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Milmine opens with an intriguing fact about a rather specific holiday staple: Brussels sprouts. According to the Office of National Statistics, the UK consumes an immense quantity of these diminutive cabbages during the Christmas season—so much so that if they were lined up in central London, they would stretch all the way to Sydney, Australia. While opinions on the taste of Brussels sprouts may vary, the sheer volume consumed highlights the festive spirit surrounding food during this sacred time.