How do I say cheers in the various European languages?
How do I say cheers in the various European languages? Language Phrase Pronunciation French Sante! Or A Votre Sante! Sahntay or aah vohtray…
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Cuisine at its finest, we’re talking serious sensory overload. Highlights include Croissants in France, Pizza in Italy, Gyros in Greece, Goulash in Hungary, Paella in Spain, Fondue in Switzerland, French Fries, Waffles, and Chocolates in Belgium, Fish & Chips in the UK, and even deep fried Mars bars in Scotland.
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Where are the fancy mineral waters from?
Evian (Still)-Besides the fact that Evian spelled backwards is Naïve, the source is a French spa town at the foot of Mont Blanc. See www.evian.com Perrier (Carbonated)-located near Nimes in…
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May
09
Where was Red Bull invented?
Popularized for its energizing abilities and internationally recognized for its motto “Red Bull gives you wings,” Red Bull has built an empire as a pioneer in its industry. But many…
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May
09
Who are Europe's best candy manufacturers?
Chupa Chups are made in Barcelona, Spain. They take their name from the Spanish verb chupar, which means to suck. Their factory can be toured of course. See chupachups.com Haribo…
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May
09
Who makes the best chocolates and where are their factories located?
Chocolate has come a long way since its humble origins over 2,000 years ago when the Mayans first discovered the magical qualities inherent to the cocoa bean. Their civilization was…
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May
09
What are some of the most famous European desserts?
Ice cream was first introduced by a French chef to King Charles I of England in the early 1600’s. Gelato contains less air than American or French ice cream (glace)…
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May
09
On an English menu, what the is hell is...?
“toad in the hole” – A hot English food that contains sausages smothered in Yorkshire pudding batter. This dish is often accompanied by gravy or vegetables and can be served…
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May
09
How many types of sausage are there?
Wurst means sausage in German. Of the x varieties, the following are the major ones. Bratwurst (spiced sausage) Weisswurst (veal sausage) Blutwurst (brood sausage) Bregenwurst (brain sausage) Rotwurst (black pudding)…
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May
09
How many types of cheese are there?
“How can you be expected to govern a country that has 246 kinds of cheese?” asked Charles de Gaulle back in 1962. Visit www.fromages.com Major Types: England: Stilton France: Roquefort,…
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May
09
Are truffles a type of chocolate or a type of mushroom?
The truffle is a type of mushroom that grows in conjunction (symbiosis) with varities of oak trees. It grows underground and because it doesn’t break the surface, must be hunted…
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