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🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Housewives still like to prepare meat this way: experts shake their heads and strongly recommend against it

Experts advise against the traditional practice of washing meat before cooking, highlighting its potential health risks given modern food safety knowledge.

Feb 26 • 16:53 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Samba, Herring and a Grand Party: See How Estonians Celebrated the Republic's Anniversary in Tenerife

Estonians living and vacationing in Tenerife came together to celebrate their country's 108th anniversary with traditional food, music, and a gala.

Feb 26 • 14:03 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Action and Pepco nibble at Lidl and Biedronka. Unusual popularity in Poland

Discount non-food chains like Action and Pepco are increasingly popular in Poland, posing challenges for traditional hypermarkets.

Feb 26 • 12:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ramadan in Tunisia: The Authenticity of Taste and the Charm of Family Gatherings

Tunisians cherish Ramadan as a time for family gatherings and delicious traditional meals, offering an escape from daily life stresses.

Feb 26 • 06:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Decree allows fish trade at Feira do Praeirinho after bans in Cuiabá

Cuiabá's traditional Feira do Praeirinho can now legally sell fish after a new decree was published, setting health and safety standards for vendors.

Feb 25 • 15:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Come enjoy buckwheat transformed into ‘Dujjeonbyeong’... The Jeongseon Buckwheat Jeonbyeong Festival starts on the 28th

The first Jeongseon Buckwheat Jeonbyeong Festival will be held from the 28th to March 2nd, celebrating the traditional buckwheat pancake and its modern variations.

Feb 25 • 06:44 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Monaldi, a food container used for Domenico's heart. But the thermal boxes remained unused

In a surprising incident, a traditional food container was used during a heart surgery at Monaldi Hospital in Naples due to the failure to utilize modern thermal boxes that were available but not operated by the surgeons due to lack of training.

Feb 25 • 05:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Why what we often cook is not the Italian classic pasta carbonara

The article discusses the differences between the Italian classic pasta carbonara and its Latvian interpretations, highlighting key ingredients and cooking methods that diverge from the traditional recipe.

Feb 24 • 22:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Lenten Dishes: Traditional Dishes from All Over Bavaria

The article explores traditional Bavarian dishes associated with the Lenten season, highlighting the cultural significance of food during this period of fasting.

Feb 24 • 14:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Once the food of the poor... Today these Indian dishes are the pride of a five-star menu

A look at how traditional Indian dishes, once humble and meant for the poor, have transformed into luxury items on five-star restaurant menus.

Feb 24 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sales of herring sandwiches in stores multiply on the Republic Day

On Estonia's Republic Day, the sales of herring sandwiches see a significant increase in stores as they have become a symbolic dish for the holiday.

Feb 23 • 19:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Swap avocado for a 'phenomenal' veg on toast that's smoother and 'shockingly delicious'

This article suggests replacing traditional avocado toast with lima beans on toast as a delicious and economical alternative.

Feb 23 • 14:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I'm a home cook — this speedy alternative for mash is perfect for a fish pie

A home cook shares a quick and inventive alternative to traditional mashed potatoes for fish pie, using gnocchi instead.

Feb 23 • 13:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

My Italian grandma always added 1 simple ingredient to bolognese sauce for tastier results

An Italian grandma's secret ingredient enhances the traditional bolognese sauce's flavor and creaminess.

Feb 23 • 03:59 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The End of the Maaselitsa Celebrated in Setomaa

The End of the Maaselitsa was celebrated across Setomaa with traditional activities, including curling and food.

Feb 22 • 19:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ramadan in Damascus: The Resilience of the 'Table Setting' and the Decline of 'Serving' Due to Inflation

Ramadan in Damascus witnesses bustling markets filled with shoppers seeking traditional foods and drinks, despite economic challenges affecting practices around serving and feasting.

Feb 22 • 06:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Clean Monday: What applies to the farmers' markets – Which supermarkets will be open and at what hours

Farmers' markets in Greece will operate normally on Clean Monday, allowing consumers to purchase traditional foods for the holiday.

