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Canada is a North American country stretching from the U.S. in the south to the Arctic Circle in the north. Major cities include massive Toronto, west coast film centre Vancouver, French-speaking Montréal and Québec City, and capital city Ottawa. Canada's vast swaths of wilderness include lake-filled Banff National Park in the Rocky Mountains. It's also home to Niagara Falls Known as Canada's national dish, poutine is a French-Canadian meal featuring three ingredients: fries, cheese curds, and gravy. Created in the 1950s in Quebec, the dish can be found everywhere today. Many eateries even serve their traditional poutine with additional flavors, such as butter chicken or pulled pork. Broadly speaking, Canadian dinners will usually feature a large meat entrée of some sort, such as chicken breast, steak, pork chop, hamburger, or ground beef, cooked vegetables (most commonly carrots, peas, green beans, cauliflower, broccoli, or corn), and a grain or starch-based “side” ...

Chechnya, officially the Chechen Republic, is a federal subject of Russia. It is located in the North Caucasus, situated in the southernmost part of Eastern Europe, and within 100 kilometres of the Caspian Sea. The capital of the republic is the city of Grozny. The basis of Chechen cuisine is: meat, leeks, cheese, pumpkin and corn. The main components of Chechen dishes include spicy seasonings, onion, wild garlic, pepper and thyme. Chechen cuisine is known for having rich dishes, and is also typically simple to prepare and easily digestible. Chechen cuisine is simple and quick in preparing. Of course, this is due to the conditions of living of Chechen people. Vainakh (Chechens and Ingush) for the most part lived in the mountains and ate what they grew or produced in this area. That’s why the main ingredients in their dishes are lamb, poultry, cheese, curb, milk, flour, corn, pumpkin, wild garlic, nettle. In different combinations, steamed, boiled, marinated, dried or grilled – t...

Montenegro is a Balkan country with rugged mountains, medieval villages and a narrow strip of beaches along its Adriatic coastline. The Bay of Kotor, resembling a fjord, is dotted with coastal churches and fortified towns such as Kotor and Herceg Novi. Durmitor National Park, home to bears and wolves, encompasses limestone peaks, glacial lakes and 1,300m-deep Tara River Canyon Montenegro is a famous tourist destination. The legendary English romantic poet Lord Bryon once described the country this way: 'At the birth of the planet the most beautiful encounter between land and sea must have been on the Montenegrin coast'. On the territory of Montenegro, a popular strong alcoholic drink - rakija (vodka with an alcohol content of 50-60%) is also produced, beer Niksicko (the only brewery in Montenegro located in Niksic) and even mead. In vino veritas - the truth is in wine! General costs expensive or cheap? Montenegro is not a rich country, but the restaurants virtually a...

Morocco, a North African country bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, is distinguished by its Berber, Arabian and European cultural influences. Marrakesh’s medina, a mazelike medieval quarter, offers entertainment in its Djemaa el-Fna square and souks (marketplaces) selling ceramics, jewelry and metal lanterns. The capital Rabat’s Kasbah of the Udayas is a 12th-century royal fort overlooking the water The main Moroccan dish most people are familiar with is couscous, the old national delicacy. Beef is the most commonly eaten red meat in Morocco, usually eaten in a tagine with a wide selection of vegetables. Chicken is also very commonly used in tagines, or roasted. Authentic Moroccan recipes make use of a lot of spices like ginger, cumin, turmeric and many others, giving Moroccan food that special and very liked flavor. So yes! It's quite spicy– if by spicy you mean using a “lot” of spices. However, authentic Moroccan food is not spicy hot. -------------...

Liechtenstein is a German-speaking, 25km-long principality between Austria and Switzerland. It’s known for its medieval castles, alpine landscapes and villages linked by a network of trails. The capital, Vaduz, a cultural and financial center, is home to Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein, with galleries of modern and contemporary art. The Postmuseum displays Liechtenstein’s postage stamps, Liechtenstein's national dish is "Käsknöpfle". A simple dough made of flour, eggs, water, salt and pepper is the basis for this culinary delight. The finished Knöpfle are served with local cheese, fried onions and apple puree aside. "Ribel" is the name of a dish, which is made out of corn and wheat Perhaps the most traditional of all Luxembourg meat dishes is Judd mat Gaardebounen, smoked collar of pork with broad beans. The pork is soaked overnight, then boiled with vegetables and spices. Served in copious slices together with the beans and boiled potatoes, it is considered to...

