Special Karahi With Naan.

Special Karahi With Naan.

By Alisha Aamir.

Balochi cuisine is the food and cuisine of the Baloch people from the Balochistan region, comprising the Pakistani Balochistan province, the Sistan and Baluchestan Province in Iran and Balochistan, Afghanistan. Baloch food has a regional variance in contrast to the many cuisines of Pakistan and Iran.

Special Pizza With Extra Cheese.

Special Pizza With Extra Cheese.

By Alisha Aamir.

 The American colonial diet varied depending on the region settled. Commonly hunted game included deer, bear, bison, and wild turkey.

Special Spaghetti.

Special Spaghetti.

By Alisha Aamir.

When the colonists came to the colonies, they farmed animals for clothing and meat in a similar fashion to what they had done in Europe. They had cuisine similar to their previous Dutch, Swedish, French and British cuisines.

Cheese Burgers And Fries.

Cheese Burgers And Fries.

By Alisha Aamir.

Pakistani dishes are known for having aromatic and sometimes spicy flavors. Some dishes contain liberal amounts of oil, which contribute to a richer, fuller mouthfeel and flavour. Brown cardamom, green cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, mace, and black pepper are the most commonly used spices in the making of a wide variety of dishes throughout Pakistan.

Special Nuggets.

Special Nuggets.

By Alisha Aamir.

A food classification system that categorised any item as saatvic, raajsic, or taamsic developed in Yoga tradition. The Bhagavad Gita proscribes certain dietary practices (chapter 17, verses 8–10). Consumption of beef is taboo, due to cows being considered sacred in Hinduism. Beef is generally not eaten by Hindus in India except for Kerala, parts of southern Tamil Nadu and the north east.

Special Barbecue.

Special Barbecue.

By Alisha Aamir.

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Special Mandi.

Special Mandi.

By Alisha Aamir

Pakistanis focus on other types of meat, such as beef, chicken and fish, with vegetables, as well as traditional fruit and dairy. The influence of Central Asian, South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine in Pakistani food is ubiquitous.

Special Jaleebi.

Special Jaleebi.

By Alisha Aamir

The cuisine is also influenced by centuries of Islamic rule, particularly the Mughal rule. Samosas and pilafs can be regarded as examples.

Dosa And Itli.

Dosa And Itli.

By Alisha Aamir.

Early diet in India mainly consisted of legumes, vegetables, fruits, grains, dairy products, and honey.[citation needed] Staple foods eaten today include a variety of lentils (dal), whole-wheat flour (aṭṭa), rice, and pearl millet (bājra), which has been cultivated in the Indian subcontinent since 6200 BCE. Over time, segments of the population embraced vegetarianism during the Śramaṇa movement] while an equitable climate permitted a variety of fruits, vegetables, and grains to be grown throughout the year.

Cake Fries Etc.

Cake Fries Etc.

By Alisha Aamir

The arrival of Islam (اسلام) within the Indian subcontinent, influenced the local cuisine to a great degree. Since Muslims are forbidden to eat pork (سور) or consume alcohol, halal (حلال) dietary guidelines are strictly observed. 

Special Break Fast.

Special Break Fast.

By Alisha Aamir.

 The European settlement of the Americas introduced a number of ingredients, spices, herbs, and cooking styles to the continent. The various styles of cuisine continued expanding well into the 19th and 20th centuries, proportional to the influx of immigrants from many different nations; this influx nurtured a rich diversity in food preparation throughout the country.

Special Cheese Burger.

Special Cheese Burger.

By Alisha Aamir.

The arrival of Islam (اسلام) within the Indian subcontinent, influenced the local cuisine to a great degree. Since Muslims are forbidden to eat pork (سور) or consume alcohol, halal (حلال) dietary guidelines are strictly observed. Pakistanis focus on other types of meat, such as beef, chicken and fish, with vegetables, as well as traditional fruit and dairy.

Cron Dogs.

Cron Dogs.

By Alisha Aamir.

Early Native Americans utilized a number of cooking methods in early American cuisine that have been blended with early European cooking methods to form the basis of what is now American cuisine

Special Pizza.

Special Pizza.

By Alisha Aamir.

American cuisine reflects the history of the United States, blending the culinary contributions of various groups of people from around the world, including indigenous American Indians, African Americans, Asians, Europeans, Pacific Islanders, and South Americans

Karachi Special Pori With Halwa.

