Bean around the world? Humble bean dishes tell great culinary tales of their city or country of origin
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France's baeckeoffe (left) and Japan's red bean dessert.
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Michelle Tchea
SWITZERLAND - How many of us have stared into our cupboards and wondered: "Why did I panic-buy all these dried beans?"
Many cultures around the world have a strong affection for the humble pulse and legume. As I think about what I enjoy most about travel, at a time when movement is still restricted, I remember flavourful bean dishes rooted in tradition that also tell a story.