Central and South America

Immigration from all over the world has shaped the unique cultures of Latin America. The cuisines, famous for their exciting vibrancy, are a perfect blend of indigenous culinary traditions with ingredients and methods introduced by immigrants. Pork, one of the most popular meats, was unknown in the Americas in pre-Columbian times. Prior to colonization of an area or an island, Spanish explorers released pigs in the area to provide fresh meat for later settlers.