Paraguayan dish Vori Vori has once again taken the top spot in TasteAtlas’s ranking of the 50 best soups in the world. In the 2026 September update, the Paraguayan soup received a score of 4.7 out of five, ahead of traditional soups worldwide. The latest recognition comes around 10 months after Vori Vori beat Italy’s Pizza Napoletana to take first place in the TasteAtlas 100 Best Dishes ranking.
Four years as the world’s best soup
The ranking is based on evaluations from users who declare that they have tried the dishes and leave their comments. The ratings then go through a review and analysis process by the specialised food platform.
Vori Vori’s history at the top dates back to 2023, when TasteAtlas first named it the world’s best soup. The Paraguayan dish maintained the distinction in 2024, receiving a score of 4.8 out of five, and remained at the top in 2025. Its latest recognition in September 2026 marks the fourth consecutive year that Vori Vori has topped the platform’s soup ranking. Beyond international rankings, Vori Vori also holds an important place in Paraguay’s culinary heritage. Small balls made from corn flour and Paraguayan cheese characterise the traditional dish. Cooks prepare them in a broth commonly made with chicken or beef and vegetables.
Vori Vori and the Paraguayan War
The name “Vori Vori” comes from the Guaraní language. In Guaraní, repetition can be used to express plurality or abundance. This is reflected in the name given to the small balls that characterise the dish. The dish has also been associated with Paraguay’s history during the War of the Triple Alliance, also known as the Paraguayan War. Between 1864 and 1870, Paraguay fought against the allied forces of Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay.
Soldiers required calorie -and protein- rich foods during the conflict, and traditional Paraguayan dishes formed part of the country’s wartime food culture. Cook and historian Vidal Yaguareté Domínguez discusses this period in his book Asunción 1537, which explores the origins and development of Paraguayan gastronomy. According to Domínguez, historical accounts also provide insights into the diet and physical endurance of Paraguayan soldiers during the conflict. The history of Vori Vori, however, extends beyond a single period. Vori Vori ingredients and preparation reflect different influences on Paraguayan cuisine over time.
From Paraguayan cuisine to an international audience
Vori Vori’s latest recognition adds another international distinction to a dish deeply connected to Paraguayan culinary traditions. After four consecutive years at the top of TasteAtlas’s soup ranking, it has gained visibility well beyond Paraguay. Its continuity in first place provides another opportunity for international audiences to discover Paraguayan cuisine. Once primarily familiar as a traditional dish served in homes and restaurants across the country, Vori Vori is increasingly gaining recognition abroad as a symbol of Paraguay’s culinary heritage.