San Marino is a mountainous microstate surrounded by north-central Italy. Among the world’s oldest republics, it retains much of its historic architecture. On the slopes of Monte Titano sits the capital, also called San Marino, known for its medieval walled old town and narrow cobblestone streets. The Three Towers, castlelike citadels dating to the 11th century, sit atop Titano’s neighboring peaks You'll find a balance of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fish, and poultry. Two of the most common foods here are pasta and piada, an Italian flatbread. Just like in Italy, the people in San Marino also cook using olive oil. San Marino (known as the Most Serene Republic of San Marino, Italian: Serenissima Repubblica di San Marino) completely surrounded by Italy, is one of the world's smallest countries, and claims to be the world's oldest republic. ... Most cultural attractions are in the capital city, which is also named San Marino. --------------...

Slovakia is a central European country known for its dramatic natural landscape and many castles. Near the Austrian border, capital city Bratislava features a pedestrian-only Old Town with a lively cafe scene. Rising on a hill above the Danube River, Bratislava Castle houses a branch of the Slovak National Museum, with displays ranging from Roman artifacts to 20th-century arts and crafts Bryndzové Halušky, Slovakia's National Dish. Bryndzové halušky can be called Slovakia's national dish without too much debate. This dish of potato spaetzle/gnocchi topped with a sheep's milk cheese sauce and fried bacon is available in every other Slovak restaurant, if not more Probably the most famous local dish is bryndzové halušky – potato dumplings (similar to gnocchi) served with sheep's milk cheese. Other common dishes include lokše – baked potato pancakes – and kapustnica – a soup made with sausage and sauerkraut. ----------------------------------------------------...

Latvia is a country on the Baltic Sea between Lithuania and Estonia. Its landscape is marked by wide beaches as well as dense, sprawling forests. Latvia’s capital is Riga, home to notable wooden and art nouveau architecture, a vast Central Market and a medieval Old Town with St. Peter's Church. Riga's museums include the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum, showcasing local crafts, food and music Karbonade. Pork features heavily on Latvian menus and karbonade is one of the country's most popular dishes. Much like a schnitzel, the pork is pounded flat and then fried in breadcrumbs. It's typically served with a heap of creamy mushrooms on top and with some dill-seasoned potatoes on the side The capital city of Riga is well known for its Art Nouveau architecture. Its old town is filled with such buildings, and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its architecture, much of which dates back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. The most popular sport...

Albania, on Southeastern Europe’s Balkan Peninsula, is a small country with Adriatic and Ionian coastlines and an interior crossed by the Albanian Alps. The country has many castles and archaeological sites. Capital Tirana centers on sprawling Skanderbeg Square, site of the National History Museum, with exhibits spanning antiquity to post-communism, and frescoed Et’hem Bey Mosque One of the best reasons why everyone should include Albania in his or her bucket list's places to see is the food. Albanian gastronomy is excellent, fresh and tasty. You can eat gorgeous dishes in the fanciest restaurants as well as amazing street foods. Better known to the rest of the world as Mother Teresa. She was born in Skopje, which is now a part of Macedonia, and is one of the most beloved religious figures of the 20th century. She is the only Albanian to win a Nobel prize. ------------------------------------------------------------ Translation in Telugu ఆగ్నేయ యూరప్ యొక్క బాల్...

Dagestan, officially the Republic of Dagestan, is a federal subject of Russia, located in the North Caucasus region. Its capital and largest city is Makhachkala, centrally located on the Caspian Sea Dagestan is famous for its local dishes of: hinkal (a tasty pasta/dough-like entity served with garlic sauce and some kind of meat, usually young, boiled lamb), chudu (a quesadilla-like thin dough with special meats, cheeses or vegetables inside), and shashlik (roast shishkabab, usually lamb meat). The importance of khinkal in Dagestani culture should not be underestimated. As Zhanna Abueva says in her cookbook, Dagestani Cuisine which I am liberally paraphrasing throughout this introduction, “Khinkal is our everything. It is sacred, native and eternal, like the mountains of Dagestan, like an ancient dagger. […] It is not just a meal, but an occasion to communicate, moreover with absolute psychological relaxation.” Even Dagestani poets have dedicated their works to the humble khinkal...

