Lechona from Colombia: The world's best dish inspires!

Lechona from Colombia: The world's best dish inspires!

What a sensation! The traditional Colombian Lechona has the... Taste Atlas Awards 2025 won the title “best dish in the world”. This is a true culinary masterpiece: Filled with onions, peas and a variety of herbs and spices, the suckling pig or roast pork is not only cooked, but fried until crispy for several hours. The crust is then finished with a delicious mixture of amaretto powder and sour orange juice.

The award is based on the analysis of around 367,847 user reviews for more than 11,258 dishes worldwide. Lechona not only impresses with its unique taste, but is also considered an indispensable part of Colombian culture, which only increases the joy of this honor. According to a report by n-ag.de This dish is often served at large celebrations and can provide up to 100 servings, making it perfect for festive occasions!

A permanent place in the catering industry

Lechona has its origins in the picturesque Tolima region, famous for its culinary traditions. The Secretary of Economic Development of Ibagué, Naydú Romero, is proud of this victory and describes Lechona as a symbol of Colombia's cultural richness and gastronomic diversity. “It’s a tribute to history and local culture,” she says.

In Ibagué, where the best lechonás are found, both locals and tourists can enjoy the delicious versions in the La 28, La 21 markets and the El Salado district. Another highlight is Restaurante Colombia in Palma, Spain, where, in addition to lechona, other Colombian specialties such as bandeja paisa and arepas are served.

The competition of the best

But lechona is not the only culinary delight that has earned a place in the list of best dishes. The legendary one comes in second place Pizza Neapolitan from Italy, followed by the Brazilian Picanha, which secured third place. Here are the top 10 of the “Taste Atlas Awards 2025”:

The celebration of cultural diversity in gastronomy is particularly recognized in the ceremony. In Cologne and everywhere else you can see that good food not only pleases the palate, but also builds bridges between cultures. This is a complete success for Lechona and cheers to the delicious diversity of our world!