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Continental vs oriental cuisine: Understanding the key differences in ingredients, techniques, and flavor

Continental and oriental cuisines are unique culinary traditions shaped by their regions. Continental food, from Europe, highlights olive oil, wine, herbs, and minimal spices, with methods such as baking, roasting, and frying. Oriental cuisine, from Southeast Asia, showcases stir-frying, quick boiling, fermented sauces, pickled products, and generous use of spices.Both cuisines portrays culture, climate, and tradition.