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TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - TasteAtlas, a global food-hunting site, released its annual ranking of the best cuisines, which evaluated 50 food items based on 395,205 (271,819 valid) dish ratings and 115,660 (80,863 valid) food product ratings recorded.
As food is universally known to be essential to the functioning of the human body, this list has caught the attention of seasoned travelers looking for countries to explore.
Top-rated countries include Italy, Japan, and Greece, where dining options are endless and thoroughly celebrated by locals and tourists alike. Here’s a snapshot of the top 10 rankings.
1. Italian Cuisine - 4,65/5.0 Stars
Italy has the best cuisine in the world, with highly-rated dishes ranging from the famous pizza to the tasteful bruschetta. The flavors of Italy are wonderfully crafted by myriad combinations of ingredients like olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, and cheese, which serve as compelling plates for any occasion in the country.
2. Japanese Cuisine - 4,65/5.0 Stars
Best known for its iconic dish, sushi, Japan received a 4,65 rating from the food-hunting site. The country’s traditional cuisine, Washoku, is celebrated worldwide for its attention to health aspects, inventiveness, and rich heritage. Using only authentic ingredients, delectable dishes like takoyaki, miso soup, and soba continue to steal the spotlight.
3. Greek Cuisine - 4,64/5.0 Stars
Mostly adopting the nutritional pattern of the Mediterranean diet, Greek dishes use the perfect combination of plant-based seasonings and spices. Among them are cheeses, fennel, olives, dill, and oregano. The strong presence of vegetables makes Greek foods one of the world’s healthiest cuisines.
4. Portuguese Cuisine - 4,61/5.0 Stars
Portugal, a country of nearly 10,5 million population, offers an unparalleled food scene where fresh fish is always in sight and bread is always served warm from the oven. In its published list, TasteAtlas highlights the quality of high-rating dishes, such as Migas, Francesinha, and Espetada, each earning a score higher than 4.
5. Chinese Cuisine - 4,59/5.0 Stars
Chinese cuisine boasts a delicious and diverse range of flavors, from savory dishes to sweet treats, catering to every taste bud. With its vast territory and diverse population, China’s culinary landscape is shaped by regional variations in climate, history, local ingredients, and unique dining traditions.
6. Indonesian Cuisine - 4,57/5.0 Stars
Ranked sixth on the list of countries with the best cuisine in the world, the Indonesian archipelago stuns foreigners with its diverse and flavorful culinary delights. With an idyllic blend of spices, textures, and appetizing aromas, Indonesian cuisine has become a popular choice among food enthusiasts worldwide.
7. Mexican Cuisine - 4,56/5.0 Stars
Inscribed by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2010, Mexican cuisine is defined as a comprehensive cultural model comprising farming, ritual practices, age-old skills, culinary techniques, and ancestral community customs and manners, per the UNESCO official page. Renowned for its delightful taste, the majority of Mexican cuisine is based on corn, beans, chili peppers, squashes, tomatoes, avocados, cocoa, and vanilla.
8. French Cuisine - 4,55/5.0 Stars
French cuisine distinguishes itself from other culinary traditions through its mastery of refined cooking techniques, time-honored dining customs, use of premium ingredients, and exceptional methods that come together to provide iconic flavors found across the country’s diverse eateries.
9. Spanish Cuisine - 4,55/5.0 Stars
Much like Greek cuisine, Spanish food is part of the celebrated Mediterranean diet. With its exceptional quality, creative variety, and bold flavors, Spanish cuisine has gained worldwide recognition and become one of the country’s top tourist attractions. Signature dishes like Paella, Churros, Chorizo, and Bocadillos are among the many culinary treasures that define Spain’s rich food culture.
10. Peruvian Cuisine - 4,54/5.0 Stars
Situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains, Peru boasts a culinary offering that mostly includes fresh seafood, hearty grains, and potato varieties. Though Peruvian cuisine is often overlooked in comparison to other culinary traditions, exceptional dishes like Ceviche, Anticuchos, and Lomo Saltado have earned impressive ratings of more than 4 stars each.
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