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1. The Stiftskeller St. Peter, located in the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, is believed to be the oldest continuously operating restaurant in Europe. Where would you travel to dine at an eatery first mentioned in a text from 803? Hint: It's possible you could hear the sound of music while visiting this city.
2. Founded in 1345, La Couronne had already been serving guests for eighty-six years when, in 1431, a teenaged Jeanne d'Arc was burned alive across the street. What city would you visit to dine at the oldest inn in France?
3. Die Gyldene Freden (The Golden Peace), has been located in the old town of this Scandinavian capital city since 1722. According to the Guinness Book of Records, it is the oldest restaurant in the same locale in town. Hint: This city is also home to the Vasa Museum. Where would you be if you were dining here?
4. Throughout its long history dating back to the 16th century, La Tour d'Argent has been a venue to mark special occasions. The view overlooking the Seine River and Notre Dame Cathedral add to the ambiance of the elegant dining room. If you wanted to partake of this restaurant's house special, pressed duck, to which French city would you travel?
5. When Napoleon Bonaparte and his army occupied the German city that is home to Die Letzte Instanz, he enjoyed the food and hospitality of this charming restaurant. To share the Napoleon experience, what city would you visit?
6. A classic France bistro, La Petite Chaise opened its doors in 1680 during the reign of the Sun King, Louis XIV. You will delight in their traditional escargot (snails) and foie gras (duck liver pate). Which French city claims this ancient eatery?
7. For nearly three centuries Botin Restaurant has been serving meats slow roasted in their ancient oven. It was a favored eatery for Ernest Hemingway who "name checked" it in two novels - "Death in the Afternoon" and "The Sun Also Rises." If you wanted to make a pilgrimage to the restaurant where "Papa" Hemingway dined, where would you go?
8. Tavernes Rico may be old, having opened for business in 1784, but the menu is not, offering both traditional Portuguese dishes along with the latest in molecular cooking. What city has bragging rights to this Michelin-starred eatery that is a feast for the palate and the eyes?
9. Le Procope is a homey rather than elegant spot that appealed to literary patrons like Voltaire, Diderot and Rousseau. It dates back to 1826 and the simple décor hasn't changed much during the passing years. To step back in time by tasting Le Procope's special coq au vin or Breton oysters you would need to travel to which French city?
10. Yar was a favored dining spot when Russian czars and aristocrats enjoyed traditional cuisine here. It continues to be appreciated for its Chicken Kiev, Stroganoffs, and "amuse bouches" of arguably the best caviar in the world. What Russian city is home to Yar Restaurant?
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