If you think about it, all popular American foods like pizza, hamburgers, hot dogs, apple pie, came from other countries. They were introduced to the USA by colonists, settlers and immigrants.
In our explore USA box, we introduce families and kids to basic information of the country and how history influenced American cuisine. Included in the box are 3 popular recipes, and educational materials to learn about the country's geography, history, music, art and language.
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If you prefer to skip the shelf stable ingredients in these recipes due to dietary concerns, choose no mixes. Many of our kits have options for people who prefer gluten free or vegetarian dishes.
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Have additional kids, how about extra USA flag pin and sticker- one for each child? 1 country flag pin 1 country sticker Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$2.00
Need extra servings or want to repeat your favorite dishes? Grab our spice, sauce, and grain mixes to whip up all three recipes againand keep the delicious fun going! no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box otherwise, there is shipping feebased on weight
$10.00
Have additional kids, how about getting extra cooking tool(s)? One for each child! Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
$5.00
(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore USA's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore USA's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
These 3 popular American recipes serve 4 people. Additional spices and sauces or other add ons are available for larger families. Note - Click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.
Chili is a wholly American dish with typical Mexican spices! The earliest description of chili is from San Antonio in 1828, as a way to make a little meat go a long way – with lots of chopped vegetables. It was featured at the 1893 World Fair in Chicago, and by the roaring '20s there were chili joints across the country.
Blackening is a traditional southern Cajun cooking technique – coating fish in a spice rub and cooked in a screaming hot, cast iron skillet, which chars the spices. Typically, the rub is a blend of paprika, thyme, garlic powder, and cayenne powder.
Alla Parmigiana (with Parmesan) is a typical American Italian dish made by dredging and frying veal, chicken or eggplant in a breadcrumb / Parmesan mix. Our version of eggplant Parmesan is lightened up by baking instead of frying the eggplant.
Chili is a wholly American dish with typical Mexican spices! The earliest description of chili is from San Antonio in 1828, as a way to make a little meat go a long way – with lots of chopped vegetables. It was featured at the 1893 World Fair in Chicago, and by the roaring '20s there were chili joints across the country.
Blackening is a traditional southern Cajun cooking technique – coating fish in a spice rub and cooked in a screaming hot, cast iron skillet, which chars the spices. Typically, the rub is a blend of paprika, thyme, garlic powder, and cayenne powder.
Alla Parmigiana (with Parmesan) is a typical American Italian dish made by dredging and frying veal, chicken or eggplant in a breadcrumb / Parmesan mix. Our version of eggplant Parmesan is lightened up by baking instead of frying the eggplant.
THE UNITED STATES, located in North America, is known for its vast landscapes, cultural diversity, and global influence. From the towering skyscrapers of New York City to the majestic Grand Canyon and the beaches of California, the U.S. embodies innovation, freedom, and opportunity. Shaped by a rich blend of immigrant cultures, it has given rise to world-changing art, music, and cuisine. With iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and national celebrations such as Independence Day, the United States continues to represent a spirit of creativity, resilience, and possibility. American cuisine is known for its bold, diverse flavors, shaped by regional traditions and a rich blend of global influences. This kit makes those flavors approachable, even if you have never cooked American food before.
The recommended age for our explore box is 5 years old or older. All our cooking steps are rated by chef hats for complexity and safely, and there are steps for kids 3 or 4 years old to mix or whisk and still be helpful in the kitchen. Teenagers should be able to prepare the full meal by themselves.
We include organic ingredients whenever possible.It is not guaranteed.
All our dried spices are McCormick sourced quality that will last indefinitely. All our sauces are hot-filled and approved by Cornell Food Tech; they will last indefinitely if it is not opened. We don’t put a best by date because we believe in reducing food waste. If your mixes don’t look fresh, we will replace them right away! We produce a new batch of spice/sauce mixes every few weeks.
Yes, most of our packaging materials are recyclable. Just break down the boxes and recycle accordingly.
Overall rating: 4.383889 / 5 from 1589 reviews.
Explore USA (Family) offers a delightful experience with a variety of delicious meals from different countries, making it a perfect gift for families. The box includes educational materials about American cuisine, geography, history, music, art, and language. While the recipes are well-received, opinions on ingredients vary.
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"So far so good. We accidentally used the wrong seasoning packet on our first meal, lol, but it was a great learning experience. So far everything seems easy to follow. I may have more thoughts after a few more boxes."
"We thoroughly enjoyed this Italy kit. It was thoughtfully put together and it makes for a really great few date nights! After doing our first one, we are both looking forward to cooking our next meal from our kitchen together!"
"I provided this to my clients after their cruise to France. They all loved it, and really thought it was unique. They also said that the chicken came out just like the recipe and was so moist and tasty."
"We have gotten all the kits from each country and our family really enjoys them! They're educational, not only for the kids but for us adults as well. The recipes bring us together as we learn facts about different countries, cooking techniques, and trying new food."
"It was such a great experience shopping for the ingredients together as a family and then coming home to cook it together! Such a great learning activity to add to homeschooling. My daughter is 4 and loved this whole experience! She got to learn about Greece too and then eat a dish we personally made. How fun is that!?"
"My 12y made Jamaican Curry. It came out delicious."
"Kids love exploring the world with this subscription. They love cooking the recipes. Instructions are easy to follow, and dishes are delicious! The passport and the flag pins are very exciting for them!"
"We got the apron and the cookbook, which is awesome, but we didn't get the 2 country boxes."
"I got my son the 6 month subscription to start and see how we liked it. So far we have enjoy each month. But all the months we have gotten have been countries from Asia and my son is started getting bored. I wish we would have gotten more of a variety of other countries. Overall we have enjoyed trying new recipes and foods that we wouldn’t have otherwise tried. I definitely would consider renewing our subscription in the future."
"My family and I made Chicken Bulgogi, Namul, and Bidnaetteok. It was all delicious and fun to make. Dak Bulgogi will be a new staple in our household. We love learning about different cultures and culinary experiences."
