When it comes to who we are as people, there are many factors that shape us. Some of our personality traits seem to be innate, which is why so many people know their astrological sign and consider it to at least be a fun thing to consider. For example, Leos usually like to be the center of attention, while Pisces are more creative and artistic and Virgos excel with attention to detail.
In the culinary world, food can be a true reflection of personality, so it only makes sense for food to relate to zodiac signs in some way. These dishes really reflect the zodiac signs paired with them, whether it’s for the sign itself or a key personality trait that the dish’s taste or preparation encompasses.
Aries — Hot Wings
Aries are naturally competitive and bold, making hot wings a perfect choice for this sign. Aries aren’t wallflowers and won’t ever be confused for one. The same is true of a good hot wing. A good hot wing hits you with an intense mix of both flavor and heat, making the taste worth the pain that you’re putting your senses through.
The competitive spirit of an Aries lends itself well to hot wings. Wings are a staple of food-based competitions, whether it’s a restaurant attempting to see if someone can survive their plate of hot wings or a group of competitors battling it out at the Wing Bowl each year. Is always a little risky to eat the hottest wings, and Aries are natural-born risk takers.
Taurus — Barbecue Pork
When you think of a Taurus, you tend to think of patience. They don’t see the need to rush through things; they’re going to take their time and make the best possible decision. And that’s exactly what you need to do with barbecue pork. Low and slow is the best way to cook this staple, and a Taurus possesses the patient demeanor needed to get the most out of great barbecue.
As a sign that overlaps April and May, Taurus represents warmer temperatures and getting outside for much of the country. And in certain parts of the United States, that means inviting everyone over for a pig roast. That fits Tauruses perfectly: they are some of the most loyal friends you would ever want.
Gemini — Vegetable Stir Fry
Geminis fit in with everyone, and that part of what makes this dish a natural choice for a Gemini. Zucchini is a staple in stir fry because it takes on the flavor of anything, and Geminis seem to naturally make themselves a part of every friend group they encounter. But Geminis can’t just be a one-note dish; they need a wide range of flavors and friends to get the most out of life.
And that’s why it’s a stir fry and not just one vegetable. Squash, mushrooms, peppers and more go into a perfect stir fry, which gives a pop of different flavor in every bite. These vegetables are all at their freshest during the summer, which fits well with Gemini’s timeline of mid-May to mid-June. It also doesn’t hurt that zucchini and squash almost function as twins, as their differences are incredibly subtle.
Cancer — Crab Boil
It really couldn’t be anything but a form of crab when you’re thinking of Cancer. Cancer is the Crab, so it only makes sense for the appropriate food to be some form of crab. Finding the right kind of crab is a challenge, because crab can go so many different ways. However, in the summer, there’s nothing like an outdoor crab boil with friends and family.
Any food that represented Cancer had to be something that brings people together, and few dishes do that better than a crab boil. Cancers are all about home and family and building their lives around those connections, and a summer crab boil means getting together with others and creating a perfect cohesive dish among many flavors that just work together.
Leo — Steak
A Leo needs to be the center of attention, and if they’re not, they’re going to make their presence known. There’s only one food that really fits that description: a beautifully cooked and seasoned steak. Whenever steak is on the plate, it becomes the center of attention. It’s why bold flavors are needed to accompany any steak; the steak overwhelms more subtle flavors.
In addition to dominating whatever room they’re in, Leos possess a strong sense of confidence in themselves. They know that they stand out for a reason, and it’s because they’re a bold, vibrant personality that’s naturally going to earn attention of others. It’s said that a lion doesn’t need to tell others it’s a lion, and a steak similarly doesn’t need to announce itself to command attention.
Virgo — Chocolate Cake
Virgos are all about details. They analyze everything and make sure everything is perfect down to the smallest detail. And that’s why a cake makes perfect sense for a Virgo: baking is an exact science. When you make a baked good, everything must be perfect to the tiniest detail. Too much sugar, too little vanilla, improperly measured flour can totally throw off a recipe.
