Few Canadian foods are as well-known around the world as the magnificent invention known as Poutine. Crispy fries, squeaky cheese curds, and thick gravy come together to make the supper of dreams, and this French Canadian dish has become so famous that it can now be found all over the world.

The savory meal is made out of fries, cheese, and gravy. It first appeared in the 1950s in the Centre-du-Québec region. Not all dishes are made equal, like with most things in life! Poutine is served all year long and across Canada — at food trucks, greasy spoons, high-end restaurants, festivals, cafes, and fast-food chains.

The flavor of poutine is heavily influenced by the quality of the components. You want fresh potatoes, full-fat cheese curds, and beef gravy in your fries. Allow your Poutine to sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the cheese to melt and the potatoes to absorb the gooey sauce.

If you need a fast snack while sightseeing, bannock is great as a quick grab-and-go snack that is filling and authentically Canadian. Bannock is a flatbread with a variety of shapes, forms, and toppings. The dish is also known as fry bread in other parts of the world.

Despite its Scottish origins, unleavened bread was widely embraced by the indigenous peoples of Canada. Bannock has regained prominence in the Canadian food market in recent years, which is great news for carbohydrate lovers everywhere.

Bannock is a simple bread that was once a mainstay in the diets of Canada's Aboriginal people. It is delicious and adaptable. Baked (heavy/dense) and fried variants of bannock are popular modern variations (which are crispy and fluffy on the inside). Bannock has grown in popularity in recent years, with new twists and versions sprouting up in bakeries and cafes across the country — you must try it!

Who doesn't enjoy tarts? These delicious delights are much better when they are perfectly baked and have a crispy top. These tart-shaped Canadian treats are constructed with a flaky pastry crust and a creamy middle of sugar, egg, butter, and syrup.

The history of Ontario's butter tarts may be traced back to the late 1800s when the first recipe was published in a women's cookbook. Locals liken it to sugar or pecan pie, but without the nutty flavors. Classic butter tarts can be found in food facilities such as restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers whether you live in a small town or a huge city.

Butter tarts are deceptively simple, but oh so delicious. They're produced by filling flaky pastry shells with butter, sugar, and egg filling. This is classic Canadian cuisine at its finest, and you'll be yearning for it long after you've left the country.

Montréal is a gastronomic haven. The city is particularly well-known for its delectable bagels. According to legend, Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe brought their sweet dough. The first bagel bakery was established soon after, in 1919.

In a never-ending battle with a New York bagel, Montréal-style bagels stand out due to their sturdy texture and sweeter flavor. Montreal-style bagels are smaller, thinner, and often denser than traditional bagels, as well as sweeter. This is because they are frequently boiled in a water bath sweetened with honey or malt before baking, and they are always baked in a wood-fired oven (often in full view of the customers! ), which gives them a crunchy outer crust. You can order a basic bagel with a spread or an all-dressed bagel with everything from poppy seeds to raisins.

The ideal Montréal-style bagel is golden in color, crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. These bagels are boiled in honey water to give them a lovely blonde gloss.

Canadians consume approximately 1 billion doughnuts every year, which should come as no surprise to anyone who has driven through any large Canadian city, as there is a doughnut store on practically every city block.

Tim Hortons, Canada's most recognizable coffee shop chain, reimagined doughnut holes. If you're a Canadian, you've undoubtedly been through a Tim Horton's drive-thru, had a double-double, known someone who works at Tim Hortons, and ordered at least one box of Timbits. Timbits are bite-sized doughnut holes made from leftover doughnut batter. They are fried in oil and come in a range of tastes, including cake, old-fashioned plain, chocolate glazed, blueberry, strawberry, lemon, or with a variety of fillings.

These mini-doughnuts first appeared in 1976. The bit stands for Big in Taste in the original campaign phrase. Don't be surprised if you're handed a Canadian fried dough ball when you purchase a cup of coffee.

