Things
In Spain, I’m loud and full of flair,
My stomping feet and snapping air.
With castanets and swirling dress,
I dance with passion and impress.
What am I?
Flamenco
I’m wrapped up tight in seaweed and rice,
With fish inside, I’m cold and nice.
Some fear my raw and slippery feel,
But for many, I’m the perfect meal.
What am I?
Sushi
I’m a desert where the sand sings and the stars radiate brilliantly. Where am I?
Sahara Desert
I stand tall with maple leaf pride,
In Canada, I'm a sweet guide.
Tapped from trees, I'm golden gold,
Pour me on pancakes, hot or cold.
What am I?
Maple Syrup
I sizzle in pans with spice and flame,
In Indian kitchens, I earned my fame.
Eat me with naan or fluffy rice,
Curry's my name, bold and nice.
What am I?
Curry
I’m a city of old miracles where the previous murmurs in each stone. Where am I?
Rome
In China, I fill the air each year,
I bring good luck and festive cheer.
I sparkle red, I float or boom,
Chasing evil with a fiery plume.
What am I?
A lantern
Flat and round, but not for play,
I come from Mexico, by the way.
Fold me, fill me, I’m quite the treat,
With meat and beans and veggies to eat.
What am I?
Taco
I’m a city where East meets West in a tornado of flavors and markets. Where am I?
Instanbul
In Mexico, I’m sugar and art,
I honor those who’ve played their part.
Colorful, sweet, and shaped like a head,
I’m placed with care to honor the dead.
What am I?
Sugar skull
I’m long and thin, or flat and wide,
Italy is where I take pride.
Tomato, cheese, or meat on top,
Boil me up or bake nonstop.
What am I?
Pasta
I’m a nation where old remnants stand as a demonstration of a brilliant past. Where am I?
Greece
In Muslim lands, I sound five times, Not bells, but calls with peaceful chimes. I guide the faithful when to pray, From towers high, I start the day. What am I?
The call to prayer
Golden balls that crunch and pop,
Middle Eastern flavor, nonstop.
Chickpeas mashed, then fried with care,
In pita bread or just laid bare.
What am I?
Falafel
I’m in a place where there are old sanctuaries and peaceful otherworldliness. Where am I?
Thailand