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What is Estonian Rye Bread: A Cultural Staple about?

- Rye bread is the staple of the Estonian diet and Estonians living abroad often miss it. For centuries, rye bread has been one of the most important foods for Estonians. - Rye cultivation increased in Estonia starting in the 11th century as rye proved to be the most resilient grain for the local climate. Over time, rye became the main grain culture and bread grain in Estonia. - The Estonian word for bread, "leib", comes from Germanic loan words, as do similar words in Finnish, Livonian, and other neighbo

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