Around the World in 80 Dishes: National and Signature Dishes, Stories, and Traditions from the Embassies of Washington, D.C.

Discover the World Through 80 Extraordinary Dishes

What if you could explore the cultures, histories, and traditions of 80 countries without ever leaving your kitchen?

Around the World in 80 Dishes - Volume 1 invites readers on a remarkable culinary journey through national and signature dishes representing countries across six major regions of the world. Inspired by the rich cultural exchanges of Washington, D.C.'s diplomatic community, this beautifully illustrated cookbook brings international flavors, captivating stories, and treasured food traditions to the home kitchen.

From fragrant Moroccan chicken tagine and Ethiopian doro wat to Japanese sushi, Indian biryani, Italian carbonara, Mexican chiles en nogada, and Texas smoked brisket, every dish tells a story about the people and places that made it special.

Inside this international cookbook, readers will discover:

• 80 signature dishes from 80 countries, celebrating the diversity of global cuisine.
• Authentic culinary histories exploring the origins, cultural significance, and traditions behind beloved national dishes.
• Practical, home-friendly recipes featuring ingredients, preparation instructions, cooking times, and serving information.
• Helpful cooking tips and substitutions that make international ingredients and techniques more accessible to American home cooks.
• Beautiful food photography showcasing the character and presentation of each dish.
• Cultural insights and traditional words of wisdom highlighting the connections between food, family, hospitality, and national identity.

Organized geographically, the collection travels through Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, the Middle East and Central Asia, and North America.

More than a cookbook, Around the World in 80 Dishes celebrates food as a universal language that connects people across borders. Each recipe offers an opportunity to discover a new culture, appreciate a time-honored tradition, and share something extraordinary around the table.

Edited by Rose Hong and published by Global Discover Media in support of the Global Humanities Foundation, this first volume of The Embassy Collections brings the spirit of cultural diplomacy into kitchens everywhere.

Eighty countries. Eighty dishes. One unforgettable journey around the world.