Cyprus, officially the Republic of Cyprus, is an island country in the Eastern Mediterranean and the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean, located south of Turkey, west of Syria and Lebanon, northwest of Israel, north of Egypt, and southeast of Greece, Traditional Cypriot foods include souvlakia (grilled meat kebabs), shaftalia (grilled sausage), afella (pork marinated in coriander), fried halloumi cheese, olives, pitta bread, kolokasi (root vegetables), lamb, artichokes, chickpeas and rabbit stews (stifado Of course, “souvla” is what everyone will name as the national dish, which is lamb or pork (and even chicken) meat cooked on a skewer, over open air charcoal. We also have “sheftalia” which is minced pork meat wrapped in lamb's stomach, cooked over open air charcoal, served in Cyprus pitta bread. A traditional breakfast often consists of olives, juicy tomatoes and baby cucumbers, fried/grilled halloumi, eggs and lountza (Cypriot bacon/sausa...

Estonia, a country in Northern Europe, borders the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland. Including more than 1,500 islands, its diverse terrain spans rocky beaches, old-growth forest and many lakes. Formerly part of the Soviet Union, it's dotted with castles, churches and hilltop fortresses. The capital, Tallinn, is known for its preserved Old Town, museums and the 314m-high Tallinn TV Tower, which has an observation deck Estonia, a country in Northern Europe, borders the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland. Including more than 1,500 islands, its diverse terrain spans rocky beaches, old-growth forest and many lakes. Formerly part of the Soviet Union, it's dotted with castles, churches and hilltop fortresses. The capital, Tallinn, is known for its preserved Old Town, museums and the 314m-high Tallinn TV Tower, which has an observation deck Estonia, a country in Northern Europe, borders the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland. Including more than 1,500 islands, its diverse terrain spans roc...

Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic. It is separated from Great Britain to its east by the North Channel, the Irish Sea, and St George's Channel. Ireland is the second-largest island of the British Isles, the third-largest in Europe, and the twentieth-largest on Earth Irish Champ Ireland's traditional food most certainly includes champ. Champ is probably one of the best known of Irish dishes and it's a very simple one. Mashed potatoes made with good milk, butter and scallions (spring onions). Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish-inspired foods like corned beef and cabbage, shepherd's pie and Irish soda bread Irish Stew is a thick hearty dish of mutton, potatoes, and onions and undisputedly the national dish of Ireland. Within the dish are many of the ingredients synonymous with the island, potatoes being one of the most recognized ---------------------------------------------------------- Translation in Telugu ఐర్లాండ్ ఉత్తర అట్లా...

Qatar is a peninsular Arab country whose terrain comprises arid desert and a long Persian (Arab) Gulf shoreline of beaches and dunes. Also on the coast is the capital, Doha, known for its futuristic skyscrapers and other ultramodern architecture Qatar Airways Company Q.C.S.C., operating as Qatar Airways, is the state-owned flag carrier of Qatar, its World No 1 Airline Qatari cuisine is made up of traditional Arab cuisine. Machbūs, a meal consisting of rice, meat, and vegetables, is the national dish in Qatar. Seafood and dates are staple food items in the country. Many of these dishes are also used in other countries in the region, because they share many commonalities While meal prices in Qatar can vary, the average cost of food in Qatar is QAR17 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Qatar should cost around QAR7 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. Economy class meal portions wil...

