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Percentage of people who will regift wine they receive as a gift this year, according to a survey by Bordeaux Wines. Despite this, wine is still the most popular alcoholic beverage to bring to a host: 59% of survey respondents cite it as their gift of choice. Of course, if you’re the giftee, a regifted Christmas wine can be a good thing. According to Drinks Business, most of us splurge on pretty nice wine to give others during the holidays.

What is vegemite?

A. A bitter, greenish jelly made from a tropical fruit that Australians spread over cheese and toast

B. A mixture of spinach, cabbage, and lima beans that is puréed and often served in Australian school cafeterias

C. A type of nut butter made from nuts and peas that is popular in Australia

D. A spread made from brewer’s yeast that was a favorite of Australian soldiers during World War II

Vegemite, one of the most popular Australian foods of the 20^th century, was invented in 1922 in Melbourne by a food manufacturing company named Fred Walker. A spread made from brewer’s yeast (and hence a strong source of B vitamins), vegemite was slow to catch on at first. But intense promotional efforts (including a limerick competition with compelling prizes such as Pontiac cars) propelled the spread to fame. During World War II, the Australian Army purchased huge quantities and it became immensely popular among soldiers, especially after rations of the British spread Marmite became scarce. Vegemite received official product endorsement from the British Medical Association in 1939. By 1942, it was said to be in every kitchen in Australia.

Vin de Texas

Although it surprises many people, Texas is the 5thleading state in the U.S. in wine production. The state boasts more than 350 wineries and has some 4,000 acres of vineyards. In landmass, Texas is bigger… Continue reading

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