The first & only other time I have cooked international dishes for the Olympics was for the 2016 Olympics.
It was a huge hit when I did it in 2016, but it was a lot of work. I said I would not do it again but here I am…..
This time around, I did not do it everyday of the Olympics due to going out of the town for the ending part of it.
Recipes were altered to 1) have less sugar (monk fruit sweetener was utilized) and 2) be dairy-free.
Without further ado, read below & check out all the pictures of what was done! I am so thankful for my family for being a HUGE help in getting this done, in addition to their love for the Olympics.
2020 Tokyo Olympics International Cuisine Project
Day 1: Japan
For the 2020 Tokyo Olympics opening ceremonies, Japan was a no brainer!
APPETIZERS
MISO SOUP (From Cook Anime: Eat Like Your Favorite Character―From Bento to Yakisoba by Diana Ault)
SHRIMP SHUMAI
PORK GYOZAS
DINNER
DESSERT
MATCHA ICE CREAM (From Cook Anime: Eat Like Your Favorite Character―From Bento to Yakisoba by Diana Ault)
BEVERAGES
SAKE
SAPPORO
Day 2: USA
In honor of Team USA, we had to have a day dedicated to America! I think it was good luck because we got our first gold medal of the games on this day.
APPETIZERS
PIGS IN A BLANKET
DINNER
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
BEER
Day 3: Greece
I love greek food and it was a hit last time around, so I needed to dedicate a day for it!
APPETIZERS
HUMMUS AND PITA
CALAMARI
GRAPE LEAVES
DINNER
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
OUZO
Day 4: Australia
We really enjoyed our Aussie night last Summer Olympics, so why not do it again?!
APPETIZERS
DINNER
MEAT PIE W/ MASHED POTATOES & PEAS
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
[ YELLOW TAIL ] PINOT GRIGIO
Day 5: Italy
Made pizza from scratch the last time. This time, we tried something different and it was delicious!
APPETIZERS
DINNER
DESSERT
TIRAMISU
NUTELLA CREPES
BEVERAGES
WINE
Day 6: Spain
Who doesn’t love tapas? I know I love them!
APPETIZERS
DINNER
DESSERT
CHURROS w/ CHOCOLATE SAUCE
BEVERAGES
Day 7: Russia
Made Russian food for the first time during the 2016 Olympics. It turned out to be one of our favorite Olympic meals, therefore we dedicated a night to Russia!
APPETIZERS
DINNER
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
Day 8: France
Honestly, one of my favorite meals this time around! Everything was so delicious.
APPETIZERS
BRIE
FRENCH BREAD
DINNER
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
CHAMPAGNE
Day 9: Hungary, Austria, & Germany
These countries represent part of my heritage, so this was a big night for us! We even utilized a family recipe.
APPETIZERS
BRATWURST
KNACKWURST
BEER MUSTARD
DINNER
HUNGARIAN GOULASH (family recipe)
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
Day 10: Mexico
Tacos always hit the spot!
APPETIZERS
DINNER
GUACAMOLE
TOMATOES / ONIONS / OTHER TOPPINGS
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
MEXICAN COKE
FROZEN MARGARITA
MODELO
DOS EQUIS
CORONA
Day 11: Vietnam, Thailand, & Korea
This was a late addition that turned out pretty well! It was a great excuse to check out the asian market.
APPETIZERS
DINNER
SIGEUMCHI-NEMUL (BLANCHED SPINACH)
DESSERT
BEVERAGES
THAI STYLE BOURBON & GINGER COCKTAIL
Day 12: Argentina & Peru
Wrapped up our cooking project with what my Dad wanted for his birthday – empanadas!
APPETIZERS
DINNER
DESSERT
BIRTHDAY CAKE ☺
BEVERAGES
Took a break from all the cooking and went to Universal Studios! While there, I got to meet Olympians and watch the Universal Studios Orlando Superstar parade.
Caylin Jimenez 