World Cup Fare for Foodies

Beef Bobotie/by Darko Zagar

Tired of beer and sandwiches with your FIFA World Cup action? In honor of the world’s most beloved sport and its host country, DC’s Peacock Cafe is featuring a special South African menu to be enjoyed along with high-def coverage of the games on the restaurant’s two televisions. South African classics like Beef Bobotie, a curry and meat dish served with yellow rice and a side of mango chutney, Karoo Lamb Pie, and Vetkoek, puffy bread filled with meat and cheese, should take the edge off not being able to get to the games yourself. If you are truly crazed — meaning you get up to watch the early games — Peacock is also offering fresh pastries for morning games. Like the games, the menu runs through July 11.

In New York, supporters of Team France will find bar and dinner specials during every French Cup game at Meli Melo Restaurant, a bistro with a massive flat screen and Cote du Rhone. How good is that?