Chocolate cake is all about mastering the details and offering the ideal presentation. Virgos are known to be perfectionists, and a perfect slice of chocolate cake requires a perfectionist to get the science right and master the decorations afterward. You’ve got to take your time with getting the icing just right, but the reward is well worth it.
Libra — Pad Thai
Libras are all about balance and harmony, which is why their symbol is the scales. Thai cuisine is also all about balance and harmony, and few dishes encapsulate that better than pad thai. It’s the classic Thai dish and one that everyone has at least a little familiarity with. Given how important relationships are to Libras, familiarity is important.
What makes pad thai a perfect fit for Libras is Thai cuisine’s commitment to the five flavors in perfect harmony. Every Thai dish must carry sour, spicy, sweet, salty and creamy elements, and the flavors must meld together perfectly to ensure the dish doesn’t get thrown off. No one flavor dominates the dish; all five end up working together evenly. And that’s a classic trait of a Libra.
Scorpio — Lasagna
A hot, bubbling, flavorful lasagna fits well with a Scorpio, as they’re known for their intensity. But Scorpios are often so much more than what’s on the surface, and that’s where the comparison truly shines. Go underneath the first layer or two of cheese and pasta, and you’ll discover much more to a great lasagna than what you see up top.
Once you get down deeper into a lasagna, you’ll usually find a cool, creamy element, such as ricotta cheese. Scorpios possess that deeper element to their personality, but they have to let you in and allow you to discover it for yourself. Once they welcome you into their inner circle, you’ll be able to truly appreciate just how deep their profile really is.
Sagittarius — Chili
Being a winter sign means warmth and comfort is ideal for a Sagittarius, but their bold nature means that it has to include a flavor that brings intensity to the table. And that’s the perfect recipe for a homey bowl of chili. On those cold days in late November and early December, few things say home better than piping hot chili.
Not only does chili provide that little extra boldness that’s common with a Sagittarius, but it appeals to a Sagittarius’ adventurous nature by being a versatile dish that’s open to interpretation. You can take chili many different ways, from standard beef and beans to a white chicken chili to a meatless chili.
Capricorn — Oysters
Capricorns are known to be hard workers who enjoy the finer things in life, and that makes oysters the perfect choice. Oysters take time and effort to properly shuck, but once you get them open and properly prepared, you’ll find rich, creamy and nutty flavors that are a true delicacy for those in the know.
Not only do oysters fit with Capricorn’s hard-working, determined personality, but they also work well with Capricorn’s time of year. Any oyster lover knows that the best time to eat oysters is during the winter months, and that’s because colder waters convert the glycogen inside the oyster into a natural sugar, creating a smooth, creamy taste that has to be experienced to appreciate. In December or January, Capricorn season, they’re at their best.
Aquarius — Ube Desserts
Aquarius are eccentric, trendy and often the first to spot good ideas before they catch on with the rest of the world. And that makes ube the perfect fit for Aquarians, given that the sweet vegetable is starting to go from well-kept secret to cooking staple in kitchens and restaurants around the country.
Ube has long been a staple in Filipino and Hawaiian cooking, mostly in desserts. It’s similar to a sweet potato and carries a vanilla-like flavor, which makes it ideal for bringing those sweet flavors together. Its vibrant purple color gives it that eccentric twist that makes it a favorite of foodies and a natural for Aquarius. You wouldn’t think a purple dessert would hold vanilla flavors, but that’s what ube brings to the table.
Pisces — Poke Bowl
Given that Pisces is the fish, this had to be a seafood dish of some kind. But it couldn’t be a basic, simple piece of fish; that’s far too unoriginal for the creative artistry that Pisces are known for. The only choice was the poke bowl, a staple of Japanese cooking that has exploded in popularity in recent years.
The poke bowl is a perfect fit for Pisces because its only limit is the creator’s imagination. A good poke bowl results in a beautiful combination of fish, sauces, vegetables and other additions that provide a layer of flavors in every bite. It’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate, and it lets people truly express their creative muscles. And Pisces are all about bringing their imagination to life.
