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By Tomas Horak

Prague-based culture writer covering literature, film festivals, food and the everyday of European cities.

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Olive Oil and Jinhua Ham: Europe and China's Shared Culinary Heritage
Culture

Olive Oil and Jinhua Ham: Europe and China's Shared Culinary Heritage

From the olive groves of Andalusia to the curing rooms of Zhejiang, two ancient foodstuffs embody deep cultural traditions. Their protected

Venetian Masks and Miao Embroidery: Artisans Preserve Heritage Across Continents
Culture

Venetian Masks and Miao Embroidery: Artisans Preserve Heritage Across Continents

In Venice, mask-maker Davide Belloni continues the tradition of hand-sculpted masks, a craft central to the city's history. In China's Hunan