The U.S. is a vast country. A wide range of topography, climates, culture, political views, social norms, traditions can vary significantly from state to state. It is not surprising that every state has its unique manner of cooking and some food varieties you would never expect!
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Nowadays, wine is the most popular alcoholic beverage drunk worldwide. Generally produced from fermented grape extract, many civilizations have created and liked wine for thousands of years. The starting of wine production can be traced back to 6 thousand years BCE from the territories where Georgia and Armenia are now located.
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Italian cuisine is highly regarded and has a global reputation for its diversity, abundance of taste, flavors, and use of fresh ingredients. It has made a significant impact on culinary traditions worldwide and is loved by many. Moreover, it influenced several cuisines around the world.
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Alcohol purchasing and consumption per capita also vary widely across U.S. states due to factors such as cultural norms, demographics, economic conditions, and regulations (each state has the authority to establish its own laws and regulations regarding the sale and consumption of alcohol). Keep in mind that the data might have changed since then. Generally, states with higher alcohol purchasing per capita might have more lenient alcohol regulations, a stronger drinking culture, or a higher concentration of tourists.
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Food security is a highly complex issue that requires a systems view integrating multiple dimensions and aspects of the food system. Food availability, quality, access, utilization, and the stability of each of these components depend on agricultural production, employment, poverty, economic growth, climate, human health, biodiversity loss, water, pollution, consumption, and societal norms
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Ever wondered why your cousin from Georgia calls every soft drink a “Coke”? Or why Midwesterners insist on saying “pop”? Dive into the bubbling world of American soda terminology with two eye-opening maps and a wild list of regional nicknames for our favorite fizzy refreshments.
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Different cultures have distinct preferences when it comes to meat consumption. While Europeans favor pork and Americans prefer chicken, coastal nations often lead in fish consumption. This comprehensive analysis reveals the fascinating patterns of global meat preferences and their cultural significance.
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Dive into a comprehensive journey through American beer culture, from state-by-state consumption patterns to the evolving landscape of brewing, revealing surprising insights into how and why Americans drink beer.
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With a comprehensive world map, you can see how the world is divided between those who prefer pasta and rice, as well as where each dish originates, how eating habits are evolving, and which is healthier.
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Find out which Irish county has the most pubs per capita, why rural pubs are under pressure, and how pub culture varies across Ireland.
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