Top 10 Spanish Foods To Try

DISH # 09 SPANISH CHICKEN PAELLA

This rice-based Valencian dish is well known internationally, and comes in many variations that equally vie for attention. The traditional version is a mixture of chicken or rabbit (or both), white and green beans and other vegetables, but mixed seafood is also common, where you will find an array of seafood suprises among the flavoursome rice – calamari, mussels, clams, prawns, scampi or fish, for example. For the adventurous, a black rice stained by octopus ink is a must try. Fiduea is also tasty, and uses a small curly pasta instead of rice.

Here is the recipe of Spanish Chicken Paella.

Thai Top 10 Foods To Try

DISH # 01 THAI GREEN PAPAYA SALAD

This green papaya salad, also known as "som tam", is popular the world over, and when you taste it you'll know why. The slightly tart flavor of the green papaya combines wonderfully with the spice of red chili and the saltiness of fish sauceand the sweetness of honey (note that it can also be made vegetarian/vegan - see recipe). Green papaya salad is a beautifully unique and flavor-filled dish that will make a great impression. It's also easy to make, low-calorie, and very nutritious.

Here is the recipe of Thai Green Papaya Salad.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 01 ITALIAN CHICKEN PARMIGAINA

A classic dish that also works as a sub sandwich. Virtually anything breaded and deep-fried with melted cheese is going to be a hit.

Here is the recipe of Italian Chicken Parmigain.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 02 ITALIAN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

One of the heavier Italian sauces, a creamy alfredo sauce sticks best to wide noodles like fettuccini. While store-bought packages don't do the dish justice, one can find the best alfredo-style sauces at Al Fresco Ristorante at 11710 Jefferson Ave. in Newport News.

Here is the recipe of Italian Fettuccine Alfredo.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 03 ITALIAN LASAGNA

A classic dish, lasagna is a conglomeration of ingredients that reflect the taste of the person making it. The best lasagnas are home-made and include plenty of ground beef, sausage, ricotta, mozzarella and parmesean cheeses.

Here is the recipe of Italian Lasagna.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH  # 04 LINGUINE WITH CLAM SAUCE

Clam sauces vary, but the best examples of this dish come in a garlic and oil sauce and use whole clams. Il Giardino's at 910 Atlantic Ave. has Linguine alla Vongole, the best local take on this meal.

Here is the recipe of Linguine With Clam Sauce.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 05 ITALIAN VEAL MARSALA

A good marsala wine sauce is loaded with mushrooms and scallions. However, the thought of veal turns some people off and chicken can be too boring. A refreshing twist to this dish is a sirloin marsala, offered by Carraba's Italian Grill at 12363 Hornsby Ln. in Newport News.

Here is the recipe of  Italian Veal Marsala.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 06 ITALIAN CHICKEN SALTIMBOCCA

"Saltimbocca" is a combination of Italian terms that means, "jumps into one's mouth." Most of these dishes combine a meat, such as chicken, with prosciutto ham, spinach, and mozzarella cheese. Luigi's Italian Restaurant at 15400 Warwick Blvd. in Newport News has the best saltimbocca dishes.

Here is the recipe of Italian Chicken Saltimbocca.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 07 ITALIAN PASTA PRIMAVERA

One of the most well-known Italian vegetarian dishes. "Primavera" means springtime and can include any combination of vegetables over pasta in a variety of sauces. Olive Garden's Shrimp Primavera is a tasty deviation from this traditionally veggie dish.

Here is the recipe of Italian Pasta Primavera.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 08 ITALIAN SHIRMP FRA DIAVOLO

Italian food with a kick. "Diavolo" is Italian for devil and this style of red sauce relies on crushed red pepper and garlic. The best fra diavolo sauces are made at home, as the person cooking can decide how spicy to make the dish.

Here is the recipe of Italian Shrimp Fra Diavolo.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 09 PENNE ALLA VODKA

Vodka sauces have become popular in recent years. Usually a mixture of marinara and a cream sauce with basil and a shot of vodka, a reddish vodka sauce is a savory experience. The best vodka sauce is made at Amalfi Ristorante at 2010 Colley Ave. in Norfolk.


Here is the recipe of Penne Alla Vodka.

Top 10 Italian Foods To Try

DISH # 10 SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATO SUACE

Don't forget the old mainstay. This dish is simple, inexpensive and has a number of options to add, including meatballs, mushrooms, broccoli, sausage, or ground beef. Spaghetti with tomato sauce is quick and simple enough to be made at home any time.

Here is the recipe of Spaghetii With Tomato Sauce.