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TIL Emperor Napoleon III of France in an ostentatious display of wealth had a set of plates made from aluminum that was only used at state banquets by only the most important guests. Less important guests had to settle using those of gold.

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4kaA6 TIL of Mettbröchen, a German dish served as raw minced pork spread on a roll and sprinkled with raw onions.
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