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Brittany is famous for its megalithic monuments, which are scattered over the peninsula, the largest alignments are near Carnac. The purpose of these monuments is still unknown, and many local people are reluctant to entertain speculation on the subject. The words dolmen (from "daol" table and "maen" stone) and menhir (from "maen" stone and "hir" high) come from the Breton language, even though they are hardly used in Breton. Brittany is also known for its (calvaries), elaborately carved sculptures of crucifixion scenes, to be found in churchyards of villages and small tow ...

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French, the only official language of the French Republic, is nowadays spoken all over Brittany, but the region has one other language with no official status: Breton, a Celtic language related to Welsh. Gallo, a Romance language is a variant of "Oil Languages" as French is. From the very beginning of its history and despite the end of the independance of Brittany, Breton remained the language of the entire population of western Brittany, if not bishops and french administrators or officers. French laws and economic pressure lead peop ...

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Since the 1970s Breton music has undergone a revival and has become popular even outside the region. Alan Stivell resuscitated the Celtic harp tradition, and folk rock groups such as Tri Yann, Sonerien Du (the "black musicians") and others paved the way for younger groups who now offer a range of Celtic-influenced rock, rap, and dance music. A popular tradition is the fest noz -- best described as a Breton céilí. Large-scale Celtic festivals are held in the summer in towns around the region. The biggest of these is the ...

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The first Christian missionaries came to the region from Ireland and Great Britain. With more than 300 "saints" (only a few recognized by the Catholic Church), the region is strongly Catholic, and influenced by earlier pagan traditions. The proportion of students attending Catholic private schools is the highest in France. As in other Celtic countries, the legacy of Celtic Christianity has left a rich tradition of local saints and monastic communities, often commemorated in placenames beginning Lan, Lam, Plou or LokSee also:

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Thanksgiving is traditionally celebrated with a large dinner shared among friends and family. In both Canada and the United States, it is an important family gathering, and people often travel long distances to be with relatives for the celebration. The Thanksgiving holiday is often a "four-day weekend" in the United States, in which Americans are given the relevant Thursday and Friday off. Thanksgiving is usually celebrated almost entirely at home, unlike the Fourth of July or Christmas, which are associated with a variety of shared public ...

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The centerpiece of contemporary Thanksgiving in the United States and Canada is a large meal, starring a large roasted turkey. Thanksgiving - Turkey. Because turkey is the most common main dish of a Thanksgiving dinner, Thanksgiving is sometimes colloquially called Turkey Day. The USDA estimated that 269 million turkeys were raised in the country in 2003, about one-sixth of ...

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A green salad is often served with a dressing. Some examples include: Mayonnaise Louis dressing Ranch dressing Russian dressing Thousand Island dressing Green goddess dressing Bleu cheese dressing Olive oil French dressing Vinaigrette Tahini Italian dressing Conception of salad dressing vary across culture. Common salad dressings in North American tend to be very broad. Traditional dressings in ...

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Tofu is made by coagulating soy milk and pressing the resulting curds. Although pre-made soy milk may be used, most tofu producers begin with their own soy milk, which is produced by soaking, grinding, boiling, and straining dried (or, more rarely, fresh) soybeans. Coagulation of the protein-oil phase in the boiled soy milk is the most important step in the production of tofu. Two types of coagulants are used commercially and a third type of coagulant has potential for pro ...

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In the West, tofu can be obtained in Asian markets, farmers' markets, and health food stores. Depending on its local popularity, many grocery stores also stock tofu. The largest provider of tofu products in the United States is Hong Kong-based Vitasoy, which also manufactures the brands Nasoya and Azumaya. Another major brand is Mori-Nu (Morinaga Nutritional Foods), a subsidiary of Morinaga Milk Company of Japan, which pioneered the s ...

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Tofu is low in calories, contains beneficial amounts of iron (especially important for women of child bearing age) and isoflavones (important in preventing cancer), and has no cholesterol (a risk factor for heart disease). Depending on the coagulant used in manufacturing, the tofu may also be high in calcium (important for bone development and maintanence) and magnesium (especially important for athletes). Tofu is relatively high in protein, about 10.7% for firm tofu and 5.3% for soft "silken" tofu with about 2% and 1% fat respectivel ...

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Very little is known about the exact historic origins of tofu and its method of production. While there are many theories regarding tofu's origins, historical information is scarce enough as to relegate the status of most theories to either speculation or legend. Like the origins of cheese and butter, the exact origin of tofu production may never be known or proven. What is known is that tofu production is an ancient technique. Tofu was widely consumed in ancient China, and techniques for its production and preparation were eventually spread to many other parts of Asia. Tofu - ...

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Tofu has very little flavour or smell on its own. As such, tofu can be prepared either in savory or sweet dishes, acting as a canvas for presenting the flavors of the other ingredients used. Tofu - Western methods. Generally, the firmer styles of tofu is used for kebabs, mock meats, and dishes requiring a consistency that holds together, while the softer style can be used for ...

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In certain parts of the United States, the name for Thanksgiving can be shortened or changed. These nicknames include: Turkey Day (after the traditional Thanksgiving dinner) T-Day (abbreviation of either "Thanksgiving" or "Turkey") Macy's Day (exclusive to New York City, a reference to the parade, above, as in "Macy's Day Parade" instead of the proper "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade") In Canada, the Thanksgiving in the United States is sometimes referred to as Yanksgiving to distinguish it from the Canadian holiday (Yank bei ...

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