This dish is a fusion of Italian, North African, and Arab culinary traditions, reflecting the cultural influences that have shaped the region's history.

Brazil has a wonderfully rich history and vibrant culture that has been shaped over time by a variety of influences starting from the Indigenous people to the immigrants of Africa, Europe, and also Asia.

Oranges are technically classified as berries due to their soft interior and hard rind. Once a luxury, now they are one of the most common fruits in the world, with Brazil being the largest producer of these Vitamin C powerhouses.

Cumin is not only my favourite spice, but also a historically important one that has been used for thousands of years.

My memory was jogged today as I positioned myself in front of the laptop to write about the time I sat and savoured a bowl of Cháo Sườn (pork rib rice porridge), on a small plastic stool by the busy roadside in the Old Quarter, Hanoi.