& Travel quotes
Man seeks to change the foods available in nature to suit his tastes, thereby putting an end to the very essence of life contained in them. - Sai Baba ++++
Traveling, you realize that differences are lost: each city takes to resembling all cities, places exchange their form, order, distances, a shapeless dust cloud invades the continents. - Italo Calvino
WORLD CELEBRATIONS Find out what's on today HERE all around the world...
World National Days
Equatorial Guinea 12 October (Independence from Spain 1968)
Trivia: Beer is extremely pricey in Equatorial Guinea? However, a cheap local sugarcane brew is easily available. More...
Spain 12 October (Fiesta Nacional de España, Columbus discovery of America 1492)
Trivia: The quill pen is thought to have originated in Spain about 1400 years ago.
Fiji 10 October (Fiji Day, independence from United Kingdom 1970)
Trivia: Fiji water really does come from Fiji! In the United States, Fiji Water is one of the priciest water brands. Read more...
Republic of China (commonly known as "Taiwan") 10 October (Double Ten Day, outbreak of the Wuchang Insurgence that led to founding of the Republic of China (1911)
Trivia: Garbage trucks play music and you can throw garbage directly into them.
Uganda 9 October (Independence Day, from the United Kingdom 1962, also a republic)
Trivia: Pan fried grasshoppers are a special treat in Uganda.
Egypt 6 October (Armed Forces Day, the beginning of the October War 1973)
Trivia: For ancient Egyptians, bread was the most important food and beer was their favorite drink. Models of brewers were even left in tombs to ensure that the deceased had plenty of beer in the next world. Read more facts....
Lesotho 4 October (Independence from the United Kingdom 1966)
Trivia: Lesotho is the highest country in the world, and is called the ‘kingdom of the sky’ or ‘the roof of Africa’.
Germany 3 October (German Unity Day, unification of West Germany and East Germany 1990)
Trivia: There are over 1,500 different beers in Germany. Beer is officially considered a food in Bavaria.
Iraq 3 October (Independence from United Kingdom 1932)
Trivia: Iraq’s national dish is masgouf (spit-roasted fish) and its national cookie is kleicha (meaning circle or wheel), both of which can be traced back to antiquity.
South Korea 3 October (Gaecheonjeol, the ancient Korea founded in 2333 BC)
Trivia: South Koreans love sweet potato flavoured delicacies to such an extent that there is every possible dish flavoured with sweet potato - main courses, desserts, chips, latte, bread and salads
Guinea (Independence from France 1958 on 2 October)
Trivia: The highest point in Guinea is Mount Nimba (1,752 m).
India 2 October (Birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, Father of the Nation)
Trivia: Marigold flowers are used as decoration for Hindu marriages and are a symbol of good fortune and happiness.
People's Republic of China 1 October (Proclamation of People's Republic of China 1949)
Trivia: One in every five people in the world is Chinese.
Hong Kong 1 October (National Day of the People's Republic of China)
Trivia: Hong Kong has one of the world's highest per-capita concentrations of cafes and restaurants at one restaurant for every 600 people.
Macau 1 October (National Day of the People's Republic of China)
Trivia: Macau is the only place in China where gambling is allowed.
Cyprus 1 October (Independence Day 1960)
Trivia: The Cypriot dessert wine commandaria is recognized as the world's oldest named wine.
Nigeria 1 October (Independence Day, from United Kingdom 1960 (and republic 1963
Trivia: Nigerians account for a fifth of the total population of Black Africa.
Tuvalu 1 October (Independence Day, independence from the Gilbert Islands (Kiribati) 1975 and the United Kingdom 1978)
Trivia: The name Tuvalu refers to the country's eight traditionally inhabited islands (eight standing together) although there are nine islands in the country.
Botswana 30 September (Independence from the United Kingdom in 1966)
Trivia: Botswana is Africa’s longest surviving democracy.
