Bästa Rick Steves podcaster (2025)

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792 Remember Us; The Greater Journey 52:00

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We hear how the Dutch continue to remember and honor the servicemen who helped liberate their towns in 1945. And we revisit a conversation with the late historian David McCullough about the influential "Americans in Paris" of the 19th century, who returned home with skills that helped transform life in the US. For more information on Travel with Ri…

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Bus Tours and Private Guides - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide 3:49

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Thoughtfully decide what’s best for you—a guided bus tour or a DIY trip armed with a good guidebook. And either way, appreciate the value of tapping into the services of local guides whether on shared walks or hired just for you. Watch the full talk at https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show/experiencing-europe For European trave…

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683a English Country Gardens; On Becoming a Gardener; In Praise of Wasting Time 52:00

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English tour guides share their enthusiasm for enjoying the riot of color and inspiration you'll find in England's best country gardens. Then author Catie Marron explains how she designed and planted a garden as a way to feel a sense of belonging in her new home. And physicist Alan Lightman explains why it's healthy to give yourself a little unstru…

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791 Scottish Castles; Mars on Earth; Checking In 52:00

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Scottish tour guides tell us about the most famous castles in a country that's brimming with the imposing structures. Then a Santiago-based American travel writer embarks on a 1,200-mile odyssey through one of the driest places on earth — Chile's Atacama Desert — as he searches for a deeper understanding of his adopted homeland. And listeners call …

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790 Oneika Raymond's Favorite Destinations; US Aid; A Week in Poland 52:00

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Journalist Oneika Raymond reveals the top countries where, as a black woman traveling solo, she feels a cultural appreciation and connection. Then the head of Bread for the World describes how the organization's advocacy work has stepped up its efforts in the face of cuts to government aid programs. And tour guides from Poland give us a look at how…

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Choosing Accommodations - Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide 4:29

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See your choice of a room or bed as part of the experience. Save money and maximize the memories by knowing your options. Watch the full talk at https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show/experiencing-europe For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.Av Rick Steves

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673a Visiting Antarctica; The Journeys of Trees; Italy's Northern Lakes 52:00

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A travel writer shares how a trip to Antarctica helped him see that continent through the eyes of the early polar explorers. Then a reporter focused on climate change and conservation explains how some North American tree species are migrating to survive the planet's rising temperatures. And two Italy-based tour guides take us to the resort lakes o…

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789 Easter in Greece; Pillars of Europe; Easter in Andalucía 52:00

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Learn about the customs that Greeks observe as Orthodox Easter draws near. Then contemplate the massive undertaking of building a cathedral centuries ago and how these monuments to faith and devotion helped shape their locales. And get acquainted with southern Spain's elaborate Semana Santa observances, which fill the streets of Andalucía in the we…

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788 Spain by Train; Foreign Correspondent; The Lines on Our Maps 52:00

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Hear from tour guides about Spain's robust high-speed rail network and all the places it can take you. Then hit the road vicariously with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nicholas Kristof for a taste of life as a foreign correspondent. And take a closer look at the surprising and fascinating ways in which borders have shaped our world. For more in…

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Packing Light! - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide 3:44

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There are two kinds of travelers: those who pack light and those who wished they packed light. Get serious about living out of a carry-on-the-plane-size bag. Watch the full talk at https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show/experiencing-europe For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.…

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787 Twenty Years; The Vanishing Point; Martin Sheen's Travels 52:00

2M ago52:00

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Rick marks 20 years of his radio show by revisiting some memorable guests and what they've taught us about travel. Then author Paul Theroux celebrates his 84th birthday as he contemplates the passage of time in his new short-story collection, "The Vanishing Point." And actor Martin Sheen describes how his experiences filming overseas have come to i…

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Planning a Smart Itinerary - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide 6:29

2M ago6:29

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Maximize every mile, minute, and dollar on your vacation by doing your homework and planning smartly. The stakes are high. You’ll be glad you did. Watch the full talk at https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show/experiencing-europe For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.…

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696a For the Love of Guidebooks; The Gulf; Greatest Art in Europe 52:00

2M ago52:00

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Europe brims with world-class art, and we contemplate some of the continent's truly outstanding paintings, sculptures, and historic edifices. Then we learn about the historic and ecological importance of the Gulf of Mexico from a professor in neighboring Florida. And we consider the humble guidebook and what its pages can tell us, both in the momen…

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786 Greek Passions; In Love with the Louvre; Balkan Discoveries 52:00

2M ago52:00

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A tour guide from Greece delves into the importance of food, family, and traditions in his homeland. Then a Francophile offers advice on how to take on the vast collection of the world's largest — and arguably greatest — museum. And guidebook researcher Cameron Hewitt shares discoveries from his travels in the Balkans, an affordable and rewarding a…

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785 Irish Legacy of W. B. Yeats; 1960s Ireland; Touring Northern Ireland 52:00