Montreal's smoked beef, which resembles pastrami, is the secret ingredient in these famed sandwiches. The smoking procedure begins after the beef brisket has been salted and seasoned for a week. As the meat is smoked and properly seasoned with black pepper, coriander, garlic, and mustard seed, it absorbs a variety of pleasant flavors, creating a distinct and smokey flavor.

It's typically served in a rye bread sandwich with pungent yellow mustard, but it's also a topping for poutine. To make these Montreal-style smoked meat sandwiches at home, layer thin slices of meat on top of rye bread and serve with yellow mustard and pickles on the side.

Schwartz's Deli's smoked meat sandwiches have gained international acclaim, with some fans hailing it as one of Canada's top restaurants.

The Nanaimo bar is a traditional Canadian treat. The bar does not require baking and is named after the British Columbia city of Nanaimo. A coconutty crust, soft yellow custard filling in between, and chocolate ganache on top make up the entire recipe. There are numerous variations, including different types of crumb, different flavors of icing (such as peanut butter or coconut, mocha), and other types of chocolate.

They taste similar to fudge or an Almond Joy, but much better. It's something about the combination of chocolate, almonds, and coconut. This is a fantastic mix!

These delectable no-bake bars are perfect for anyone with a sweet taste and can be found in most cafés and bakeries across Canada. Hearthstone Artisan Bakery, highly regarded by locals, offers the tastiest classic form of Nanaimo bars as well as some innovative spin-offs for people with more adventurous taste buds.

If you're looking for something robust, go no further than the French Canadian tourtière, a savory pork pie popular around the holidays (but is popular year-round). It's made with ground pork, onions, and flavorful seasonings, and it's baked in a typical pie crust.

Tourtière is a traditional Quebecois minced meat pie. Recipes vary by location and family. Typically, the stuffing is made of pork, beef, veal, or game. Fish like salmon are widely used in coastal areas. Herbs and spices play an important role in this dish. Seasonal spices like cinnamon, clove, and allspice contribute to the bake's unique aroma.

At Christmas, the French-Canadian dish is eaten with tomato sauce and pickled beets. Nothing like homemade tourtière, which every grandma has a secret recipe for. Throughout the year, though, you can buy a pre-made version at any major grocery shop.

The Caesar dates back to 1969 when mixologist Walter Chell developed it at a Calgary restaurant. The Caesar is the national cocktail of Canada. The Canadian Bloody Mary, made with vodka, clamato juice, Tabasco, and Worcestershire sauce, is the perfect brunch partner. Restaurants and bars have recently upped their garnish game to include items such as an entire roast chicken, burgers, hot dogs, sliders, onion rings, and more, in addition to the typical celery salt rim and celery stalk (aka the Checkmate Caesar at the Score on Davie in Vancouver).

Okay, listen to us out. Although the mix of vodka, tomato juice, clam juice, Worcestershire sauce, and spicy sauce sounds like the absolute LAST thing you'd want to drink, it works. It's now Canada's national cocktail. It's not for everyone, but the lavish garnishes will compel you to order one at least once in your life. Over 350 million Caesar-inspired beverages are sold each year, making it the nation's favorite and a must-try while on your trip.

We've found that Canadians enjoy a wide variety of pies. The Saskatoon berry pie is no exception, and it has long been popular in Canada's prairie provinces. Locally obtained Saskatoon berries are used in this not-too-sweet dessert. They look like blueberries but taste like apples.

If you prefer lighter treats, the pie's fruity and nutty flavors make it a good choice. While the pie can be enjoyed all year, nothing beats a slice of fresh Saskatoon berry pie cooked with seasonal ingredients from a farmers' market on a sunny summer day.

The Saskatoon berry is generally described as sweet and almondy in flavor, making it an ideal contender for the ultimate pie. A slice of this will truly improve your life. It's no surprise that Saskatoon was named after it rather than the other way around.