Feb 21 • 19:10 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Clean Monday: The local markets will operate normally

Local markets in Greece will operate normally on Clean Monday, allowing consumers to purchase traditional festive foods.

Feb 21 • 18:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This traditional dish Finns cannot stand: 'The thought of eating it disgusts me'

A survey revealed that many Finns find certain traditional dishes disgusting, highlighting significant culinary preferences among the population.

Feb 21 • 14:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

This lasagna is great - Mari's easy trick works

Food influencer Mari Moilanen has introduced a quicker, simpler version of lasagna that omits the traditional white sauce.

Feb 21 • 06:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

WEEKLY RECIPES ⟩ What to pick for the Estonian birthday feast from Jõgevamaa?

The article explores traditional Estonian dishes to serve during the Republic's birthday celebration, focusing on culinary elements from the Jõgevamaa region.

Feb 20 • 20:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

From Benin to Cameroon, solutions to the high cost of food in traditional poultry farming

This article discusses initiatives in Benin and Cameroon aimed at addressing the high costs of feeding traditional poultry farming, which is critical to local economies.

Feb 19 • 23:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Do You Know the Food 'Bokgwa' for the First Full Moon?

The article discusses 'Bokgwa', a traditional food associated with the Korean festival of the First Full Moon, highlighting its ingredients and preparation methods.

Feb 19 • 20:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

A Journey into the Heart of Egyptian Cuisine between the "Béchamel" of Palaces and the "Raqaq" of Ancestors and the Victories of "Um Ali"

This article explores the rich history and cultural significance of traditional Egyptian dishes, highlighting the stories behind iconic meals such as Béchamel pasta, Raqaq, and Um Ali.

Feb 19 • 10:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Full English fry-up under threat as trendy GenZ tastes take over

The traditional Full English breakfast is evolving as Gen Z replaces black pudding with trendy alternatives like kimchi and curry leftovers.

Feb 19 • 00:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

With one-hour queues: This is El Parnita, the eatery in Roma where AMLO ate

El Parnita, a traditional Mexican eatery in Roma, has gained popularity and long queues, highlighted by a recent visit from President AMLO.

Feb 18 • 20:18 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Stars of the 'Trio of Saudi Cuisine': The Story of Kabsa, Jareesh, and Hanini

The article explores the significance of traditional Saudi dishes, particularly Kabsa, during Ramadan, highlighting their cultural importance and historical evolution.

Feb 18 • 08:06 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Have 'coupons' become an alternative to Ramadan tables in Gaza?

In Gaza, as Ramadan begins, many families are forced to rely on coupons for food instead of enjoying the traditional communal meals due to the devastation caused by war and food shortages.

Feb 18 • 07:23 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How to make coconut chutney on a stone grinder, told by the uncle from the South Indian stall

A South Indian vendor shares his traditional recipe for coconut chutney, emphasizing the superior taste achieved by using a stone grinder instead of a modern mixer.

Feb 18 • 06:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The famous 4-year-old chef who shows the ideal recipe to make dumplings and celebrate the Chinese New Year

A four-year-old chef shares a traditional dumpling recipe to celebrate Chinese New Year, highlighting their growing popularity in Western society.

Feb 17 • 16:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

"White Table".. A Traditional Ramadan Custom Adorning the Table on the First Day in the Syrian Coast

The custom known as "Taba'eed al-Safra" witnesses Syrian coastal communities preparing a festive white table of food on the first day of Ramadan, symbolizing purity and optimism for the month ahead.

Feb 17 • 14:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Help end child malnutrition, Oluremi Tinubu begs traditional, religious leaders

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on traditional and religious leaders in Nigeria to support the government's initiative to combat child malnutrition through its National Community Food Bank programme.

Feb 17 • 13:51 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Iconic goulash with a special seasoning: so delicious that it will disappear as soon as it's served

The article presents a recipe for a traditional goulash made with boneless pork shoulder, emphasizing its preparation and the rich flavors that make it a lasting dish in Central and Eastern Europe.

Feb 17 • 11:49 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Price Comparison: See how much you will have to pay for a shrove bun this year?

