Kate Krader ( @kkrader on Twitter ) is Food & Wine's restaurant editor. When she tells us where to find our culinary heart's desire, we listen up. Who do you think set a world record for most new Facebook fans in 24 hours? No, not Charlie Sheen back when he was winning. And not The Avengers movie either, though that’s a good guess.   In fact it was a potato chip. Last April, Frito-Lay’s Facebook page got over 1.5 million new “likes” in one day. That’s a lot of instantaneous fans. And maybe it’s not such a mind-blowing number if you look at the mind-blowing new flavors capturing the attention of chip fans worldwide. Recently, the New York Daily News highlighted Russia’s affection for Red Caviar potato chips (it’s especially popular in Moscow, where they love their caviar). Here are some other snack food flavors that you probably never would have dreamed of. You just have to guess what country is chowing down on them. Hint: If you’re lazy and want to answer “Japan” for all questions, you’ll be right a lot of the time. Scroll down to the bottom for the answers. A. Pepsi: This country offers a suspiciously anti-freeze-colored flavor called Ice Cucumber. Additionally, you’ll find Azuki Bean, Shiso and Pepsi White (yogurt flavored). 1. Japan 2. Taiwan 3. Singapore B. Pepsi II: You can buy both Ice Cream and Cappuccino flavored Pepsis if you’re here. 1. Italy 2. Russia 3. Spain C. Tang: Here, the powdered drink mix goes upscale: It comes in tropical fruit flavors like Tamarind and Mandarin; there’s also a Hibiscus version. 1. Mexico 2. Portugal 3. Taiwan D. Oreos: In this country, you’ll find Green Tea, Raspberry-Blueberry and Mango-Orange versions of the cookie. 1. Sweden 2. India 3. China E.  Pizza Hut Pizza: Home of the Hot Dog–Stuffed Crust pizza; it’s drizzled with mustard. 1. Belgium 2. Germany 3. United Kingdom F. Doritos: The list of outrageous Dorito flavors is long here – Coconut Curry, Tuna Mayo (“gourmet,” according to the bag), Sausage, Steak, Yuzu and Crispy Salmon. 1. China 2. Japan 3. South Korea G. Doritos II: Roasted Turkey chips are popular here. 1. Germany 2. United Kingdom 3. Taiwan H. Kit Kats: This country is home to such flavors as White Chocolate Espresso, Salt & Caramel, Green Tea, Caramelized Sweet Potato, Blueberry Cheesecake and Blood Orange. 1. Italy 2. Japan 3. Sweden I. Pringles: Among the versions of the amazing Pringles potato chip – Soft-Shell Crab, Grilled Shrimp and Seaweed.  1. Singapore 2. Mexico 3. Greece J. Potato Chips: Based on a traditional appetizer in this country, the Pickled Cucumber chip was introduced last year; it’s already the fourth most popular flavor. 1. Japan 2. Russia 3. Sweden K. McDonald's Burger: Everyone should get this one right – the McAloo Tikki is a fried potato-pea patty topped with special sauce and ketchup, served on a bun. They've also got the McSpicy Paneer – crispy fried paneer cheese topped with creamy sauce and lettuce. 1. Singapore 2. India 3. China More from Food & Wine America’s Best Bars America’s Wacky Fair Food Best Pizza Places in the U.S. Best Ice Cream Spots in the U.S. Memorial Day Party Recipes Previously: How did Kit Kat become king of candy in Japan? and 100 years of Oreo cookies Answers: A(1); B(2); C(1); D(3); E(3); F(2); G(3); H(2); I(1); J(2); K(2)

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Jeremy Lin’s parents navigated a winding path from Taiwan to Virginia, from Purdue University to Palo Alto, on their way to raising a global icon.

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Jeremy Lin’s parents navigated a winding path from Taiwan to Virginia, from Purdue University to Palo Alto, on their way to raising a global icon.

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Tight-Knit Family Shares Lin’s Achievement

Jeremy Lin’s parents navigated a winding path from Taiwan to Virginia, from Purdue University to Palo Alto, on their way to raising a global icon.

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Tight-Knit Family Shares Lin’s Achievement

After avidly following Taiwan’s presidential campaign online, many mainland Chinese expressed the desire to one day soon choose their own leaders.

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Taiwan Vote Stirs Chinese Hopes for Democracy

TAIPEI, Taiwan — At the 228 Memorial Museum, a shrine to the victims of a 1947 massacre by Chinese troops, staff members were in mourning Sunday over the reelection of Ma Ying-jeou , a president they think wants to turn Taiwan over to China. Read full article > >

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN: Taiwan’s incumbent president Ma Ying-jeou won re-election Saturday, a result that will delight China and calm worries in Washington that this island of 23 million people might veer away from a policy of rapprochement with its giant neighbor. Read full article > >

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Ma Ying-jeou, Taiwan’s pro-China president, wins reelection

Taiwan’s President Ma Ying-jeou is leading in the presidential election with more than half the votes counted, TV reports say.

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About 80 percent of 18 million eligible voters turned out in an election that pitted incumbent President Ma Jing-yeou against Tsai Ing-wen and a third opponent.

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High Turnout as Polls Close in Taiwan Election

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Apple Pays $5M in Patent Settlement

The US International Trade Commission says Apple did not violate graphic patents owned by S3, a unit of Taiwan’s HTC.

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The crew of a Taiwanese fishing vessel have overwhelmed a group of armed Somali pirates who hijacked their boat last week.

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. “Beltway living large while rest of US struggles” If the Taiwan-based satirists at Next Media Animation are to be believed, Washingtonians exist in a blissful bubble — safely shielded from the slings and arrows of an Apocalyptic economy. Read full article > >

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PICKS OF THE WEEK: From Jobs (Apple’s app satire) to jobs (those whopping D.C. salaries)

. “Beltway living large while rest of US struggles” If the Taiwan-based satirists at Next Media Animation are to be believed, Washingtonians exist in a blissful bubble — safely shielded from the slings and arrows of an Apocalyptic economy. Read full article > >

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PICKS OF THE WEEK: From Jobs (Apple’s app satire) to jobs (those whopping D.C. salaries)

Apple is facing legal action from Taiwanese chip designer Via over the way chips in many of its products manipulate data.

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Via sues Apple in US over chips