Harissa To Kimchi: 10 UNESCO-Recognized Foods From Around The World

By Nikita Toppo

Apart from world heritage sites, UNESCO also recognizes the traditional foods from different cuisines. Here are 10 such foods that are on the list of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Baguette Bread

This chewy and crispy bread from France was added to the list in the year 2022 due to the special skill its preparation demands.

Harissa

This spicy chilli-pepper seasoning from Tunisian cuisine made to the list in 2022.

Joumou Soup

Made from vegetables, meat, pasta and spices, this Haiti soup was selected for the list in 2021.

Oshi Palav

Made with vegetables, rice, meat and spices, this wholesome dish from Tajikistan was picked for the list in the year 2016.

Arabic Coffee

Popular in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Omen and Qatar, this beverage made with cardamom and ginger was added to the list in 2015.

Lavash

This traditional thin bread from Armenia was selected for the list in 2014.

Kimchi

This traditional Korean side dish made with fermented cabbage or radish is also a part of the list.

Ftira

Ftira is a sourdough bread from Malta that was selected for the list in 2020.

Neapolitan ‘Pizzaiuolo’

Neapolitan ‘Pizzaiuolo’ or pizza-makers from Italy made to the list in 2017 due to its complex baking process that often involves three bakers.

Dolma

This traditional meal prepared with meat, onion and rice from Azerbaijan was selected for the list in 2017.