A recent gastronomic assessment by Travel Atlas for 2022 examines how cuisines around the globe stack up, with Russia ranked at 58. The complete ranking appears in the guide published by the travel authority. The rankings are built from votes submitted by everyday readers who weighed the traditional dishes, characteristic ingredients, and customary drinks associated with each country. This approach reflects popular perception among travelers and food lovers across North America and beyond, offering a window into what captures the imagination of people planning trips or exploring culinary traditions in the United States, Canada, and other markets.
Leading the world in this year’s survey are Italian, Greek, Spanish, Japanese, Indian, Mexican, Turkish, American, French, and Peruvian cuisines, listed in that order. Close to the bottom end of the spectrum are cuisines from Iceland, Canada, Latvia, Morocco, and Norway, occupying the 91st to 95th places as part of the broader ranking. The placement of Canadian cuisine near the lower tier in this particular tally provides an interesting talking point for readers in Canada who may want to compare domestic food trends with international favorites and identify what factors influence global rankings.
Among the most frequently highlighted dishes in the Russian category are pies, ravioli, cereals, pancakes, jam, beef stroganoff, honey cake, sauerkraut, barbecue, and Olivier salad. The list also spotlights regional specialties that illustrate the diversity within Russia itself. Dishes such as echpochmak and elesh from Tatarstan, Avar khinkal from Dagestan, buuzy from Buryatia, and stroganina from Yakutia showcase the breadth of regional flavors that make up the national palate. For readers exploring Russian cuisine in North America, these regional items offer a map of tastes to seek out in restaurants and markets that emphasize authenticity and regional variety.
The most popular products cited in the survey are kefir and caviar from various sturgeon species. These staples have a long-standing presence in Russian culinary culture and are often encountered in home kitchens, festive tables, and specialty shops. North American audiences may find it helpful to understand how such products are used in everyday cooking and traditional celebrations, as well as how they pair with other ingredients common to North American markets.
In translating these rankings for readers across the United States, Canada, and neighboring regions, the guide serves as a reference point for comparing tastes, culinary history, and modern eating patterns. It can also inform travelers and food enthusiasts about how traditional dishes are perceived on a global stage, and which flavors have gained traction in international dining scenes. The ranking invites a broader conversation about how cuisines travel, adapt, and resonate with different populations, including those who seek to explore documentary-style food writing, regional authenticity, and modern fusion trends. The guide can be consulted as a starting place for culinary curiosity, menu planning, or cultural exploration in North American eateries and markets. [citation: Travel Atlas 2022 global cuisines ranking]
Overall, the survey highlights the enduring appeal of hearty, comforting dishes, bold flavor profiles, and regional specialties that travelers and locals alike crave. It also underscores how emerging dining scenes and evolving eating habits influence the way people rate and remember a national cuisine. For readers in Canada and the United States, the list offers both a mirror and a map: a mirror of what is being enjoyed internationally today and a map to where similar flavors can be found closer to home, whether through imported ingredients, authentic restaurant menus, or home cooking inspired by distant culinary traditions. [citation: Travel Atlas methodology notes]