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compare and contrast the culinary traditions of france and italy.
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france and italy have different culinary traditions. the french cuisine is renowned for its emphasis on fresh ingredients, particularly dairy, loaves, and pastries. italian cuisine is known for its emphasis on pasta, seafood, and olive oil. both countries use spices such as oregano and basil, but the french also use savory spices such as thyme, while italian cooking also includes many sweet spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. french cuisine also includes a great variety of cheeses, while italian cuisine includes a wide variety of vegetables and proteins.
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