Karachi Special Pori With Halwa.

By Alisha Aamir

 However, given the diversity of the people of Pakistan, cuisines generally differ from home to home and may be different from the mainstream Pakistani cuisine.

Special Fish Fry.

Special Fish Fry.

By Alisha Aamir.

The arrival of Islam (اسلام) within the Indian subcontinent, influenced the local cuisine to a great degree. Since Muslims are forbidden to eat pork (سور) or consume alcohol, halal (حلال) dietary guidelines are strictly observed. Pakistanis focus on other types of meat, such as beef, chicken and fish, with vegetables, as well as traditional fruit and dairy. The influence of Central Asian, South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine in Pakistani food is ubiquitous.[citation needed]

Special Cholay.

Special Cholay.

By Alisha Aamir.

Main article: History of Indian cuisine

Indian cuisine reflects an 8,000-year history of various groups and cultures interacting with the Indian subcontinent, leading to diversity of flavours and regional cuisines found in modern-day India. Later, trade with British and Portuguese influence added to the already diverse Indian cuisine.

Mix Sweets.

By Alisha Aamir.

In the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, feasts using mountains of spiced rice combined with pieces of slowly roasted lamb are often served for guests of honour. These kind of pulaos often contain dried fruit, nuts, and whole spices such as cloves, saffron and cardamom. Kabuli Palaw is very popular in Pashtun dominated regions in Western Pakistan. Such rice dishes have their origins in Central Asia and the Middle East.

Special Eid Sheer Kurma.

Special Eid Sheer Kurma.

 

By Alisha Aamir.

Kheer made of roasted seviyaan (vermicelli) instead of rice is popular during Eid ul-Fitr. Gajraila is a sweet made from grated carrots, boiled in milk, sugar, and green cardamom, topped with nuts and dried fruit. It is popular in Pakistan, as well as in other parts of South Asia, including Afghanistan.

Special Chowmein.

Special Chowmein.

By Alisha Aamir.

The expansion of Han culture from the upland stretches of the Yellow River across a huge and expanding geographical area with climate zones ranging from the tropical to the subarctic, each providing new ingredients and indigenous cooking traditions;

Special Jalebi.

Special Jalebi.

By Alisha Aamir.

International cuisine and fast food are popular in the cities. Blending local and foreign recipes (fusion food), such as Pakistani Chinese cuisine, is common in large urban centers. Furthermore, as a result of lifestyle changes, ready made masala mixes (mixed and ready to use spices) are becoming increasingly popular. 

Special Pizza.

Special Pizza.

By Alisha Aamir.

International cuisine and fast food are popular in the cities. Blending local and foreign recipes (fusion food), such as Pakistani Chinese cuisine, is common in large urban centers. Furthermore, as a result of lifestyle changes, ready made masala mixes (mixed and ready to use spices) are becoming increasingly popular. However, given the diversity of the people of Pakistan, cuisines generally differ from home to home and may be different from the mainstream Pakistani cuisine.

Pure Chines Food.

Pure Chines Food.

By Alisha Aamir.

” Over the course of history, he says, "continuity vastly outweighs change." He explains basic organizing principles which go back to earliest times and give a continuity to the food tradition, principally that a normal meal is made up of grains and other starches （simplified Chinese:  traditional Chinese:

Tandoor Chicken With Naan.

Tandoor Chicken With Naan.

 By Alisha Aamir.

Spices were bought from India and traded around Europe and Asia. Indian cuisine has influenced other cuisines across the world, especially those from Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, the British Isles, Fiji, and the Caribbean.

Special Dosa And Cold Drink.

Special Dosa And Cold Drink.

By Alisha Aamir.

 Given the range of diversity in soil type, climate, culture, ethnic groups, and occupations, these cuisines vary substantially from each other and use locally available spices, herbs, vegetables, and fruits.

Special Nodles.

Special Nodles.

By Alisha Aamir.

The history of Chinese cuisine is marked by both variety and change. The archaeologist and scholar Kwang-chih Chang says “Chinese people are especially preoccupied with food” and “food is at the center of, or at least it accompanies or symbolizes, many social interactions.

Special Bar.B.Q.

Special Bar.B.Q.  

By Alisha Aamir.

International cuisine and fast food are popular in the cities. Blending local and foreign recipes (fusion food), such as Pakistani Chinese cuisine, is common in large urban centers.

