Many cultures have local alternatives to more widely produced and traded products. For example, from Slow Food USA comes Alaskan birch syrup, the local sweet and creamy alternative to the more well-known maple syrup. Birch syrup has a bold, piquant flavors similar to sorghum or horehound candy. In Alaska, it is used in marinades, barbeque sauces, baked beans, coffee, breads, sodas and ice cream. What food traditions are unique to your region? Nominate them to the Ark of Taste!
Posted on: Tue, 06 Aug 2013 13:16:48 +0000