Have you thought about exploring food through the alphabet? Each letter reveals unique flavors, textures, and cultural experiences in our global culinary landscape.
Ever been stuck during a food word game? Or do you want to try new foods but don’t know where to start? This Alphabetical List of Foods A to Z guide has you covered.
Food brings people together across cultures and traditions. Exploring foods from every letter introduces us to flavors we might never discover otherwise.
I made this list after realizing how many foods I’d never tried. Even tricky letters like X and Z have delicious options waiting to be discovered.
Whether you’re a food lover, a parent with picky eaters, or a chef seeking inspiration, there’s something here for everyone.
Grab a snack and join this culinary alphabet adventure. Your new favorite food might be just a scroll away.
Foods That Start With A
- Apples
- Avocados
- Asparagus
- Artichokes
- Anchovies
- Almonds
- Apricots
- Arugula
- Acorn squash
- Angel food cake
- Amaranth
- Aubergine
- Adzuki beans
- Andouille sausage
- Aioli
- Anise
- Abalone
- Allspice
Foods That Start With B
- Bananas
- Blueberries
- Broccoli
- Bread
- Beef
- Bacon
- Biscuits
- Butter
- Beets
- Beans
- Brussels sprouts
- Brie cheese
- Blackberries
- Bulgur wheat
- Brisket
- Baklava
- Basil
- Bagels
- Burrata
- Buckwheat
Foods That Start With C
- Carrots
- Cauliflower
- Chicken
- Cheese
- Chocolate
- Cucumbers
- Coconut
- Corn
- Cilantro
- Cinnamon
- Cabbage
- Cherries
- Cashews
- Curry
- Clams
- Crepes
- Croissants
- Crab
- Cranberries
- Cucumber
- Chia Seed
Foods That Start With D
- Dates
- Dumplings
- Duck
- Dill
- Donuts
- Dandelion greens
- Dragon fruit
- Daikon radish
- Durian
- Dulce de leche
- Dashi
- Deviled eggs
- Dark chocolate
- Dough
- Dijon mustard
- Danish pastries
Foods That Start With E
- Eggs
- Eggplant
- Edamame
- Empanadas
- Endive
- Espresso
- Elderberries
- Enchiladas
- English muffins
- Eclairs
- Escargot
- Elk
- Eel
- Edam cheese
- Elephant garlic
Foods That Start With F
- Figs
- Fish
- French fries
- Feta cheese
- Fennel
- Falafel
- Flax seeds
- Frankfurters
- French toast
- Focaccia
- Farro
- Frittata
- Fontina cheese
- Flan
- Fresh herbs
Foods That Start With G
- Grapes
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Goat cheese
- Guava
- Granola
- Grapefruit
- Gnocchi
- Gazpacho
- Guacamole
- Grits
- Green beans
- Gorgonzola
- Gruyere cheese
- Graham crackers
- Greens
Foods That Start With H
- Honey
- Ham
- Hazelnuts
- Halibut
- Hummus
- Hash browns
- Herbs
- Hot dogs
- Hamburgers
- Havarti cheese
- Horseradish
- Herring
- Hoisin sauce
- Huckleberries
- Honeydew melon
- Whole grain bread
Foods That Start With I
- Ice cream
- Italian sausage
- Irish soda bread
- Iceberg lettuce
- Icing
- Instant noodles
- Indian curry
- Idaho potatoes
- Inca berries
- Israeli couscous
- Iberico ham
- Infusions
Foods That Start With J
- Jams
- Jellies
- Jackfruit
- Jalapenos
- Jerusalem artichokes
- Jicama
- Jambalaya
- Jerk chicken
- Japanese eggplant
- Jasmine rice
- Juniper berries
- Johnnycakes
Foods That Start With K
- Kiwi
- Kale
- Kimchi
- Kebabs
- Kidney beans
- Kumquats
- Kefir
- Ketchup
- Key lime pie
- Kohlrabi
- King crab
- Kielbasa
- Kombucha
- Kettle corn
- Kosher salt
Foods That Start With L
- Lemons
- Limes
