Western European Cuisine
The cuisine of Western Europe is the food of countries such as Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. The cuisine of the region shares some similarities and many differences as well. Many German recipes reflect the long standing German tradition of preserving foods. Smoking, curing, pickling and salting of foods … Keep Reading → is common in Germany and can be found in well-known foods such as sauerkraut, pickled herring, and sauerbraten. German cuisine has always featured rich and hearty meat based recipes; with pork, beef, and wild game being very popular. The food of Austria and the German part of Switzerland share many similarities with that of Germany. The French part of Switzerland owes much of its food traditions to the classic food of France. Few countries in the world are more respected for their cuisine than France. French food places a heavy emphasis on meat dishes and goes to great lengths to create sauces that enhance the flavor of any type of meat. France is also known for its legendary wines, which are enjoyed all over the world.
