food for today ch. 22
masala
a common seasoning powder used in India, similar to American curry powder
berbere
a spicy seasoning mixture popular in Ethiopia
scones
a tasty variation of biscuits popular in parts of Britain
kibbutz
an Israeli communal organization that rises its own food
antipasto
an assortment of appetizers served before the main meal in Intaly
maize
another name for corn
high tea
in england, a light meal served in the late afternoon or early evening
nouvelle duisine
modern French cooking, which uses less flour, sugar, and fat than the classic cooking
point out how culture and climate influence foods of asia and the pacific
rice is a very common use in Asia, so are noodles. Seafood is very popular in some of the countries due to the quick access to living on a cost. Rice and noodles are not very fattening, but they help the person fill up easily, so most Asians are thin.
identify ways that culture, history, geography, and climate influence European foods
some countries cannot grow the same types of ingredients for some dishes. They use similar dishes, but with a twist by using a different ingredient.
haute cuisine
the classic cooking of France, characterized by rich sauces, exotic ingredients, and puff pastires
describe food choices available in Africa and the middle east
Africa (below the Sahara) - Peanuts, yams, Beans, corn, sorghum, pumpkins, Watermelons, Fufu Arab Countries - Tabbouleh, Felafel, Kubaybah or Kibbi, Stuffed Vine Leaves, Herrira, Pastilla, Couscous, Kebabs, Chelo, Koresh. Israel - Zhoug, Shatta, Tahini, Chicken, Lamb.
identify the cultural and geographical influences on the foods of Africa and the middle east
Climate varies, which influences the kinds of crops that can be grown. Western and central Africa are wet, tropical areas - Plantains, rice, bananas, yams, and cassava. Grasslands in the east and south, onions, garlic, plantains, pumpkins, watermelons, cucumbers, chili, dates, and figs.
identify the cultural influences on foods in Latin america
Depending on the weather for which foods can be grown. Also, the type of people that live there (Mexicans like spicy/hot foods.)
identify foods common to the countries of Asia and the pacific
Japan - Sukiyaki, Tempura, Soba, Miso China - Won ton, Fish, Chicken, Duck, Stir-Fry India - Keabs, Pilaf, Raita, Dal, Puri
describe food choices available in the various regions of Latin america
Mexico - Tortillas, Tacos, Tostadas, Enchiladas, Frijoles, Tamales, Moles Central American - Moros y Cristianos, Djon-Djon, Jamaican Saturday Soup The Caribbean - Conchs, Crapaud South America: Brazil - Feijoada, Churrasco, Mariscada Peru - fish, potato, seafood, beef, guinea pig Argentina - Puchero, Empanada, Carbonada Criolla
identify foods commonly found in western and eastern equrop
The British Isles - Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding, Shepher's Pie, Cornish Pastries, Bubble and Squeak, Finnan Haddie. France - Ragout, Pot-au-feu, Beeg Bourguignon, Bouillabaisse Spain and Portugal - Gazapcho, Paella, Churros Germany and Austria - Sauberbraten, Schnitzel, Kartoffelsalat Italy - Cannelloni, Ravioli, Polenta, Risotto Greece - Avgolemono, Moussaka Russia - Piroshky, Blini, Kasha
