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November 25, 2008 | permalink |


We serve up a spicy mix of culinary cultures for today's Geo Quiz:

We're looking for the names of two countries today, two countries separated by oceans and continents. But don't be surprised to see spices and herbs and recipes from both of these countries turning up in some Thanksgiving feasts.

Chef Rohini Dey says it's not that surprising really:

"There are a lot of common ingredients such as the black bean in the fejoada, coconut milk, guava, plantain, rice, corn, and spices that were brought from the Portuguese to both coasts."

Head Chef Maneet Chauhan and owner Rohini Dey (right)Head Chef Maneet Chauhan and owner Rohini Dey (right)

We'll hear more about her new spin on an old menu, one that borrows culinary ideas from two countries. One is the largest country in South America.

The other is the 7th largest country in the world...





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