Submitted To : Sir Hassan
Submitted By : syeda Mahwish sajid (THM Evening 29)
Types Of Cuisines
Cuisine
A cuisine is a style of cooking characterized by
distinctive ingredients, techniques and
dishes, and usually associated with a specific
culture or geographic region.
A cuisine is primarily influenced by the ingredients that
are available locally or through trade. Religious food laws
such as Islamic and Jewish dietary laws, can also
exercise a strong
influence on cuisine. Regional food
preparation traditions, customs and ingredients often
combine to create dishes unique to a particular region
Cuisine
• Italian
• Spanish
• French
• Indonesian
• Mexican
• Japanese
• Turkey
• Indian
• Thai
• Chinese
Italian Cuisine
Italian cuisine has developed through centuries of social
and political changes, with roots as far back in antiquity.
Italian cuisine is noted for its regional diversity
,abundance of difference in taste, and it is probably the
most popular in the world .Italian cuisine is characterized
by its simplicity, with many dishes having only four to
eight ingredients . Cheese and wine are a major part of the
cuisine.
Spanish
People generally turn to Spanish food when they
want something light and leafy. It is famous for
meat, fish and leafy vegetables. Spain is also
known for the amazing wines made up of fruits;
sangria is one which always goes with every kind
of food. Spanish food offers a typical
Mediterranean diet.
French
French was one of the first world
cuisines that traveled well beyond its
home country’s borders. French food
ranges from rustic and hearty to the very
finest, theatrical, almost art-like Michelin
Star style and no French meal would be
complete without bread, cheese and
wine.
Indonesian
Indonesian cuisine is perhaps one of the most diverse in the
world. It’s appreciated all over and has been influenced by India
Spain, Middle-East, China, Portugal and Japan. This ethnic diversity is clearly
reflected in the kind of food the Indonesian people make. The
delicious food is rich in spices, coconut, peanuts, rice
Ex. Sambal , Bakso
Mexican Cuisine
Mexican cuisine contains everything from spicy and sweet to sour. It is
as complex as Chinese or French. It’s the combination of different
flavors that makes Mexican food a favorite for many. The food is
famous for variety of spices and colorful decoration. Mexican food,
perhaps, makes use of the largest number of chili peppers, mostly for
flavors and not heat.
Ex. Elote Mole
Japanese
Soup, rice, noodles, sushi, meat and tofu — Japan has
limited number of dishes but the way it has dominated
the world says everything about its taste. Japanese
cuisine is popular because it is low in fat and light to
digest. Many ingredients are used in dishes that are
simply not found in other cuisines. The mastery of
Japanese food relies on the freshest ingredients
meticulously prepared. Seasonality is also a major
factor in Japanese cuisine
Turkey
Turkish people cook every single vegetable in the
world and in the tastiest way possible. Due to
proximity of this place to the sea, it has some seafood
influence, too. Turkey is also renowned for the
desserts people make here, and to everyone’s surprise
the desserts are free of sugar. They use different
flavors to make deserts sweet, healthy and tasty.
Indian
It is deemed as the most diverse and one of the most popular
cuisines in the world. Diversity in food is almost in direct
proportion to the diversity in the language, customs and cultures
in this country. Indian dishes can be divided into four main parts:
Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern. Most Indian food items
have been inspired by Vedic, Jain and Buddhist beliefs. Some
dishes were also introduced by foreign invaders, rulers and
merchants
Thai
Thai food is one of the most popular cuisines in the world and is liked for its
distinct and strong flavors. Thai food is healthy; a lot of green vegetables and
herbs are used in it. ... It is a blend of sweet, bitter, sour and salty flavors.
Chinese
Chinese cuisine is rich in taste, light in eating and often less expensive. The history of this
cuisine can really stretch over to several thousand years.
The staple foods of Chinese cooking include rice, noodles, vegetables, and sauces and
seasonings.
Japanese Cuisine
Soup, rice, noodles, sushi, meat and tofu — Japan has limited number of
dishes but the way it has dominated the world says everything about its
taste. Japanese cuisine is popular because it is low in fat and light to
digest. Many ingredients are used in dishes that are simply not found in
other cuisines. The mastery of Japanese food relies on the freshest
ingredients meticulously prepared. Seasonality is also a major factor in
Japanese cuisine.
THANK
YOU!
Syeda Mahwish Sajid
29 | Evening
