The World in Pizza

It’s no secret that most Americans love pizza! A favorite food of the old and young, pizza parlors are on every corner. In some parts of the country deep dish is king, in others wood-fired crust is all the rage. Don’t forget about the ever-convenient pizza by the slice!

Whether you are a lover or a hater, you can’t deny pizza knows no national boundaries. These 10 pizzas from around the world are sure to make your stomach growl, and give you some ideas to spice up your next pizza night. From French fries to gold, no ingredient is off the table!

On that note, our frozen pizza is ready

Mochi pizza

Mochi pizza is a Japanese twist on the traditional pie. Instead of the customary dough, mochi cakes are used to form the crust. For those who do not know, mochi is a slightly sweet, short-grained rice pounded into cakes. Inspired by the margherita pizza, mochi pizza is topped with seaweed, ketchup, and tofu.

The best place to find this dish is at Strawberry Cones, a pizza chain in Japan famous for their mochi dough. If you can’t fly to Japan, learn how to make your own mochi pizza.

Image via TimeOut

SHARE ON

Advertisement

Cultured Palate: Dishes from Iran

Iranian cuisine uses a myriad of spices, dried and fresh fruits, herbs, and nuts to flavor dishes. These ingredients turn even the simplest meal of rice and stewed meat into a sensory explosion.

Around the World in Holiday Baking

Every December, millions of pounds of butter, sugar, and flour contribute to the creation of spectacular treats for holiday celebrations. Even if you’re not ordinarily a baker, many people venture into the kitchen before the holidays to make sure that they’ve got plenty of treats to offer to family and friends.

The Most Unusual McDonald’s Menu Items from Around the World

If you’re a fast-food connoisseur, chances are you’re already familiar with the McDonald’s menu that’s typical in North America. They bring in new choices fairly frequently. However, most people stick with their usual order of Big Macs, Quarter Pounders, fries, McFlurries, and Apple Pies. It’s familiar food, and the bulk of the menu is essentially…