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Birewecke is a fruit bread from the Alsace Region of France bulging with dried pears, apples, plums, figs, raisins, almonds and walnuts which have been marinated in kirsch, then eaten a week after it has been baked.

Alsace Region lies in the north east of France between the Rhine and the mountains of the Vosges, sharing borders with Germany and Switzerland. Alsace has at different times in history been a territory of both France and Germany and the influences of both countries are reflected in its cuisine. Their variety of dishes have evolved partly from an abundance of local produce and partly from traditional dishes brought from Poland, Germany, Russia and Austria, which have influenced Alsatian cooking.

Birra is the Italian word for "beer"

Birra is pronounced "beer-rah"

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Birra chiara is the Italian term for "light beer"

Birra rossa is the Italian term for "dark beer". It is also known as Birra scura

Birre is an Albanian word for beer

Birreria is the Italian word for brewery or a place that serves beer

Birsalmasajt is the Hungarian word for "quincy jelly" which are made in the country in firm blocks hence the word also literally means "quince cheese " as they are looking like blocks of cheese which can be sliced. Birsalmasajt is only widely available in Hungary during the months following the quince season. Birsalmasajt is also known as Birsalma Sajt and is pronounced as "beersh-alma-shoyt".

Biryani is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish that is widely celebrated for its rich and diverse flavors. It is a beloved part of South Asian cuisine, particularly in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Biryani is characterized by its unique preparation, which involves layering fragrant, spiced rice with marinated meat, vegetables, or legumes. The dish is then slow-cooked or baked, allowing the ingredients to meld together, resulting in a harmonious and delightful meal.

Biryani also known as Biriyani refers to seasoned rice with mutton, chicken, fish and yoghurt and lost of spices, some versions have cashew nuts

There are so many kinds and types of Biryani in India, and it is also one of the national dishes of Pakistan.

There so many aspects about Biryani, but as of now, I just want not to elaborate on it, but to show you what Biryani looks like, so below are various pictures of Biryani which I gathered when I travelled to India.

Please see also other related articles about my short life in Allepey, Kerala, India and my encounter with Biryani. I am sure, after seeing so many pictures of Biryani, you wil either search in your area for Indian Restaurant serving Biryani or you will learn how to cook it.

Above are different kinds of Chicken Biryani all from one Allepey, Kerala, India. The last one is a Chicken Biryani served with Charlas/Saarlas and Thakkali Chutney bought from one of the Biryani Shops in Allepey, Kerala, India

Below is a Chicken Biryani which is a mainstay in Kerala, India as food for Wedding Parties