Mexico is a country between the U.S. and Central America that's known for its Pacific and Gulf of Mexico beaches and its diverse landscape of mountains, deserts and jungles. Ancient ruins such as Teotihuacán and the Mayan city of Chichén Itzá are scattered throughout the country, as are Spanish colonial-era towns. In capital Mexico City, upscale shops, renowned museums and gourmet restaurants cater to modern life Mexican food is popular because it's full of flavor. The Mexican dishes include healthy and fresh ingredients like avocados, beans, chiles, tomatoes and other vegetables, and different types of meat like beef, chicken, pork, and fish even rabbit, lamb, among others used in tacos, tamales or soups. Lunch is the main meal of the day and often includes two courses. The first course is usually a salad or soup, referred to as consume. This is usually followed by a main course of meat, chicken or seafood served with rice, beans and corn tortillas. -------------...

Finland is a Northern European nation bordering Sweden, Norway and Russia. Its capital, Helsinki, occupies a peninsula and surrounding islands in the Baltic Sea. Helsinki is home to the 18th-century sea fortress Suomenlinna, the fashionable Design District and diverse museums. The Northern Lights can be seen from the country's Arctic Lapland province, a vast wilderness with national parks and ski resorts Finland is famous for its glassware, and one of the most iconic and valuable brands is Iittala, which has been making glass since 1881 and now has filled practically every Finnish home with glass items. They last so long that it is common for people to inherit Iittala items from their relatives. Food is expensive in Finland. And not only when it comes to eating in restaurants, also buying the food for home in the supermarkets costs much more in the country o ice and snow than in most of Europe At breakfast, Finns make rye sandwiches which include butter, cheese and a slice o...

Kuwait, an Arab country on the Persian (Arabian) Gulf, has cultural heritage dating back to antiquity. Kuwait City, the capital, is known for its modern architecture, ranging from skyscrapers to the striking Kuwait Towers, water towers whose design recalls the tiled domes of a classic mosque. The Tareq Rajab Museum houses a rich collection of ethnographic artifacts and Islamic art Originally Answered: What is Kuwait famous for? Kuwait is famous for The Liberation Tower. Kuwait's Liberation Tower is some 372 metres high, making it the second tallest structure in all of Kuwait City, as well as the 38th tallest free-standing structure in the world Machboos : It is considered as the national dish of Kuwait. Machboos is a rice dish served with meat (chicken, lamb, fish). Basmati Rice is cooked with saffron and rose water. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Translation in Telugu పెర్షియన్ (అరేబియా) గల్ఫ్‌లోని అరబ్ దేశమైన...

Brunei is a tiny nation on the island of Borneo, in 2 distinct sections surrounded by Malaysia and the South China Sea. It's known for its beaches and biodiverse rainforest, much of it protected within reserves. The capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, is home to the opulent Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah mosque and its 29 golden domes. The capital's massive Istana Nurul Iman palace is the residence of Brunei’s ruling sultan Some Facts About Sultan Of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah Brunei King LifeStyle Dishes from Brunei are often spicy, and are commonly eaten with either rice or noodles. Beef rendang, nasi lemak and puteri nanas, are popular foods in Brunei. Brunei's proud national dish. Derived from the interior trunk of the sago palm tree, ambuyat consists of a mix of starchy, solid whites (similar to tapioca starch) and water. Served sticky with a dip called cacah (usually sour and spicy), ambuyat is completely edible without chewing it Brunei is famous in southeast Asia for its...

Nigeria, an African country on the Gulf of Guinea,Capital City Abuja, Big City Lagos, has many natural landmarks and wildlife reserves. Protected areas such as Cross River National Park and Yankari National Park have waterfalls From Jollof rice and pounded yams, to pepper soup and beef stew, here are the classic Nigerian dishes every aspiring home chef needs to try. Be warned: Nigerians like their suya (and most dishes, to be honest) spicy. Once the meat is marinated and grilled, over-enthusiastic cooks will often sprinkle on more spice. A pancake-like bread helps balance out the flavor. The chicken is cooked with bones and all, which helps keep the meat moist and flavorful. Dinner should be taken latest 8 pm (especially for those on weight loss diet and for those rooting for flat tummy, 7 pm is the latest time for us). ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Translation in Telugu గినియా గల్ఫ్, క్యాపిటల...

