Any aniseed flavoured aperitif such as ouzo would be very similar to pastis. If these are not to be found then you could use a French Vermouth such as Noilly Prat but this while herby and aromatic would lack the aniseed character of pastis.
Ouzo & Pastis
Fennel has the flavor of aniseed. Therefore aniseed, tarragon, Pernod or Pastis will all substitute.
Stephan Pastis's birth name is Stephan Thomas Pastis.
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No, Stephan Pastis is not from Canada. He is from California.
Stephan Pastis lives in Santa Rosa, California
Stephan Pastis was born on January 16, 1968, in San Marino, California, USA.
pastis
French Pastis is an alcoholic beverage which you can purchase from a good liquor store. Alternatively, there are a number of websites which sell this product.
Pastis
Yes, it is an anise flavored liqueur.
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