Cuisine

Peking duck, dim sum, hotpot, noodles: Chinese cuisine unfolds in eight great regional traditions, from Cantonese delicacy to Sichuan fire.

The «gastronomic meal of the French» has been on UNESCO's intangible heritage list since 2010. Baguette, cheeses, pastry and great wines: a way of life in itself.

Moussaka, souvlaki, Greek salad, feta and olive oil: Greece is the cradle of the Mediterranean diet, listed by UNESCO. Simplicity, freshness and conviviality.

Curry, tandoori, thali, biryani, street food: Indian cuisine changes with every region. Spices, pulses and vegetarian cooking reach their peak here.

Pasta, risotto, pizza and gelato: Italian food is among the world's best loved. The art of the Neapolitan pizzaiolo has even been on the UNESCO list since 2017.

Sushi, ramen, tempura, kaiseki: Japanese cuisine, «washoku», has been on the UNESCO list since 2013. Precision, seasons and respect for the ingredient make it a world benchmark.

Tacos, mole, tamales, guacamole: traditional Mexican cuisine has been on the UNESCO list since 2010. Corn, chilli and beans have been its soul for millennia.

Tapas, paella, jamón ibérico, tortilla: Spanish food is meant to be shared. Every region has its specialities, from the Basque north to the Mediterranean coast.

Pad thai, tom yum, green curry, mango sticky rice: Thai cuisine strikes the perfect balance of sweet, salty, sour and spicy. Bangkok's street food is world-famous.

Phở, bánh mì, spring rolls, egg coffee: Vietnamese cuisine blends fresh herbs, fragrant broths and French heritage. Light and aromatic, it's best eaten on the street.