Feasts

Originating from Leskovac, Serbia, leskovački voz is a popular barbecued meat dish that can also be considered a feast. Here's why – it consists of a variety of meat dishes and sides, and each meat dish is followed by another one. Typical di... READ MORE

Oyster roast is a traditional event originating from the Low Country, an area along the South Carolina coast. Similar to a clambake in the Northeast, the oysters are placed into a roasting kettle, covered with a burlap sack, then placed over hot c... READ MORE

What was once a Native American tradition of cooking clams and lobsters in sand pits dating back 2000 years is nowadays a popular New England dish consisting of lobsters, mussels, crabs, and clams steamed in sand pits over several layers of seawee... READ MORE

Rijsttafel is an elaborate Dutch meal that was developed during the colonial era. The Dutch were most likely inspired by an Indonesian dish called nasi padang, as rijsttafel consists of rice and a variety of foods such as fish, chicken, c... READ MORE

Traditionally associated with the island of Java, this complex Indonesian dish consists of a heap of cone-shaped rice that is surrounded by numerous other traditional Indonesian dishes. Due to its complexity, tumpeng is usually prepared for specia... READ MORE

For most Americans, the Thanksgiving dinner usually includes seasonal dishes such as stuffed roasted turkey and side dishes such as mashed potatoes, a rich cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie, among others. This celebratory meal dates back to Novembe... READ MORE

Sadhya is a traditional feast originating from the state of Kerala. All of the small dishes are vegetarian, and one sadhya feast can contain up to 28 dishes at a time, all of them traditionally served on banana leaves and meant to be eaten with ha... READ MORE

Plato Alpujarreño is a traditional meal originating from Andalusia. The recipe has many variations, but it usually consists of a mix of fried eggs, morcilla blood sausages, chorizo, pork loin, sweet peppers, Serrano ham, potatoes, and migas... READ MORE

Curanto is a traditional technique of cooking meat and seafood originating from Chiloé. In order to prepare it, chicken, pork, sausages, seafood (clams, mussels, giant barnacles), chapaleles potato dumplings, potatoes, and various vegetable... READ MORE

Originating from the Santa Maria Valley in California, this barbecue style isn't a dish or a technique, but a full-on feast. It consists of grilled beef that's served with beans, garlic bread, salad, macaroni salad, and chunky salsa. This huge mea... READ MORE

Berner platte is a traditional celebratory dish originating from Bern. It consists of a large plate that's filled with a variety of sauerkraut, meat, offal, potatoes, and green beans. The meat, vegetables, and side dishes are all prepared separate... READ MORE

Schlachteplatte is a traditional Bavarian feast that consists of different types of meat and sausages. It typically contains smoked pork chops, slab bacon, bratwurst, blood sausages, liver sausages, bauernwurst, knackwurst, and wienerwurst. Grille... READ MORE

Hog fry is a traditional social event organized by the Oklahoma Cherokees. At the event, big iron kettles are typically placed over open fires before they're filled with either lard or oil. During the course of the event, pieces of pork are placed... READ MORE

Heimablídni is a Faroese tradition where guests pay to experience traditional meals in local people's homes. The word itself means home hospitality and refers to authentic and intimate dining experiences – local food that's c... READ MORE

Cold plate is a typical rural dish from the Canadian province of Newfoundland. This fundraiser staple is typically served for lunch or dinner, and it is especially popular at weddings and similar festive events with large groups of people. It cons... READ MORE

This traditional New Caledonian dish combines coconut milk with various root vegetables such as taro, manioc, and yams. Occasionally elevated with chicken, pork, or seafood, the combination is wrapped in banana leaves before it is placed over hot ... READ MORE

Fiambre colombiano is a traditional feast that consists of a hearty combination of various ingredients wrapped in banana leaves, especially popular in the Antioquia region. It’s a portable, picnic-style meal wrapped in banana leaves, making ... READ MORE

Ma’a Tahiti, meaning Tahitian food, consists of a vast variety of traditional specialties that Tahitians typically prepare for festive occasions and Sunday family gatherings. A traditional Tahitian meal typically includes both raw a... READ MORE

Tama’ara’a is a traditional Tahitian feast or banquet organized for special occasions, holidays, and celebrations. A vast variety of Tahitian specialties that are part of ma’a Tahiti (a typical Tahitian meal) are offered... READ MORE

Umu is a traditional dish originating from the Easter Islands as a specialty of the Rapa Nui people and a version of the more popular Chilean curanto. A hole is frist dug in the ground and the base is covered with kindling. A pile of volcanic rock... READ MORE