- Lettuce
- Lamb
- Lobster
- Lentils
- Lasagna
- Linguine
- Licorice
- Lychee
- Lox
- Lima beans
- Leeks
- Langoustines
- Lavender
Foods That Start With M
- Mangoes
- Mushrooms
- Milk
- Mozzarella
- Mustard
- Macadamia nuts
- Mint
- Maple syrup
- Meatballs
- Mussels
- Marshmallows
- Miso
- Mulberries
- Manchego cheese
- Melons
Foods That Start With N
- Noodles
- Nutmeg
- Nectarines
- Nuts
- Naan bread
- Nuggets
- Nachos
- Navy beans
- Nougat
- Nasturtium
- New potatoes
- Nori
- Nettle
- Nopales
- Nutritional yeast
Foods That Start With O
- Oranges
- Olives
- Onions
- Oatmeal
- Oysters
- Oregano
- Okra
- Octopus
- Orange juice
- Orzo
- Oxtail
- Olive oil
- Oreos
- Oat milk
- Omega-rich seeds
Foods That Start With P
- Peaches
- Pears
- Potatoes
- Peas
- Pizza
- Pasta
- Popcorn
- Pork
- Pineapple
- Peanuts
- Papaya
- Pomegranate
- Pretzels
- Pancakes
- Pistachios
- Parsley
- Parmesan cheese
Foods That Start With Q
- Quinoa
- Quiche
- Quail
- Quesadillas
- Quark cheese
- Quince
- Quinoa flour
- Queen crab
- Quail eggs
- Quick breads
- Queso fresco
Foods That Start With R
- Raspberries
- Rice
- Radishes
- Rhubarb
- Rosemary
- Ravioli
- Raisins
- Red peppers
- Roast beef
- Romaine lettuce
- Risotto
- Refried beans
- Ricotta
Foods That Start With S
- Strawberries
- Spinach
- Salmon
- Sausage
- Sweet potatoes
- Spaghetti
- Squash
- Shrimp
- Sourdough
- Saffron
- Sunflower seeds
- Scallions
- Swiss cheese
- Salsa
- Seasonings
Foods That Start With T
- Tomatoes
- Turkey
- Thyme
- Tacos
- Tilapia
- Tapioca
- Tangerines
- Tempeh
- Truffles
- Tortillas
- Tuna
- Tofu
- Turnips
- Tahini
Foods That Start With U
- Udon noodles
- Upside-down cake
- Umeboshi plums
- Ugli fruit
- Utah scones
- Urfa biber peppers
- Unsalted butter
- Unagi
- Upma
- Uttapam
- Unsweetened chocolate
Foods That Start With V
- Vanilla
- Venison
- Vinegar
- Vermicelli
- Vidalia onions
- Veal
- Vichyssoise
- Vodka sauce
- Vegetable oil
- Valencia oranges
- Vanilla beans
- Viognier grapes
Foods That Start With W
- Watermelon
- Walnuts
- White chocolate
- Wild rice
- Wasabi
- Wheat
- Waffles
- Whipped cream
- Watercress
- White wine
- Worcestershire sauce
Foods That Start With X
- Xavier soup
- Xanthan gum
- Xoconostle cactus fruit
- XO sauce
- Xinomavro grapes
- Xigua (watermelon)
- Xiaolongbao dumplings
Foods That Start With Y
- Yogurt
- Yams
- Yellow squash
- Yellowfin tuna
- Yeast
- Yorkshire pudding
- Yuzu
- Yucca
- Young coconut
- Yachtwurst
- Yerba mate
- Yellow peppers
Foods That Start With Z
- Zucchini
- Za’atar
- Zest
- Zwieback toast
- Zinfandel grapes
- Ziti pasta
- Zero-calorie sweeteners
- Zebra tomatoes
- Zapiekanka
- Zeppole
This alphabetical journey through the world of food demonstrates the incredible variety available to us as culinary explorers. From everyday staples to exotic specialties, each letter reveals something unique about our global food culture.
What favorites did you spot on our list? Which new foods might you be inspired to try? The alphabet gives us a structured way to appreciate the diversity of ingredients that nourish and delight us every day.
You can use this list as inspiration for your next meal-planning adventure. Challenge yourself to try one new food from each letter over the coming months. Your taste buds will thank you for the flavorful journey!