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Examples of Drinks for Breakfast from Various Countries

Eliza

Drinks for breakfast in this world seem to be dominated by coffee, tea, chocolate, and orange juice. According to Andrew Dalby in his book The Breakfast Book, tea is the most popular for breakfast.

This plant, which originates from the mountains of southwest China, is the most consumed breakfast drink in Southeast Asia, Korea and Japan. It is also the breakfast drink of India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka and the Middle East. Not to forget the UK, which is synonymous with milk tea, also serves tea at breakfast.

Like food, drinks for breakfast in various countries are also unique and distinctive, here are some examples.

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Cafe Reverse from Switzerland

This drink is the opposite of the French café au lait. If a café au lait is black coffee topped with a layer of hot milk, then a café renverse is hot milk topped with a little espresso.

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Dessert Recipes

Embracing Anatolian Sweetness: A Straightforward Turkish Dessert Recipe

Eliza

The culinary landscape of Turkey is an exquisite tapestry, richly interwoven with a profound appreciation for both savory and sweet delights. While Turkish cuisine is celebrated globally for its robust kebabs and aromatic stews, its dessert repertoire, often characterized by its judicious sweetness and nuanced textures, remains an underexplored realm for many. Contrary to popular misconception, not all Turkish desserts demand an arcane mastery of confectionery; indeed, many are remarkably straightforward, inviting even the novice baker into their delectable embrace. This discourse aims to demystify one such approachable indulgence, offering a clear pathway to crafting an authentic Anatolian sweet treat within the confines of your own kitchen.

The Allure of Irmik Helvası: A Semolina Symphony

Among the pantheon of Turkish confections, Irmik Helvası (Semolina Halva) stands as a testament to understated elegance. It is a dessert of humble origins, yet it possesses a profound capacity to comfort and delight. Its … Read more