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United States

In the US, 70% of all antibiotics produced are used in the production of food!
The term coffee break was invented in the US in the 1950s to promote more consumption of it.


Japan

Sushi is a ‘once-in-a-while’ dish in Japan. And it doesn't always include raw fish - there are many varieties with pickles, veggies, and other ingredients such as ‘natto’, which is fermented soybeans.
The reproductive organs of the male fugu (blowfish) are considered to be a great delicacy.
Sumo Wrestlers eat only one meal per day - a BIG one!


Korea

The traditional method of making Kimchee in Korea calls for the use of salted fish guts as the primary fermenting agent.


Mexico

Mole Poblano, sometimes called the National Dish of Mexico, includes turkey and chocolate.


Thailand

Tom Yum Soup (Hot and Sour) is sometimes made with ants, which provide acidity.


Italy

Before tomatoes found their way to Italy, fermented sardines were commonly used in pasta sauces.


India

The word curry is a derivative of the Tamil word ‘Kari’, which means ‘sauce’. Curry actually refers to a combination of spices used in the creation of Indian cuisine.


From Elsewhere...

In some parts of Asia, eating a raw cobra gall bladder is considered to be healthy for men.
In beef-savvy South American countries like Agentina, pure white fat in beef is considered to be unhealthy & unacceptable. The fat should have a yellowish tinge, which would indicate that the animal was fed on grass only. Smart.