Chuchvara is found in the cuisines of Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan. In essence, they are the same as Russian pelmeni, only without pork and half the size - or even very small. Minced meat, as in other Central Asian ideas on the theme of pelmeni, is used chopped , often cumin or caraway seeds are added to it. Chuchvara is boiled in a fragrant lamb broth and served in it, seasoned with ayran, vinegar or a sauce of hot peppers and tomatoes. Less often, chuchvara is fried.

Pavlova", a meringue dessert, invented either in Australia or New Zealand in honor of Anna Pavlova - and spread throughout the world.

For a wedding in Armenia, they always prepare ghapama - fruit pilaf in a pumpkin pot. This dish is considered a symbol of abundance, and apples, raisins, dates, and any other dried fruits are added to it. Ghapama is served cut into slices and opened like a flower.

One of the best soups in Russian cuisine. Simple and easy chicken soup. Always especially good in winter.

Thai massaman curry is more spicy than hot: it has cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg. This is not typical for Thailand, and this curry is called "children's" here. There is a theory that this type of curry came to Thailand from Iranian cuisine, but the fish sauce in the composition is a purely Thai feature.