3. 7.Rice
Although the earliest
civilization used mainly
wheat cultures, rice has been
around for around 5,000
years. According to some
estimates, rice has fed more
people than any other type of
grain.
4. 6.Bread
No list of food would be
complete without the
inclusion of breadโthe
most basic of foods
thatโs also a symbol of
civilization and
agriculture..
5. 5.Salads
Vegetables have been an
integral part of the human
diet for thousands of
years, so itโs not
surprising that salads are
some of the most popular
dishes in the world.
6. 4.Soup
Although the category of
โsoupโ may be a bit more
general than the foods
discussed previously, it is so
prominent in all cultures of
the world that it deserves to
be looked at from a broader
perspective..
7. 3.Burger
The hamburger first became popular in
the 19th century, as a minced cow meat
patty that was served as a steak,
without the bun. Today, hamburgers
are considered a staple dish in the
United States, and theyโre served
everywhere from McDonald's to high-
end restaurants.
8. 2.Pastas
Pasta is not only one of
the most consumed foods
in the world, but itโs also
one of the most accessible.
Numerous cultures from
around the globe have
their own variations of
pasta.
9. 1.Pizzas
In Italy, pizza served in formal
settings, such as at a restaurant,
is presented unsliced, and is
eaten with the use of a knife and
fork. In casual settings,
however, it is cut into wedges to
be eaten while held in the hand
