go international. However, it was my partner Alex’s desire to make a crisp, spicy pilsner that led me to the Czech Republic. Czech cuisine is a very hearty fare; think meat and potatoes....

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Yemen: Hilbeh & Malawah

Asia

Yemen

Welcome to Yemen, where I’m giving you two recipes for the price of one! This is only appropriate, as generous offering of food to guests is one of the customs in Yemeni culture. Just be advised that a guest not accepting the offering is considered an insult. Refusing my offer...

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Ireland: Irish Soda Bread

Cooking Time: 1 hr 20 minutes

Ireland

Having recently returned from Ireland, you can imagine I had plenty of ideas as to what I could make. But you might also be surprised by what I chose! My favorite meal in Ireland was an amazing Full Irish Breakfast at a pub called the Hairy Lemon. I considered making this...

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