A good place to start
Ask about a house speciality rather than assuming the menu is interchangeable with every neighbouring cuisine.
What to compare
- Regional cooking
- House dishes and sharing portions
Make one part of the meal new
Keep a favourite dish or familiar ingredient, then try something different alongside it. Ask about unfamiliar ingredients, sharing portions and dietary needs. Menu examples are starting points for a conversation; check what the restaurant actually serves.
Something else to discover
Cuban food
Cuban food can introduce rice dishes, slow-cooked meals and distinctive sandwiches.
Persian food
Persian and Iranian menus can introduce rice preparations, stews and grilled dishes.