10 Foods You Must Know About Canada
1. Poutine: Originating from Quebec, poutine is a dish made with French fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in gravy. It's a delicious and comforting Canadian staple.
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Maple Syrup: Canada is famous for its production of maple syrup, which is harvested from maple trees. It's not just for pancakes; Canadians use it in a variety of dishes and desserts.
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Butter Tarts: These sweet pastries are made with a flaky crust filled with a gooey mixture of butter, sugar, syrup, and sometimes raisins or pecans. They're a beloved Canadian treat.
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Nanaimo Bars: Named after the city of Nanaimo in British Columbia, these bars consist of three layers: a crumbly chocolate base, a custard-flavored middle layer, and a chocolate topping.
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BeaverTails: Despite the name, BeaverTails are not made from actual beaver tails! They're a popular Canadian pastry resembling the shape of a beaver's tail, often topped with cinnamon sugar, chocolate, or other sweet toppings.
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Tourtière: This traditional French-Canadian meat pie is typically made with ground pork, veal, or beef, mixed with spices and encased in a flaky pastry crust. It's often served during the holiday season.
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Montreal-style Bagels: These bagels are smaller, denser, and sweeter than their New York counterparts. They're boiled in honey-sweetened water before being baked in a wood-fired oven, resulting in a distinctive chewy texture.
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Bannock: Bannock is a type of flatbread that has been a staple food for Indigenous peoples in Canada for centuries. It can be fried, baked, or cooked over an open flame and is often served with butter or jam.
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Canadian Bacon (Peameal Bacon): Unlike American bacon, Canadian bacon is made from lean pork loin, which is brined and then rolled in cornmeal. It's typically served in slices and used in sandwiches or as a breakfast meat.
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Caesar Cocktail: Often referred to as Canada's national cocktail, the Caesar is made with vodka, Clamato (a blend of clam and tomato juices), hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and garnished with a celery stick and lime wedge. It's a popular drink choice across the country.