Belarus, a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, In the modern capital, Minsk, is known for its Stalinist architecture, grand fortifications and primeval forests. the monumental KGB Headquarters loom over Independence Square, while the Museum of the Great Patriotic War commemorates the country’s role in WWII. The capital is also home to many churches And Museums, Draniki Recipe: The national dish of Belarus – Draniki Draniki is a Belarusian style shallow fried potato pancakes made of grated potatoes. It is a traditional Belarusian dish still very popular in present day Belarus. The most common drinks served in the houses of Belarusian gentry were liqueurs, nastoikas and nalivkas (sweet and strong alcoholic beverages based on vodka and enhanced with herbs, berries, honey, spices and sugar). The most popular of them were called krupnik, zubrovka, krambambulya and troyanka. Belarus is also famous for its beautiful nature and is often referred to as a land of beautiful lakes, vi...

Oman, a nation on the Arabian Peninsula, has terrain encompassing desert, riverbed oases and long coastlines on the Persian (Arabian) Gulf, Arabian Sea and Gulf of Oman. Wahiba Sands is a region of dunes inhabited by Bedouins. The port capital, Muscat, is home to the massive, contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, and the old waterfront Muttrah quarter, with a labyrinthine souk and busy fish Market, Oman is famous for fresh, sea air of breathing. Muscat is famous for dazzling souks and superb sea food do not miss the famous Omani sweets known as Omani Halva. Gum or Omani bread is not easily found outside Oman. But Oman terrain brings the biggest thrills. Food is not expensive in Oman, in fact, it's very cheap! Even the smallest villages usually have a coffee shop. And in Oman a coffee shop means food. These little restaurants are mostly run by people from India, Bangladesh and Pakistan and sell delicious dosas, curries, biryani, rice and more. ----------------------...

China is a populous nation in East Asia whose vast landscape encompasses grassland, desert, mountains, lakes, rivers and more than 14,000km of coastline. Capital Beijing mixes modern architecture with historic sites such as the Forbidden City palace complex and Tiananmen Square. Shanghai is a skyscraper-studded global financial center. The iconic Great Wall of China runs east-west across the country,  It is also widely believed among the Chinese people that snake soup is a "warming" food, which heats up the body (or gives it yang which can balance the "cooling" yin during the winter season. Sweet and Sour Pork. Sweet and Sour Pork. ... Kung Pao Chicken. Kung Pao Chicken. ... Spring Rolls. Spring Rolls. ... Ma Po Tofu. Ma Po Tofu. ... Dumplings. Dumplings. ... Wonton. Wonton. ... Fried Rice. Yangzhou Fried Rice. ... Chow Mein. Chow Mein ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Translation in ...

Colombia is a country at the northern tip of South America. It's landscape is marked by rainforests, Andes mountains and numerous coffee plantations. In the high-altitude capital, Bogotá, the Zona Rosa district is known for its restaurants and shops. Cartagena, on the Caribbean coast, has a walled colonial Old Town, a 16th-century castle and nearby coral reefs Colombia's national dish , without a doubt, is the bandeja paisa. Reigning from the Antioquia region (where Medellín is located, and where natives are referred to as paisas), the bandeja paisa is a feast that is not for the faint-hearted. Overall, when it comes to Latin America, the best food is in Peru in my opinion. One of the best things about traveling to Colombia is the food. The delicious fruits, great beer, huge platters and service are some of the best in the world. Depending on your taste, you will either love or hate the food. -------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Kyrgyzstan is a rugged Central Asian country along the Silk Road, the ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean. The Tian Shan mountains, which surround the old caravan route and dominate the country, are home to snow leopards, lynx and sheep. In the south, the millennia-old city of Osh has a huge, busy bazaar that was once a stop on the Silk Road Bishkek capital The most famous place in Kyrgyzstan by far is Lake Issyk Kul, nicknamed “the Pearl of Central Asia.” Lake Issyk Kul is the world's second largest alpine lake. It's ringed by snowcapped Tien Shan Mountains, offers a variety of water sports and resorts, and also houses the remains of ancient settlements in its depths. The most popular Kazakh dish is 'besbarmak'. It is the main dish of the national cuisine and is translated as 'five fingers', and because the dish is eaten with hands. Classic recipe of Besbarmak is usually boiling a broth with several types of meat (horse meat, lamb, ...