List of European cuisines

== List of European cuisines ==

European cuisine, or alternatively Western cuisine, is a generalized term collectively referring to the cuisines of Europe and other Western countries. This article provides a comprehensive list of the various cuisines found across Europe.

Central European cuisine

Central European cuisine includes the culinary traditions of countries such as Germany, Austria, Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia. Notable dishes include:

• Schnitzel
• Goulash
• Pierogi
• Bratwurst
• Sachertorte

Eastern European cuisine

Eastern European cuisine encompasses the culinary practices of countries like Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Romania, and Bulgaria. Key dishes include:

• Borscht
• Pelmeni
• Sarmale
• Blini
• Shopska salad

Northern European cuisine

Northern European cuisine includes the food traditions of countries such as United Kingdom, Ireland, Scandinavia (Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland), and the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania). Popular dishes include:

• Fish and chips
• Haggis
• Smørrebrød
• Gravlax
• Rye bread

Southern European cuisine

Southern European cuisine covers the culinary traditions of countries like Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Turkey. Renowned dishes include:

• Pizza
• Paella
• Moussaka
• Risotto
• Baklava

Western European cuisine

Western European cuisine includes the food traditions of countries such as France, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Switzerland. Famous dishes include:

• Coq au vin
• Moules-frites
• Stroopwafel
• Raclette
• Quiche

Mediterranean cuisine

Mediterranean cuisine is a subset of Southern European cuisine and includes the culinary traditions of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, such as Italy, Spain, Greece, and Turkey. Key dishes include:

• Hummus
• Falafel
• Tzatziki
• Tapas
• Pasta

Balkan cuisine

Balkan cuisine includes the culinary traditions of countries in the Balkans, such as Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Albania. Notable dishes include:

• Ćevapi
• Burek
• Ajvar
• Sarma
• Baklava

Alpine cuisine

Alpine cuisine refers to the culinary traditions of the Alps region, including parts of France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and Austria. Popular dishes include:

• Fondue
• Raclette
• Polenta
• Käsespätzle
• Tartiflette

See also

• Cuisine
• List of cuisines
• European culture
• Mediterranean diet