The article provides a price comparison of traditional shrove buns available in Estonia for Shrove Tuesday, highlighting the best deals from various retailers.

Feb 17 • 09:05 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Jam or marzipan? This is how Swedish Finns want their semlor

The article discusses the different preferences for filling semlor, the traditional Swedish pastry, highlighting the contrast between Swedish and Finnish preferences.

Feb 17 • 08:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Beef Bone Soup, Omisanjeok, Pan-fried Cod, Japchae... Shall We Eat New Year's Food and Aim for Gold Medals?

Korean athletes celebrating the Lunar New Year abroad are experiencing the holiday spirit through traditional foods while preparing for competitions at the Winter Olympics.

Feb 17 • 07:56 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Anna Håkansson: I Used to Love the Gluttonous Semlas, But This Year Everything Has Changed

Anna Håkansson reflects on her changing relationship with semlas, a traditional Swedish pastry, as she now uses appetite-suppressing injections.

Feb 17 • 07:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Patriotic songs and robots doing somersaults at the gala that 1 billion Chinese watch to kick off their New Year

The article describes the extravagant celebrations of Chinese New Year in a small city in eastern China, where traditional food and the highly viewed CCTV Spring Festival Gala are central to the festivities.

Feb 16 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pamonhada of Paraibuna expects to receive 23 thousand people

The traditional Pamonhada event in Paraibuna, São Paulo, is expected to attract around 23,000 attendees from Sunday to Tuesday.

Feb 16 • 17:27 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Andreas Laggou's '81' is much more than a cookbook

The article reflects on the sentimental value and personal significance of traditional Greek cookbooks, particularly highlighting the connection between family recipes and cultural heritage.

Feb 16 • 12:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

This year's Lenten table is more expensive – How much will the laganas, halva, and seafood cost

Consumers in Greece will have to spend significantly more this year for traditional Lenten foods, with sharp price increases reported for seafood and halva.

Feb 16 • 08:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

You're making pancakes wrong – easy method takes much less time than stacking

A home cook demonstrates an easy method for making pancakes that is quicker and more efficient than traditional stacking, perfect for Pancake Day.

Feb 16 • 04:11 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

What can you eat on an island at the bottom of the world?

Cape Barren Island relies on a monthly barge and limited air deliveries for food supplies, impacting prices and availability for its residents.

Feb 15 • 20:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Weight Loss Pens and Bets Are Already Taking Up Space in the Budget for Food, Beverages, Hygiene, and Cleaning

Brazilians are allocating less of their budgets to essential fast-moving consumer goods due to the rise of non-traditional expenditures like weight loss pens and betting services.

Feb 15 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cuscuz with egg, ketchup, sausage bread, and 'meat on the vegan's plate': revelers dress as food at the carnival in Olinda

Revelers at the Olinda Carnival in Brazil showcased inventive costumes inspired by traditional foods and condiments, celebrating regional cuisine in a playful manner.

Feb 15 • 15:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Did you know these things about Shrove Tuesday?

The article discusses Shrove Tuesday traditions in Finland, particularly highlighting the popularity of 'laskiaispulla', a traditional cream-filled bun.

Feb 15 • 09:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

When is pancake day 2026 - and traditional food to eat the day before

Pancake Day in 2026 falls on Shrove Tuesday, a tradition where people make pancakes before the fasting period of Lent.

Feb 15 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

“Don’t Sit on the Floor While Cooking Jeon”: Five Health Principles for Preparing Food During Seollal

As Seollal approaches, the article offers five health tips for families preparing traditional dishes to avoid pain and discomfort from common cooking practices.

Feb 15 • 05:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

During the historical period of Mėsieda, Lithuanians filled their bellies not only with pancakes

The article discusses the historical significance of the Mėsieda period in Lithuania, characterized by feasting and preparation for Lent.

Feb 15 • 05:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Two Easy Recipes from the 'Great Lady of Greek Cuisine'

A new cookbook showcases traditional Greek recipes by Vefa Alexiadou, highlighting her influence on Mediterranean cuisine.

Feb 15 • 04:25 UTC

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