One thing that never fails to fascinate me is how deeply world events shape what ends up on our plates—and how no single culture can claim full ownership over any one dish or ingredient. Surprised? Take tomatoes, for example. Though we often associate them with Mediterranean cuisine, they were actually brought to Europe from South America by the Spanish in the 16th century. Or consider the beloved Vietnamese banh mi, a culinary legacy of French colonial influence from the mid-1800s. Even the...

Hearty, warming, and rich in nutrients, shchi (pronounced she) is a delicious and traditional Russian cabbage soup

Lunar New Year is here, and kitchens everywhere are buzzing with the vibrant aromas of festive dishes, each steeped in history and...