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Two countrymen explore Ireland's reverence for their national poet, W. B. Yeats. Then a Dublin journalist shares what it was like to grow up amid the turbulent societal changes in his city during the 1960s and '70s. And a guide from Belfast tells us why an Emerald Isle itinerary should include a visit to Northern Ireland. For more information on Tr…

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625a Snowdonia; Outposts; Natural Slovenia 52:00

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Delve into the remote outposts and refuges across the globe where travelers have stopped along the course of their adventures. Then hear about the highest views in Wales — and how to reach them — and learn about the country's slate mining heritage. And from Alps to caves, vineyards to beehives, catch the buzz of the natural wonders on display in Sl…

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784 Rhineland Karneval; WMF 2025 Watch List; Top Alaska Experiences 52:00

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Look at what's behind Carnival and Mardi Gras celebrations around the world by learning about the festive season's origins and customs in Germany's Rhineland. Then hear what's been added to the World Monuments Fund's latest "watch list" of endangered cultural sites around the world. And get recommendations for must-see experiences in Alaska, along …

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783 British Pubs; Why I Love Brittany; Custodians of Wonder 52:00

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Two English tour guides explain what Brits mean by a "rough and ready" pub and how to find some of the UK's best pub grub. Then a father-and-son tour-guiding duo invite us to fall in love with their favorite corner of France. And BBC journalist Eliot Stein shares insights from his travels in search of the world's oldest disappearing traditions, giv…

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395b Monet's Passion; The French House; Marrying Into Italy 52:00

3M ago52:00

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Listen in as an artist who helped restore Monet's gardens explains why the French painter first created these colorful gardens at his house outside Paris. Then hear how renovating a house on an island off the coast of Brittany can feed your wild side. And find out what happens when you marry an Italian…and your new in-laws live next door. Plus, an …

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Breathtaking Berner Oberland 11:36

3M ago11:36

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Tour guide Don Chmura extols the stunning scenery and enduring culture of Switzerland's Berner Oberland.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Tapas in Spain 19:07

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Spain tour guides Federico Garcia Barroso and Amanda Buttinger chat about Spain's tapas bars and share some of their favorite bites.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Oslo Harborfront 18:04

3M ago18:04

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Guide Curtis Rojak describes how Oslo's harborfront is a popular place to enjoy the city's art, culture, scenery, food, and even saunas.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Norway's Prosperity 17:52

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Guide Pål Bjarne Johansen explains how Norway prioritizes its oil-industry revenues to support robust social benefits and infrastructure.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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The Camino de Santiago 29:50

3M ago29:50

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Father and son actors Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez relive their experience making a film about walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Appreciating Islam 11:57

3M ago11:57

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George Gorayeb, an Arab-American Christian, discusses his mission to promote greater understanding of the Muslim world and Islam.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Rome Today 17:32

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Tour guides Virginia Agostinelli and Vanessa Nicol tell us how Rome is adapting to deal with rising temperatures and surging crowds.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Resurrecting Roman Rubble 12:08

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Author Phillip Barlag explains how much we can learn about the Roman Empire from its now 2,000-year-old rubble.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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History of Rome in 12 Buildings 17:36

3M ago17:36

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Rick chats with author Phillip Barlag about a dozen buildings and plazas in Rome that offer particularly fascinating insights into the city's rich history.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Italy's Pasta 11:57

3M ago11:57

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Italian-food expert Fred Plotkin describes a tempting array of Italy's countless varieties of pasta, highlighting some tasty regional favorites.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Italy for Food Lovers 18:23

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Rick checks in with Italian-food expert Fred Plotkin to talk about their guide to Italy's regional cuisine.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Embracing Italy's Chaos 18:42

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Journalist Beppe Severgnini helps us view life through an Italian lens, urging us to embrace the chaos — and to smile in spite of everything.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Colorful, Complex Italy 11:33

3M ago11:33

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We learn some colorful phrases and hear about Italy's regional differences from one of the country's most popular newspaper columnists, Beppe Severgnini.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Supernatural Ireland 17:33

3M ago17:33

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Irish writer Fintan O'Toole describes the role of the supernatural in Celtic traditions and in more recent Irish literature.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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The Transformation of Ireland 29:08

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Irish writer Fintan O'Toole uses personal vignettes to illustrate the extraordinary transformation of the Republic of Ireland during his lifetime.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Athens' Acropolis 18:03

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Greek tour guide Effie Perperi helps us get acquainted with the fascinating ancient structures atop Athens' Acropolis.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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French Lessons 28:26

3M ago28:26

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Communicating successfully with the French involves mastering the cultural nuances and unwritten rules of engagement of this rich language, as explained by the authors of "The Bonjour Effect."Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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Goodbye, Eastern Europe 28:34

3M ago28:34

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Historian Jacob Mikanowski describes how the monolithic "Eastern Europe" of the Cold War has faded and the region is surging with life.Av Rick Steves Audio Europe

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782 Prague vs. Budapest; What's New in Lisbon 52:00

