ZOOM IN ON THE FLAVOURS OF AMERICAN CUISINE
Travelling to the USA has never been easier, thanks toESTA! You no longer need a visa to enjoy sublime beaches, discover breathtaking national parks or learn more about American culture and try typical American dishes! Far from clichés about American cuisine, we’d like to introduce you to the many flavors found in the United States.
OVERVIEW OF THE AMERICAN KITCHEN
American cuisine is too often associated with greasy food, without refinement and good manners. It’s much more varied than you might think, drawing inspiration from all the flavors of the world! Whether you travel to New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles or any other American city, a typical dish will delight your taste buds!
THE MUST-HAVE SNACKS
There’s no denying it: Americans love to eat whenever they want, and fast. That’s why there’s a huge choice of fast-food restaurants on every street corner, as well as food trucks preparing express recipes. Let yourself be tempted by :
- the famous XXL burgers with their liter of soda, fries, ketchup and mayonnaise;
- hot dogs;
- fried preparations such as chicken wings or onion rings;
- more basic sandwiches such as the BLT with bacon, lettuce and tomato, bagels or grilled cheese.
American cuisine isn’t just about snacks on the go – find out more in the rest of this article!
THE DISHES
Don’t like American street food and fast food? Don’t worry, there’s something for everyone! You can sample many traditional American dishes:
- ribs and spare ribs;
- mac and cheese: a clever blend of puff pastry and lots and lots of cheese;
- Thanksgiving stuffed turkey;
- Caesar salad, potato salad or coleslaw (a salad of raw cabbage, carrots and onions);
- meatloaf;
- chicken pot pie;
- the pot roast, the cousin on the other side of the Atlantic of our famous pot-au-feu ;
- hashbrowns, grated potato pancakes.
SWEET SIDE
In the USA, in the American kitchen, you have access to a panoply of desserts and snacks with fruit, chocolate, peanut butter, there’s bound to be one for you! Here’s a quick look at some of the sweet treats you can find on American soil:
- COOKIES ;
- brownie;
- brookie, a mix of brownie and cookie;
- cupcake;
- the muffin ;
- pancakes and maple syrup;
- CHEESECAKE;
- pecan pie and apple pie;
- donut ;
- marshmallows;
- and the banana split…
AMERICAN SPECIALTIES FOR EVERY REGION
The United States covers a vast territory and is made up of 50 states. American specialties are therefore very numerous, as they vary according to region and cultural influence.
HEARTY DISHES FROM THE NORTH-EAST
If you like British food, you’ll love the North East. You can enjoy Yankee pot roast with baked beans or Brunswick stew.
THE HEALTHY TREND IS FIRMLY ESTABLISHED IN CALIFORNIA
With the heat and bright sunshine, Californians enjoy fresh food based on fruits, vegetables and seafood. Proof that it’s possible to eat healthily in the USA!
SOUTH-WESTERN SPICES
Not far from Mexico, locals enjoy chili con carne, tortillas, tacos, nachos and barbecues.
COOKING FROM THE HEART IN THE SOUTHERN USA
More commonly known as Soul food, Southern American specialties are said to nourish the soul with fried dishes. Meat plays an important role in gastronomy, and is often cooked at low temperatures after marinating.
On the other hand, in New Orleans, which is also in the South, the influences are different, with a mix of French, Spanish and African culture.
You can choose your destination for your trip to the United States based on the gourmet recipes of American cuisine!