Religious Beliefs
Pancit
Cooking food in fat or oil.
Prito
Name a common flavouring.
Bay leaf, ginger, garlic
What has been a serious problem in the Philippines?
Undernutrition
What was the Special Holiday mentioned in the presentation?
Christmas Eve/Christmas Day
What does dropping your utensils mean?
That someone is coming over for a visit.
What are meats skewered on?
Horizontal Spit
Name 3 staple foods.
Rice, corn, sugar cane, coconuts or bananas.
What is the shape of the Philippines' Food Guide?
Pyramid
What is the climate of the Philippines?
Tropical and Maritime
How many fruits should you purchase on New Year's Eve?
12
This technique is used to grill meats, chicken, or fish that is cooked over fire or charcoal
Ihaw
What is Adobo?
A braised pork or chicken (or both) made with a vinegar, soy sauce, peppercorn, and dried bay leaves marinade
From birth up to 6 months
What was the traditional dessert recipe mentioned in the presentation?
Cheese Puto
What does it mean when you suddenly choke while eating?
It means that someone is talking about you.
Tacho
Name a country that has influenced Filipino cuisine.
Indonesia, Mexico or India
How much of the Philippines' population was undernourished in 2018?
14.5%
What is "snack time" called in the Philippines?
Merienda
What does it mean when you drop your fork?
That is when a male visitor is expected.
What does Nilaga mean?
Stew
Name a dish that has one of the common flavourings.
Bay Leaf (adobo), Chicken Tinola (ginger), and Sinangag (garlic)
What can be prevented by consuming safe foods and water?
Diarrhea and Water-borne diseases
What two Filipino dishes can be eaten with (Cheese) puto?
Chicken Adobo or Pork Dinuguan