Mechouia salad

Country : Tunisie

Continent : Afrique

Issued on : 26/12/2009

Age : 17 years

Michel Reference
TN 1729
Stanley Reference
TN 1710
Yvert Reference
TN 1648
Themes
Arts
Description
This stamp highlights the “Mechouia Salad”, one of the most popular and characteristic appetizers of Tunisia. Composed of grilled peppers, tomatoes and garlic, chopped then seasoned with olive oil, it is presented here with its traditional garnish of tuna, hard-boiled eggs and black olives. The illustration underlines the importance of local Mediterranean products and the taste for smoked foods, while reminding us that this salad is an essential part of the Tunisian art of living, bringing freshness and spice to every table, from the north to the south of the country.
Size
36x36 mm
Colors
Polychrome
Designer
Sihem Chaabene
Printers
Tunisia Post Printing House
Perforation
13
Print
Offset
Face Value
0,70 DT
Mint Value
1,73 $
Used Value
0,85 $
Print Run
1 000 000 exemplaires
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