What’s On The Menu: The Favorite Foods of 22 Former and Current World Leaders (5 of 12)

Justin Trudeau

Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada, has a palate as diverse as his country’s cultural landscape. Known for his adventurous culinary tastes, Trudeau enjoys a variety of dishes from around the world. He has expressed a fondness for sushi, even identifying Sakura Gardens, a popular Japanese restaurant in Montreal, as his favorite. Like any good Québécois, he is partial to poutine—French fries with cheese curds smothered in a rich gravy—as well as maple syrup-infused desserts, eh.

Narendra Modi

Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, has a penchant for simple and traditional Indian cuisine, reflective of his humble roots. A strict vegetarian, dal (a type of lentil) is always on the menu, as are bhindi kadhi (buttermilk stew with okra), paneer (a cubed buffalo cheese that tastes similar to Italian ricotta), khichdi (a nutritious meal of rice and lentils), shrikhand with dry fruits (a sweet and sour yogurt dessert), and vegetable curries, often prepared with aromatic spices and served with rice or bread.