Several cultures all over the world use leaves such as lotus leaves, banana leaves, grape leaves, and more.
Banana leaves
Banana leaves are popular in several regions of India such as Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and others. Banana leaves are used to serve food.
Lotus leaves
Lotus leaves are large and beautiful. They are generally used to wrap and cover food such as sticky rice and meats before steaming.
Corn husks
Corn husks are also used in several cuisines to cover the food and serve it. Corn husks are also dried to cover the tamales before steaming them.
Grape leaves
Grape leaves are used in several cuisines like Greek to cover or wrap food. This imparts a new flavor and feel to the food.
Pandan leaves
Pandan leaves are also used to cover or wrap foods. It infuses a sweet and floral aroma into the food.