Vandagan Cuisine

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Due to the chilly climate, Vandagan choices in food are determined by what can be produced in the short growing season. There is also the practicality issue that foods are consumed to provide the extra energy needed to remain warm, and are considered heavy. The most popular choices for meals include bread, butter, meats, potatoes and eggs. These are incorporated into almost every dish at every meal in some capacity. Fruits and vegetables are enjoyed but seldom used in the bulk of most dishes, being almost a garnish instead.

The monotony of the variation on the same food theme is broken up by the addition of foods such as mushrooms, lard, cabbage, milk, curds, cucumbers, tomatoes, berries, apples, garlic and onions. Beer and berry ale are regularly drank, although a fermented beet beverage is the most popular choice for people of all classes. Whey separated out from the curds is used to pickle and preserve fruits, vegetables and even meats for winter storage.