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This week we explore three of the most charming — and most popular — of Europe's Old World cities: Two tour guides get cheeky as they make the case for which of their own hometowns — Prague or Budapest — offer the best experiences for visitors with limited time in central Europe. And expert locals catch us up on changes afoot in Lisbon, offering st…

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781 Potsdam; Emperor of Rome; On the Hippie Trail 52:00

4M ago52:00

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We hear why the city of Potsdam — home to elegant Prussian palaces and parklands, all in quick reach of central Berlin — is worth a day's visit. Then we get a sense of what life was really like for the emperors of ancient Rome, with the help of classicist Mary Beard. And we travel back to 1978 with Rick and his longtime buddy Gene Openshaw as they …

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602a How Berlin Remembers; Turkish Delights; Travel to Bhutan 52:00

4M ago52:00

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Two German tour guides let us in on the back story behind Berlin's most memorable monuments to their country's turbulent history. Then two Turks tuck into a discussion of the traditional Turkish street eats, comfort foods, and desserts they recommend for a tasty visit to Istanbul. And an American who met — then married — a local artist in Bhutan sh…

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780 Miami Getaway; Scottish Icons; Robert Burns Night 52:00

4M ago52:00

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Travel Channel host Oneika Raymond recommends her favorite Miami neighborhoods to explore on a sunny getaway. Then friends from Scotland discuss the uniquely Scottish cultural icons that reinforce the small nation's strong sense of identity. And just in time for Burns Night, Perthshire-based troubadour Jim Malcolm explains what Robert Burns' poetry…

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779 Bristol; Barcelona; Bruges 52:00

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Consider three distinctly different styles of historic European cities as we hear how Bristol has transformed itself from an industrial and maritime powerhouse into a creative center for the southwest of England — and how it rewards visitors who set aside at least a day for this city just a half-hour from well-touristed Bath. Then learn from a loca…

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778 Pura Vida; Morocco's Best Cities; More Travel Pursuits 52:00

5M ago52:00

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The author of a guidebook to Costa Rica discusses what the phrase "pura vida" conveys amid the tropical abundance of her adopted Central American eco-paradise. Then a Morocco expert and fellow guidebook writer recommends the best cities for immersing yourself in the Old World atmosphere of Morocco's intimate, car-free medina neighborhoods. And fell…

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777 History of the Snowman; Visiting the Vatican; Champagne; Edinburgh New Year's 52:00

5M ago52:00

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The "world's leading snowman expert" joins Rick to explore the somewhat dark — and certainly cold — origins of the tradition of building snowmen, and what Frosty and his ilk have come to mean across different societies. Then two Rome-based tour guides unpack some of the cultural treasures crammed into the world's tiniest country, while sharing tips…

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698a Ready for Christmas Near and Far; Wassailing 52:00

5M ago52:00

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Rick gathers some old friends to hear about their childhood Christmases in Spain, Italy, and New Mexico. Then he brings in more friends to describe what you're likely to find this time of year in Austria, Australia, Japan…and Antarctica. Plus, a Brit from Bath explains how the English tradition of wassailing developed as a way to guarantee a good a…

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776 Bulgarian Christmas; What's New in Istanbul; Eight Flavors in the Pantry 52:00

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Old World traditions — fasting, feasting, incense, and song — make Bulgaria's Christmas season special, and tour guide Stefan Bozadzhiev invites us to imagine it with him. Then an Istanbul guide updates us on the latest big news in Turkey's cultural capital, and a culinary historian inspires us to peruse our spice racks as she discusses the often s…

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775 Reopening Notre-Dame; Rue des Martyrs; Other Religions 52:00

6M ago52:00

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Ken Follett, author of a monumental series of novels based in medieval Europe, celebrates the much anticipated — and hotly debated — reopening of Paris' Notre-Dame Cathedral five years after its devastating fire. Also, the New York Times' former Paris correspondent Elaine Sciolino tells us what makes her own Paris neighborhood feel like home. And a…

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774 Spectacular Landscapes; Four Points of the Compass; What's in a Name? 52:00

6M ago52:00

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A tour guide from England's scenic Lake District recommends two areas — in Switzerland and Iceland — offering even more stunning landscapes to explore. Then a historian invites us to reconsider how we orient ourselves in time and space as he shares insights he's gained from exploring how we arrived at our modern sense of direction. And a former NPR…

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Reykjavík, Iceland: Rainbow Street — Rick Steves Travel Bite 4:28

6M ago4:28

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In Iceland's capital, Rick strolls an upbeat street, admires the wool of the country's hardy sheep, and samples the local delicacy: fermented shark. For European travel information, visit https://www.ricksteves.com.Av Rick Steves

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773 Taste of Holland; French Feasting; Eating Across Spain 52:00

6M ago52:00

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Indulge your ears in an audio feast by listening in on delectable discussions of the don't-miss traditional foods of the Netherlands and Spain. Hear about how the French structure their day around meal times, as observed by an Australian chef who's settled in central France. And learn about the special cakes that Norwegians enjoy for the holidays. …

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