i need to kno about uruguay?

Question

i need to kno wat is a native dish and drink from the country and intresting facts about the countryand a famous person from there and imports and exports

Answer 1

Facts:

Uruguay (official full name in Spanish: República Oriental del Uruguay; pron. IPA: [re'puβlika oɾjen'tal del uɾu'ɰwaj], Eastern Republic of Uruguay) is a country located in the southeastern part of South America. It is home to 3.3 million people, of which 1.7 million live in the capital Montevideo and its metropolitan area.

It is bordered by Brazil to the north, by Argentina across the bank of both the Uruguay River to the west and the estuary of Río de la Plata to the southwest, and the South Atlantic Ocean to the southeast. It is the second smallest independent country in South America, larger only than Suriname and the French overseas department of French Guiana.

Montevideo was founded by the Spanish in the early 18th century as a military stronghold. Uruguay won its independence in 1828 following a three-way struggle between Spain, Argentina and Brazil. It is a constitutional democracy, where the president fulfills the roles of both head of state and head of government

The economy is largely based in agriculture (making up 10% of the GDP and the most substantial export) and the state-sector, and relies heavily on world trade. Consequently, it is badly affected by any downturn in global prices. However, the economy is on the whole more stable than surrounding states, and it maintains a solid reputation with investors.

According to Transparency International, Uruguay is the second least corrupt country in Latin America (after Chile),[1] with its political and labor conditions being among the freest on the continent.

In November 2007 it became the first Latin American country and the second in the American Continent to recognize same-sex civil unions at the national level. [2]

88% of the population are of European descent. Just under two-thirds of the population are declared Roman Catholics. However, the majority of Uruguayans are only nominally religious.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uruguay

In recent years Uruguay has shifted some of its energy into developing the commercial use of IT technologies and has become the first exporter of software in Latin America.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uruguay#Economy

Food:

The cuisine of Uruguay is traditionally based on its European roots, like Mediterranean foods from Italy, Spain and France, but also from countries such as Germany. Many foods from those countries such as pasta, sausages, and desserts are common in the nation's diet. The Uruguayan barbecue, asado, is one of the most exquisit and famous in the world. A sweet paste, Dulce de Leche is the national obsession, used to fill cookies, cakes, pancakes, milhojas, and alfajores. The alfajores are shortbread cookies sandwiched together with Dulce de Leche or a fruit paste. Dulce de Leche is used also in flan con Dulce de Leche. The national drink is the Grappamiel. Grappamiel is an alcoholic drink which is very popular in rural areas. It is made with alcohol and honey. It is often consumed in the cold mornings of autumn and winter to warm up the body.

A traditional drink, is an infusion called mate. The dried leaves and twigs of the yerba mate plant (Ilex paraguariensis) are placed in a small cup. Hot water is then poured into the gourd at near-boiling point so as to not burn the herb and spoil the flavour. The drink is sipped through a metal or cane straw, known as a Bombilla.

Traditional dishes:

Asado made over the Parrilla http://www.stonek.comAsado: both the tradition of grilling beef over coals (which translates to barbecue in American English), and the dish, "tira de asado".
Chivito: a sandwich containing steak, ham, cheese, tomato, lettuce, and mayonnaise.
Choripán: a very popular Uruguayan fast food. A grilled "chorizo" and a crusty bread such as a baguette, with tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise.
Empanada : a small pie or turnover, most commonly filled with meat or ham and cheese.
Empanada Gallega: a fish pie, with sauce, onions and green peppers. Brought by the immigrants from Galicia.
Pancho: the typically Uruguayan hot dog: a bun called "pan de Viena" filled with a "Frankfurter" with mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise or "salsa golf" on top.
Gnocchi (known as "ñoquis") is traditionally eaten on the 29th day of each month. This was the day before payday, when people were at their poorest. Gnocchi made a cheap and hearty meal. On these occasions, some people leave a coin or a banknote under the plate to attract prosperity.
Húngara: very similar to the Frankfurter, but very spicy.
Milanesa: a thin, breaded steak. There is a great variety, such as: Milanesa Napolitana, Milanesa Rellena and Suprema Maryland.
Lehmeyun: an Armenian dish, brought by the Armenian immigrants.
Pascualina: a spinach pie, not unlike the spinach pies found throughout the Mediterranean the name makes a reference to Pascua, 'Easter'.
Pastel de carne: in English: meat pie. Chopped meat, smash potatoes, green peppers, olives, eggs.
Russian salad: potatoes, carrots, peas and mayonnaise.
Due to its strong Italian tradition, in Uruguay we can find all the famous Italian pasta dishes: ravioli, spaghetti, lasagna, tortellini, fettuccine, cannelloni, fusilli, agnolotti, tagliatelle, capellini, vermicelli, penne rigatti, fagioloni, cellentani, rotini, bucatini, farfalle and the traditional gnocchi. Although the pasta can be served with a lot of sauces, there is one special sauce that was created by Uruguayans. The Caruso Sauce is a pasta sauce made from double cream, meat extract, onions, ham and mushrooms. It is very popular with sorrentinos and agnolotti.

Also, we can find a huge variety of pizza. As well as calzone, fugazzetas, figazzas, fainas, and cheese fainas.

Desserts:
Alfajores: shortbread cookies, sandwiched together with Dulce de Leche or a fruit paste.
Bizcochos: buttery flaky pastry with many variants, the croissants being one of the most popular.
Dulce de leche: a sweet treat made of milk and sugar. Is used in many Uruguayan desserts.
Dulce de membrillo: a sweet quince paste.
Budín inglés: in English: "English pudding". A pudding with fruits and nuts, very popular in Christmas and new year's eve.
Flan: is a kind of rich custard dessert with a layer of soft caramel on top. It can be served with Dulce de Leche too (Flan con dulce de leche).
Strudel: the famous apple pie from Germany.
Martín Fierro: a slice of cheese and a slice of quince paste (dulce de membrillo).
Chajá: a desert with meringue, sponge cake, "Chajá" cream and peaches. It is created by a well know firm in the city of Paysandú.[1]
Pastafrola: an exquisit pie made of quincy paste (dulce de membrillo).
Garrapiñada: a very popular treat, made with peanuts, cocoa, vanilla and sugar. It is sold in little bags in the downtown's streets.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuisine_of_Uruguay

Like Argentina, Uruguay produces a lot of beef. Therefore it should come as no surprise the Uruguayan cuisine uses a lot of beef. Uruguayan are some of the largest consumers of beef in the world. If there were to be a national dish it would have to be churrasco (a tasty grilled steak). Another popular dish is the parrillada, which is a platter of succulent grilled beef. If you are looking for something a little different don't pass up chivitos. Chivitos are essentially a steak sandwhich which will then be topped by eggs, cheese, bacon (sometimes), and lettuce and tomato. As you can see...beef is popular. Check out a open pit barbeque if you have a chance. You are sure to enjoy the experience.

Drink:

Uruguayan wines tend to be of good quality. Check out a common drink called medio medio (half white wine and half champagne). If you like beers you will not be dissappointed at all. Local spirits are caña, grappa and locally distilled whisky and gin.

http://www.spanishabroad.com/uruguay/food.htm

Answer 2

CIA World Fact Book
Uruguay
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/uy.html

http://www.try2cook.com/Uruguay-food-recipe.html

Juan Daz Sols
http://www.kent.k12.wa.us/KSD/DE/st_proj/latinamerica/rsauvage/Latin_America_Projects/Uruguay/famous_p..htm