Barbagiuan (crispy and fried pastry)

The Barbagiuan is Monaco's most famous meal, and it is frequently referred to be the country's national cuisine. This crisp pastry is filled with Swiss chard and ricotta, then rolled in pastry and fried till golden crisp and the contents oozes out. This meal is so well-known in Monaco that it has its own national day, November 19th, when it is consumed throughout the country.

• What is it: It's a type of fritter loaded with ricotta cheese and Swiss chard, and it's a delectable appetizer popular in France and Italy. The fillings, which may include onion, rice, leeks, spinach, and Parmesan cheese, may vary. Monaco's national dish, barbajuan, is traditionally served on November 19th, the country's national day.

• What does it taste like:It's a cheesy, crunchy, crispy treat, with flavors that vary depending on the ingredients used.