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