Stick Boti And Salid.

Stick Boti And Salid.

By Alisha Aamir.

Kashmiri cuisine is the cuisine of the Kashmir Valley region. Rice is the staple food of Kashmiris and has been so since ancient times. Meat (chicken, mutton, beef, or fish), along with rice, is the most popular food item in Kashmir. Kashmiris consume meat voraciously.

Special Sandwich.

Special Sandwich.

By Alisha Aamir.

Pakistani national cuisine is the inheritor of Indo-Aryan and Iranic culture and Muslim culinary traditions. The earliest formal civilizations were the Mohenjo-daro  and Harappan civilizations in Pakistan

Special Vegetable Roll.

Special Vegetable Roll.

By Alisha Aamir.

Pakistani national cuisine is the inheritor of Indo-Aryan and Iranic culture and Muslim culinary traditions.

Special Seekh Kabab.

Special Seekh Kabab. 

By Alisha Aamir.

Pakistanis generally eat three meals a day, which are breakfast, lunch, and dinner. During the evening, many families have tea, which goes along with baked/fried snacks from a local bakery (or prepared at home

Gulab Jamun.

Gulab Jamun.

By Alisha Aamir.

Popular desserts include Peshawari ice cream, sheer khurma, qulfi, falooda, kheer, feerni, zarda, shahi tukray and rabri. Sweetmeats are consumed on various festive occasions in Pakistan. 

Special Dosa

Special Dosa

By Alisha Aamir.

 Indian food is also heavily influenced by religion, in particular Hindu, cultural choices and traditions.

Special Fish Fry.

Special Fish Fry.

By Alisha Aamir.

 Because of this reason, they are typically not served to guests who are invited for dinner or during special occasions

Pure Indian Food.

Pure Indian Food.

By Alisha Aamir.

Historical events such as foreign invasions, trade relations, and colonialism have played a role in introducing certain foods to this country

Special Haleem And Badami Kulfi.

Special Haleem And Badami Kulfi.

By Alisha Aamir.

. Cuisine from the western and northern provinces of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the Tribal Areas are characterized as "mild" which is characteristic of flavors of the Central Asian region.

Aaloo Samosas With Red Chatni.

Aaloo Samosas With Red Chatni.

By Alisha Aamir.

A given snack may be part of a local culture, and its preparation and popularity can vary from place to place.

Special Spicy Biryani.

Special Spicy Biryani.

By Alisha Aamir.

Cuisine from the eastern provinces of Punjab and Sindh are characterized as "highly seasoned" and "spicy", which is characteristic of flavors of the Indian subcontinent

Special Indian Punjabi Food.

Special Indian Punjabi Food.

By Alisha Aamir.

 Given the range of diversity in soil type, climate, culture, ethnic groups, and occupations, these cuisines vary substantially from each other and use locally available spices, herbs, vegetables, and fruits.

Pure Indian Vegetarain Food.

Pure Indian Vegetarain Food.

By Alisha Aamir.

Indian cuisine consists of a wide variety of regional and traditional cuisines native to the Indian subcontinent.

Aaloo Kabab With Green Chatni.

Aaloo Kabab With Green Chatni.

By Alisha Aamir.

Lahori Beef Karahi, usually served with freshly made 

In Pakistan, main courses are usually served with wheat bread (either roti or naan) or rice. Salad is generally taken as a side dish with the main course, rather than as an appetizer beforehand.

Special Gol Gappe And Spicy Chatni.

Special Gol Gappe And Spicy Chatni.

By Alisha Aamir.

Pakistani snacks comprise food items in Pakistan that are quick to prepare, spicy, usually fried, and eaten in the evening or morning with tea or with any one of the meals as a side dish. 

Special Yellow Daal.

Special Yellow Daal.

By Alisha Aamir.

Various kinds of pulses or legumes, make up an important part of Pakistani cuisine. While lentils (called daal) and chickpeas (called channa) are popular ingredients in homestyle cooking, they are traditionally considered to be inexpensive food sources.

Chapli Kabab And Green Chatni.

Chapli Kabab And Green Chatni.

By Alisha Aamir.

Pakistani cuisine  can be characterized by a blend of various regional cooking traditions of the Indian subcontinent, Central Asia as well as elements from its Mughal legacy. 

Cake And Hot Chicken Roll And Salid .

Cake And Hot Chicken Roll And Salid .

By Alisha Aamir.

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