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ESTONIA





Map of Estonia
Tervist

LOCATION:
Eastern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland, between Latvia and Russia

CAPITAL CITY:
Tallinn

POPULATION:
1,299,371 (July 2009 est.)

LANGUAGES:
Estonian (official) 67.3%, Russian 29.7%, other 2.3%, unknown 0.7% (2000 census)

WEBSITE:
www.visitestonia.com

Recipes From Estonia



The staples of Estonian cuisine are grains, potatoes, and dairy products, with the addition of fish, pork products, and poultry. The traditional bread of Estonia is pumpernickel, a delicious black rye bread. Estonians like salty and sour flavors, and they use ginger, many varieties of honey, and allspice in their baking.
Grilled Pork Roast

Grilled Pork Roast

This is a delicious Estonian recipe for pork grilled over birch wood, which gives it a distinctive aroma and an appealing taste. It is traditionally served with baked potatoes and sauerkraut.
Find this recipie on Page 184 of Kitchens of the World
Rosolje (Pink Potato Salad)

Rosolje (Pink Potato Salad)

Rosolje is a colorful and popular mixed salad of beets, potatoes, herring, and pork. It is served with a delicious sour cream dressing that complements the salad perfectly.
Find this recipie on Page 185 of Kitchens of the World