Foods Renate Has Tried

No one eats pickled herring like the Dutch.

Atop every serving of Dutch “war fries,” a pile of spicy, savory condiments do battle.

These Dutch doughnuts are classic New Year's treats.

In Catalonia, the fortified wine has its own weekend ritual.

These Polish pre-Lent doughnuts have taken on a life (and an eating contest) of their own in the United States.

Ground nuts provide the base for this warm, caffeine-free drink.

In Lisbon, tiny, standing-room-only bars specialize in this sour cherry liqueur.