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Greece

The classical inheritance, and the modern state that has to live beside it.

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Bulgogi

Thin, marinated beef slices grilled over fire or on a griddle.
1:18

Greek salad

A fresh, chopped salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, feta, olives, oregano, lemon juice, and olive oil — traditionally Greek, with regional variations.
9:11

Ouzo

Ouzo isn’t just a drink—it’s a legal boundary drawn in aniseed.

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9:04

Cider

Cider is an alcoholic drink made from the fermented juice of apples.
8:28

Cognac

Cognac is a variety of brandy named after the commune of Cognac, France, made under strict appellation rules.
8:54

Consommé

Consommé is a clear soup made from richly flavoured stock that has been clarified, traditionally with egg whites, and served on its own or used as the base for other dishes.
9:26

Escargot

Escargot is the name English speakers use for edible land snails, which French cooks return to their shells with garlic butter.