Where is Colombia?
In the north of South America
What is the main religion in Colombia?
Roman Catholicism.
What drink is Colombia known for?
Coffee
What Colombian product is famous worldwide?
Coffee
Why is geography important?
It affects jobs, traditions, and the food people grow and eat.
What type of food is eaten at the Barranquilla Carnival?
Street foods like empanadas, arepas, and fried snacks.
What food made of corn is eaten every day in Colombia?
Arepas
How has globalization changed Colombian diets?
People eat more fast food.
How does geography affect Colombian culture overall?
It creates unique and special regional identities.
What food is traditional for Christmas?
Buñuelos, which are fried dough balls, and natilla, which is like sweet custard.
What is “Bandeja Paisa” known for?
Being Colombia’s national dish — it has rice, beans, meat, avocado, egg, and plantain.
What positive effect does globalization have on Colombian food?
Local flavors are shown abroad.
Why does Colombia have the title of “megadiverse”?
It has a variety of plants, animals, and climates
What holiday affects eating habits?
Around Easter, many people avoid meat and eat fish instead.
What is “Ajiaco”
A thick chicken and potato soup popular in Bogotá.
What risk does globalization bring to traditions?
What risk does globalization bring to traditions?
How does geography affect food?
Geography causes distinct regions to grow different foods, like coffee, plantains, and corn.
How does income affect Colombian family meals?
Families with higher incomes may eat imported foods more than rural families.
Why are traditional foods important to Colombia?
They show regional identity, family pride, and cultural history.
How has globalization helped Colombian farmers?
It allows them to sell products like coffee and fruit to other countries.