Best Regional

Mexican cuisine is a vibrant and flavorful blend of indigenous traditions and Spanish influences. From the iconic tacos to the complex mole sauces, Mexican food offers a diverse range of tastes and textures. The use of corn as a staple ingredient creates dishes that are both hearty and satisfying. R...

This vintage cookbook, “The Cuisines of Mexico,” provides a foundational understanding of Mexican cooking. It explores diverse regional traditions from Yucatán to Oaxaca, detailing ingredients and techniques central to the country’s culinary history. Originally compiled with Diana Kennedy's expertis...

Big Bob Gibson's White Sauce is a regional barbecue condiment originating from Decatur, Alabama. It was developed in 1925 by Robert "Big Bob" Gibson, the founder of Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q. Unlike most American barbecue sauces, which are tomato or vinegar-based, this sauce uses a mayonnaise and vineg...

Diana Kennedy is a legendary figure in Mexican cuisine, and her 'The Essential Cuisines of Mexico' is a monumental work. It's a deep dive into the regional specialties of Mexico, with meticulous recipes and detailed explanations of ingredients and techniques. While demanding for beginners, it's an i...

David Sterling's “Yucatan: Recipes from a Culinary Expedition” offers a detailed look at the cuisine of the Yucatán Peninsula. The book documents Sterling’s extensive research, resulting in authentic recipes reflecting regional ingredients and time-honored preparation methods. It is notable for its...

Graeter's Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip is the best-known flavor from Graeter's, a Cincinnati, Ohio ice cream company founded in 1870 that uses a small-batch French pot process producing notably large chocolate chips.

Diana Kennedy’s *Oaxaca al Gusto* offers an unparalleled exploration of Oaxacan cuisine. This extensive cookbook details over two hundred recipes rooted in generations of tradition. It provides thorough insights into regional ingredients and cooking methods, making it invaluable for serious home coo...

Paul Vidal de la Blache was a French geographer who lived from 1845 to 1918 and played a central role in establishing academic human geography in France. His work emphasized the interaction between environments, historical circumstances, and human choices, an approach later associated with possibili...

"Land of Plenty" is a cookbook by British food writer Fuchsia Dunlop, published in 2001, focusing on the cuisine of China's Sichuan province. The book draws on Dunlop's training at the Sichuan Institute of Higher Cuisine in Chengdu, documenting recipes and techniques from the region. It is noted for...

"Gran Cocina Latina: The Food of Latin America" is a comprehensive cookbook written by chef and culinary historian Maricel E. Presilla, published in 2012. The 901-page reference work synthesizes the major regional cuisines of Latin America, covering ingredients, techniques, and historical contexts f...

The Staatstheater Stuttgart is a publicly supported performing arts institution in Stuttgart, Germany, comprising separate opera, ballet, and drama companies. Its principal complex includes the opera house, opened in 1912 as part of the former Royal Court Theatres and designed by Max Littmann. The i...

Rick Bayless's *Mexican Kitchen* provides a detailed study of Mexican culinary traditions. It explores diverse regional dishes focusing on authentic recipes and established techniques. The book is valuable for serious home cooks and aspiring chefs interested in learning about complex Mexican flavors...

Wang Shu is a contemporary Chinese architect recognized for his innovative approach to design. He leads Amateur Architecture Studio and pioneered the use of traditional craft techniques and site-specific reuse within his projects. His work frequently incorporates vernacular materials and responds di...

Shogi is a traditional Japanese strategy game resembling chess. It’s notable for its ‘drop’ rule: captured pieces can be redeployed by their owner as new units. This creates dynamic gameplay and strategic complexity. The game is popular within Japan and among those interested in alternative board ga...

Rogelio Salmona (1923-2003) was a significant Colombian architect primarily recognized for his innovative use of brick and fluid, curving designs. His work, particularly in Bogotá, responded to the region’s climate and culture. Salmona's projects, including the Torres del Parque, addressed housing n...

The Guthrie Theater is a professional repertory theater in Minneapolis, founded in 1963 by British director Sir Tyrone Guthrie. Its original thrust stage, designed by Ralph Rapson, became a model for the American regional theater movement. In 2006 the company moved to a new three-venue facility on t...

Emilian cuisine represents a distinct culinary tradition from Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. It is known for its emphasis on fresh pasta varieties such as tagliatelle and tortellini, frequently paired with regional specialties like prosciutto, Parmesan cheese, and traditional balsamic vinegar. This...

Thai street food represents the heart of Thai cuisine vibrant, flavorful dishes served from bustling carts and stalls. Known for its bold use of chilies, fragrant herbs like lemongrass and galangal, and complex spice blends, it offers an authentic taste of Thailand's diverse regional specialties. F...

Fave e cicoria is a traditional dish from the Apulia region of southern Italy, consisting of a smooth puree of dried fava beans paired with sautéed bitter chicory. Rooted in the region's peasant cooking tradition known as cucina povera, the recipe relies on inexpensive, locally sourced ingredients l...

Carl Ritter was a German geographer whose work helped establish geography as a modern academic discipline during the 19th century. He held a geography professorship at the University of Berlin and, alongside Alexander von Humboldt, promoted the systematic study of relationships among landscape, envi...

John Bartlett (1820–1905) was an American bookseller and publisher who owned the Harvard Cooperative bookstore in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He is best known for compiling Bartlett's Familiar Quotations, an extensive reference work of passages, phrases, and proverbs that was first published in 1855....

Sichuan cuisine originates from southwestern China offering a distinctive culinary experience. It’s notable for utilizing bold spices like chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns creating a unique ‘mala’ flavor profile – a numbing and spicy sensation. This regional style is particularly appealing to t...

Rick Bayless’s “Mexico One Plate at a Time” offers a deep dive into classic Mexican home-cooking. The cookbook explores culinary traditions from various regions of Mexico, detailing recipes and highlighting unique ingredients and techniques. It is particularly useful for those interested in authenti...

Spain: The Cookbook by José Andrés and team offers a vibrant and contemporary look at Spanish cuisine. Featuring recipes from renowned chefs across the country, it showcases both classic dishes and innovative interpretations. The stunning photography and detailed introductions to each region provide...

Oaxaca al Gusto is a comprehensive 2010 cookbook authored by British-Mexican food writer Diana Kennedy, detailing the regional cuisine of the Mexican state of Oaxaca. The book systematically categorizes dishes by the state's distinct geographic regions, such as the Isthmus of Tehuantepec and the Mix...

Élisée Reclus was a French geographer, writer, and anarchist who lived from 1830 to 1905. He wrote the 19 volume Nouvelle Géographie Universelle, an extensive survey describing the physical and human geography of regions throughout the world. His geographical writing connected landscapes with human...

The Conservatoire national supérieur musique et danse de Lyon (CNSMD Lyon) is a French higher education institution dedicated to the performing arts. Established in 1980, it is one of only two national higher conservatories in France, the other being located in Paris. The institution provides advanc...

This cookbook offers a detailed exploration of Greek cuisine. Diane Kochilas presents a substantial collection of recipes spanning Greece’s diverse regions. It focuses on traditional methods and authentic ingredients, providing valuable insight into centuries-old culinary practices. The book is suit...

Dobutsu Shogi, also marketed as "Let's Catch the Lion," is a simplified variant of the traditional Japanese board game shogi, released in 2009. Created by professional shogi player Madoka Kitao, the game is played on a 3x4 grid and uses wooden animal figures such as lions, giraffes, elephants, and c...