SMART TRAVELLING ~~~ How safe is your destination? BEFORE you travel - check out the travel advisories for the countries you plan to visit. ++++
Do you need a visa? Many countries require visitors to have a visa - others do not. Australian travellers -
Everybody's talking... but what languages do local people speak in each of the world's countries? |
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OK, Christmas is almost on our doorstep... But do you know which are the world's most favouroite Christmas trees? |
.............and Apps and DVDs
Travel is in the air, and some may need a little coaching in how to do it...
If you would like to know the secrets of many countries...
Before your next trip... study the questions (and answers) in this book. You'll find answers to many things you might see and eat.
Expect the unexpected with this fascinating 'atlas'. Make discoveries worldwide....
Trivia buffs - this book is for you. Especially if you love to travel...
If you love a bit of mystery and wackiness with your travel, this book is for you.
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Www.Foodandtravel.Com.Au - Australia Best Food Travel Website 2021
foodandtravel.com.au has been awardedBest Antipodean Culinary Travel Expert, 2019by the prestigious UK-based magazine... |
Planning a visit to Kerala? The old port district of Kochi is well worth seeing, as well.
Our tuk-tuk driver, Shaheer, showed us the secrets of the narrow back streets. To contact Shaheer...
Mobile: 9946129040
LISTEN TO SALLY'S PODCASTS... ...from all around the world
Tune in and hear her talks on Radio 2GB 873AM....
WHO LIKES SWISS CHEESE? Did you miss seeing the recent story of the Swiss festival of cows coming down from the mountains?
Denmark Delivers Copenhagen's canals, a palace with pomp and cermnony, a kilometre-long shopping street, crayon-cooured canal-front dining... ...what more can a visitor ask for? Find out, because there is much more.
History and beauty with a dash of fun... ...and that's just the beginning of Armenia!
Zany Zadar & Croatia's north Crazy and beautiful, a place everyone should visit.
Lovely Lisbon ~ and beyond. Sardines and secrets!
Two virtual visits to Ontario AND
Where is Tbilisi? Once you discover its beauty and history, you will be making plans to visit as soon as you can. Read more....
Madrid the marvelous - so much to see in Spain's capital.
If you missed reading about Thailand's organic produce....
Here's something fun to check out! The world's most popular surnames ....
~ Northern Spain ~ mountains and miracles - and much more! After this journey, many people will never see the world the same way again.
Visit Portugal's beautiful hearl.... Gondolas, cathedrals, cakes and a palace thrown in for good measure.
And how about these vineyards in Georgia? See other gardens in strange locations here....
Make your own food and travel videos? YES YOU CAN! Gordon Hammond gives some insider tips.....
Travelling to Sydney? The northern beaches are spectacular.
Hungary has something for every traveller. Especially those who love good food...
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Dry July is cool Who says wines have to contain alcohol? This range of premium New Zealand wines might encourage a dry year, not just one month! Here's to have Giesen's 0-percent alcohol wines.
TASTE TINGLER A spritzy new must-try sparkling sugar-free flavoured mineral water to match with foods - or as a mixer in drinks. SanPellegrino's latest zero-calorie treat!
Keep in touch on Facebook with Australia's regional food NEWS! @arfguide
Australian food events coming up! ~~~ DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, please CHECK ONLINE TO SEE WHEN THESE EVENTS WILL BE RE-SCHEDULED See more Australian food and drink events.....
MUST TASTE THIS Celebrate the world's foods. on their special day....
Chocolate tea... and others??
Attention: stone-fruits ahead. Here are some different ways to make these fruits even more tempting... ...by mixing plums and tomatoes.
The world's most-awarded feta cheese...great for a party cheese plate.
...but where does it come from?
Unless you are in Austria, this coffee-flavoured oil may be a little difficult to find... |
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TAKE A BREAK ++++++++++++++++
What food events are coming up WORLDWIDE?
Coming up - soon you will be able to dive around an underwater jet. See how and where you wiill have to travel to do it...
Festivals throughout Australia too in 2022.
Scotland's Year of events for 2022
Festivals in Korea, 2022
Ever dreamed of having your own place in France.
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