A Winning World Cup Menu

Lovers of lighter brews will enjoy sipping on this German pilsner. It pairs well with salty food, and is a perfect game day choice of beverage because it isn't overly filling — so you'll have plenty of room to indulge in the rest of the menu! Photo: Nicole Perry

This pillowy fried bread is common in many South American countries, including Argentina. Serve it plain or top it with cheeses, meats, or vegetables for a savory treat. Photo: Anna Monette Roberts

For a tangy side dish full of flavor, try this Germanic bacon-studded braised red cabbage. Photo: Nicole Perry

Though you might not know it, Argentina is one of the largest producers of wine. Serve this juicy, cherry-bright Argentine Malbec with the main course — steak. Photo: Nicole Perry

In Argentina, large steaks are often grilled over logs rather than charcoal, which gives the meat a subtle smokiness. Get a similar flavor at home with this recipe that employs a clever hack that can be done on any charcoal grill. Then finish it off with another Argentine classic: a piquant garlic, olive oil, and parsley chimichurri sauce. Source: America's Test Kitchen

For dessert, pass around a bottle of a sweeter-style Riesling like this exceptional bottle from Germany's Mosel region. Photo: Nicole Perry

OK, so technically German chocolate cakes aren't actually from Germany . . . they're an American invention. But these German chocolate pudding cups, inspired by the cake, are so good we simply couldn't resist including them. Photo: Lauren Hendrickson