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Japanese Culinary Tradition

Japanese Culinary Tradition
by Cooke2cook on September 10, 2009 in World Cuisine

In Japanese tradition, the act of eating is transformed in art, refinement and ceremony. In the sixth century, when Buddhism was declared the official religion, meat was banned from the diet for the next 1200 years. Until the end of the nineteenth century, Japanese cuisine consisted of a vegetarian diet.

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The Must-Eats in Penang

The Must-Eats in Penang
by Benjamin Chan on September 10, 2009 in World Cuisine

If you come to Penang, don’t forget to savour the local street food. Here are a few of the popular must-eat foods that all visitors should try.

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Tumpeng: Mountain-Like Dish to Express Gratitude

Tumpeng: Mountain-Like Dish to Express Gratitude
by Purnomosidhi on August 26, 2009 in World Cuisine

People have many ways to express gratitude. People in Indonesia make mountain-like dish from rice to express it.

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Tastes of Italy: Regional Favorites

Tastes of Italy: Regional Favorites
by Meg Smith on August 22, 2009 in World Cuisine

Each of the 21 distinct regions of Italy has its own preferences in cooking techniques and ingredients. Italian cuisine consists of far more than spaghetti with ground beef sauce, square ravioli filled with beef and covered with a thin, nearly flavorless red broth, and pizza made with a thick layer of canned spaghetti sauce, topped with pepperoni and grated mozzarella. None of these dishes appear on a typical Italian table. Italian cuisine uses fresh garden ingredients still warm from the sun, bursting with flavor. Seafood, fresh fruits and vegetables, cheeses and breads all play a part in Italian cooking. This article focuses on preparing Abruzzo, Tuscan, Lombard, Calabrian and Sardinian specialties.

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French Cheese 101: Appreciating This Fine Food

French Cheese 101: Appreciating This Fine Food
by Tiger Kirby on August 1, 2009 in World Cuisine

Charles de Gaulle once asked “How can anyone govern a nation that has two hundred and forty-six different kinds of cheese?” France’s governability is still undecided – but its cheese is superb.

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Eating Japanese Food

Eating Japanese Food
by Christa Visperas on July 4, 2009 in World Cuisine

Eating Japanese food is an acquired taste, but once you have acquired the taste, it could be a delightful experience that would change your dining style forever.

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Top 10 Funkiest Foods From Around the World

Top 10 Funkiest Foods From Around the World
by Chelsearth on June 22, 2009 in World Cuisine

If you think that Kidney Pie is crazy food, get ready for an international trip and sample the strangest delights your gut has ever known!

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Five Traditional Dutch Dishes

Five Traditional Dutch Dishes
by Hello Kylie on June 18, 2009 in World Cuisine

Five things to taste in Holland.

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World’s Most Expensive Things to Eat and Drink

World’s Most Expensive Things to Eat and Drink
by anjan on June 5, 2009 in World Cuisine

Here is a list of some of the world’s most expensive things to eat and drink.

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10 Things to Try in Spain

10 Things to Try in Spain
by Hello Kylie on June 2, 2009 in World Cuisine

A list of everything you should taste while in Spain.

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