The least expensive and least time-consuming way to enjoy the spoils of traveling is to find nearby restaurants featuring authentic international cuisine from around the world. Most people don’t know South Carolina is home to a fantastic eatery featuring exceptionally authentic food from Afghanistan.

You can travel 7,300 miles to the Central Asia country of Afghanistan by visiting Aryana Afghan Cuisine in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina.
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You might be pleasantly surprised by what the Afghans eat.
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Most meals are built around rice and some kind of meat, especially chicken. And the flavors are incredible. Green cardamom, a spice that has a zesty flavor and is both sweet and a bit spicy at the same time, is commonly used, among other spices, to flavor the food.
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The menu at Aryana consists of dumplings or vegetable turnovers for appetizers, chicken or lamb kabob plates (seen here), and kofta kabobs, which are a similar prep to meatloaf.
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Enjoy your authentic Afghan meal in cozy surrounds in this downtown locale. Aryana isn't a huge restaurant and everyone feels welcome the minute they step in the door.
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The next time you have an itch to travel, just find yourself road tripping to an authentic international food spot, like Aryana Afghan Cuisine in Greenville. Your taste buds will thank you for the amazing experience!
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Aryana Afghan Cuisine is located at 210 E Coffee St, Greenville, SC 29601. It's locally owned by an immigrant from Afghanistan who lovingly prepares amazing food Tuesday through Saturday.
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The hours for Aryana Afghan Cuisine are Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Learn more with a visit to the official website for Aryana Afghan Cuisine, or give it a follow on Facebook.

And for more international cuisine in South Carolina: The Food At This Polish Diner In South Carolina Is As Good As It Gets!

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Aryana Afghan Cuisine, 210 E Coffee St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA