explore World Baking Kit - GLOBAL (Family)
Ready to bake your way around the world? Our WORLD BAKING KIT - GLOBAL is your ticket to a culinary expedition. Travel through taste and discover the global delights of baking!
This is our specialty baking box where we make sweet treats from around the world:
- JAPAN - Japanese Mochi (Daifuku)
- TURKIYE - Şekerpare (Semolina cookie)
- COLOMBIA - Natilla Colombiana (Christmas custard)
Dietary Restrictions?
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.
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.
Free Shipping
Shipping is free for all country boxes, subscriptions and bundles in the Continental U.S. (AK and HI cost an additional $3 to ship).
2025 Calendar
Here is the list of countries featured by month for each dietary option in 2025:
No Restrictions
Jan
China
Feb
Lebanon
Mar
Ireland
Apr
France
May
USA
Jun
Israel
Jul
Japan
Aug
United Kingdom
Sep
Peru
Oct
Ukraine
Nov
Singapore
Dec
Sweden
Gluten-Free
Jan
Ukraine
Feb
Mexico
Mar
Ireland
Apr
Kenya
May
Brazil
Jun
United Kingdom
Jul
Thailand
Aug
Lebanon
Sep
Greece
Oct
Italy
Nov
Ethiopia
Dec
Sweden
Vegetarian
Jan
India
Feb
Jamaica
Mar
Spain
Apr
Ukraine
May
Mexico
Jun
Kenya
Jul
Morocco
Aug
United Kingdom
Sep
Lebanon
Oct
Greece
Nov
Brazil
Dec
Italy
2026 Calendar
Here is the list of countries featured by month for each dietary option in 2026:
No Restrictions
Jan
Morocco
Feb
South Korea
Mar
Jamaica
Apr
Spain
May
Ethiopia
Jun
Italy
Jul
India
Aug
Mexico
Sep
Kenya
Oct
Thailand
Nov
Greece
Dec
Brazil
Gluten-Free
Jan
India
Feb
France
Mar
Spain
Apr
Ukraine
May
Mexico
Jun
Ireland
Jul
Kenya
Aug
Brazil
Sep
United Kingdom
Oct
Thailand
Nov
Lebanon
Dec
Greece
Vegetarian
Jan
Ethiopia
Feb
Sweden
Mar
South Korea
Apr
France
May
Israel
Jun
India
Jul
Jamaica
Aug
Spain
Sep
Ukraine
Oct
Mexico
Nov
Kenya
Dec
Morocco
Recipe details
These 3 popular desserts from 3 countries serve 4 people. Note - Click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.
Japan - Mochi
In Japan, mochi has been eaten to celebrate the start of the New Year since the Heian period (794AD - 1185AD). Mochi is a Japanese rice cake made from mochigome, a short-grain glutinous rice. It is traditionally made by pounding and folding hot steamed rice cake into sticky mochi using a mortar (usu) and a wooden mallet (kine).
Türkiye - Şekerpare
Şekerpare ('shek-EYR par-EH'), which means "a piece of sweetness", is one of the most popular Turkish sweets after baklava. The word seker means sugar, while pare means bits or pieces. These sweet, sticky and tender cookies are made from semolina flour and powdered sugar, baked until golden brown and left to steep in sweet, lemony syrup
Colombia - Natilla Colombiana
Natilla is a rich, custard-like dessert that is traditionally served during Colombian Christmas gatherings. The key ingredient in traditional Colombian Natilla recipe is panela – it gives this dessert a beautiful caramel color and sweet molasses flavor. Panela is unrefined cane sugar produced and consumed throughout South America.
In Japan, mochi has been eaten to celebrate the start of the New Year since the Heian period (794AD - 1185AD). Mochi is a Japanese rice cake made from mochigome, a short-grain glutinous rice. It is traditionally made by pounding and folding hot steamed rice cake into sticky mochi using a mortar (usu) and a wooden mallet (kine).
Şekerpare ('shek-EYR par-EH'), which means "a piece of sweetness", is one of the most popular Turkish sweets after baklava. The word seker means sugar, while pare means bits or pieces. These sweet, sticky and tender cookies are made from semolina flour and powdered sugar, baked until golden brown and left to steep in sweet, lemony syrup
Natilla is a rich, custard-like dessert that is traditionally served during Colombian Christmas gatherings. The key ingredient in traditional Colombian Natilla recipe is panela – it gives this dessert a beautiful caramel color and sweet molasses flavor. Panela is unrefined cane sugar produced and consumed throughout South America.
Discover Japan, Colombia & Türkiye
JAPAN, an island nation in East Asia, is known for its harmony of ancient tradition and modern innovation. From serene temples and cherry blossoms to neon-lit cities, Japan blends history, craftsmanship, and technology in a culture that values beauty and precision. TÜRKİYE, bridging Europe and Asia, is known for its rich history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant cuisine. From the ancient ruins of Ephesus to the bustling bazaars of Istanbul and the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, Türkiye reflects centuries of culture shaped by empires and trade. COLOMBIA, located in the heart of South America, is known for its lush rainforests, colorful towns, and lively spirit. From the Andes Mountains to Caribbean beaches, it celebrates diversity through music, coffee, and the warmth of its people.
FAQs
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.
