The people of Argentina and Uruguay love their Mate, see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mate_(beverage)
As you walk down the street or on a trail, you will see people holiding a thermos in one hand and a mug-like item in the other. Sometimes the mug items are made of gourds; while other times, they are made from different parts of the cow family (including the carrying case for Rocky Mountain Oysters, ewwww!).
Although the travelers walk around with their big daypacks, it is afunny sight (to me) to see someone on the trail with a thrermos and their mate.
I have tried it a few times. It is a bit bitter. I thought it was okay with sugar, however, Carolina assured me that real men do not use sugar in their mate.
I say bring on the quiche.
bjm 3.17.08
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