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Würchwitzer Mite Cheese
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Würchwitzer Mite Cheese

You'll love it almost as much as the critters clinging to the rind.
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Alex Mayyasi Added by Alex Mayyasi
Kaffeost
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Kaffeost

In northern Scandinavia, cups of coffee get enhanced with cheese.
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Leigh ChavezBush Added by Leigh ChavezBush
Glögg
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Glögg

The aroma of this mulled wine has been compared to “a warmed-up bowl of Froot Loops.”
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Abbey Perreault Added by Abbey Perreault
Kräftskiva
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Kräftskiva

Don your party hat, sing, and chow down at these seasonal Swedish crayfish feasts.
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CoolCrab Added by CoolCrab
Smørrebrød
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Smørrebrød

Denmark's open-faced sandwiches are equal parts decadent and decorative.
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Amarula Cream Liqueur
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Amarula Cream Liqueur

A sweet and nutty liqueur made with the fruit of the "elephant tree."
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Kvass
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Kvass

You can find authentic versions of this sour Slavic brew at street stalls and monasteries.
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rachelrummel Added by rachelrummel
Licorice Root
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Licorice Root

The washed and dried root of the licorice plant was once a popular natural “candy.”
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Dr Alan P Newman Added by Dr Alan P Newman
Rauchbier
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Rauchbier

Only a few breweries still make smoky beer in this classic German style.
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Lángos
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Lángos

This Hungarian fried dough can make a rich breakfast or trusty hangover cure.
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Susie Armitage Added by Susie Armitage
Surströmming
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Surströmming

The pickled Baltic herring has an explosive reputation.
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Sam OBrien Added by Sam OBrien
Chaga Mushroom
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Chaga Mushroom

This coffee additive and killer of trees has a reputation as a medical marvel.
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rachelrummel Added by rachelrummel
Hagelslag
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Hagelslag

The bread and butter of Dutch cuisine includes these jumbo sprinkles.
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rachelrummel Added by rachelrummel
Herring Under a Fur Coat
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Herring Under a Fur Coat

The most sobering salad of the Russian Civil War.
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cecilyannwong Added by cecilyannwong