In some countries, fast food means burgers and fries. In Turkey, it means , pine nuts, tomatoes and fresh herbs. If you prefer the sound of the latter, check out these recipes from Ainsley Harriott’s . Then book yourself a plane ticket.
Aromatic rice-stuffed mussels (midye dolma) Source: Alan Benson
Despite what Aussie-Thai eateries would have you believe, the word ‘satay’ isn’t synonymous with ‘creamy peanut butter-like sauce’. There are countless variations across Southeast Asia – this one pairs – and the dish is thought to have roots in the Middle Eastern kebab.
Pork satay with chilli dipping sauce Source: John Laurie
And who couldn’t forget the street eat sweet-star – Spain’s sugar-sprinkled and deftly deep-fried ? Traditionally seved for breakfast, these doughnuts have become a market mainstay day and night. Serve with or .
Cinnamon sugar churros with a bitter sweet chocolate sauce Source: Petrina Tinslay
The best is often found at hole-in-the-wall locales which would be inconspicuous, were it not for snaking lines of hungry lunch-ers. Combining a crispy baguette with pork pâté, pickles, chilli and fresh herbs, this Vietnamese sandwich is one to write home about.
Bánh mì thit Source: Alan Benson
Dumplings hold a special place in the heart of our Polish peeps. Mushroom, pork and cabbage are all popular fillings, but the potato, cheese and onion combo (known as ) is arguably the nation’s favourite.
Source: Feast / John Laurie
Don’t be fooled (or put off) by its name – we can assure you no bunnies were harmed in the making of this South African specialty. is actually a carved-out bread loaf filled with bean curry and carrot salad. Created in Durban in the 1940s, “bunnies” remain popular a popular takeaway snack today.
Source: Christopher Ireland
This refreshing fruit and shaved ice dessert is deservedly popular in its homeland, the Philippines. You can taper with the recipe to suit your tastes, but halo-halo often contains jelly and ice-cream elements, cooked chickpeas, chopped peanuts and any number of seasonal fruits. Here’s .
