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Toasting, to your health, the Swiss way

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Food and Drink Heartland Oberland Switzerland Wine

April 4, 2012 by Mtaussig

Today’s Culture Clue comes from the “who knew” section of cultural lore. We’re sure you’ve had a “who knew?” experience.  It’s when you’re in a new setting, and there’s a subtle rule difference from what you’re used to.  As long as you don’t know about it, you can remain reasonably blissful in your cluelessness. But…  


A Recipe from Alsace: Tarte Flambee

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Alsace Food and Drink France Recipes & Cooking

February 1, 2012 by Mtaussig

From the Alsace region of France, a Tarte Flambée (or Flammeküeche in the Alsatian language, a dialect of German) is unique to this region. That being said, given it’s reliance on heavy cream, bacon and onions, one can discern it’s very French and German roots, like nearly everything else in Alsace! One legend is that…  


What kind of coffee do I order?

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Coffee & Cafes Food and Drink Italy

January 26, 2012 by Mtaussig

Here are the most common coffees you’ll find in an Italian bar; most of these should be available in the ubiquitous “bar” no matter where you are in Italy: Caffè In Italy the word “caffè’” naturally implies an espresso. There is no need to specify “espresso” when ordering.  Served in a demitasse cup. Caffè macchiato:-…