World Foods & Drinks
What is Tiramisu?
A popular Italian dessert made of layers of coffee-soaked biscuits and cheese, topped with cocoa powder.
Where is the Taj Mahal located?
India
Which country does the sombrero originate from?
Mexico
What is "Ni hao"?
In Mandarin Chinese, this phrase is used to greet someone and literally means "you good," pronounced as "nee how."
What is sushi?
A Japanese dish features vinegared rice combined with raw fish, vegetables, or other ingredients, often wrapped in seaweed.
Which country’s flag in the world does not have a rectangular shape?
Nepal
What is a kimono?
A traditional Japanese T-shaped robe with wide sleeves, often made from silk and worn with an obi belt.
What is "Buenos dias"?
This common greeting in Spanish-speaking countries literally translates to "good days" and is used throughout the day until evening.
What is Genmaicha?
A Japanese Green Tea blended with roasted brown rice (Japan has 4 common green teas: Matcha, Hojicha, Genmaicha, and Sencha)
What is the Colosseum?
An ancient Roman amphitheater in Rome, famous for gladiator contests and public spectacles.
What is a kilt, and which country does it originate from?
A knee-length skirt-like traditional Scottish garment with pleats at the rear, typically made of wool fabric with a tartan pattern.
What is "Namaste"?
In Hindi, this greeting is spoken with hands pressed together in front of the chest and means "I bow to the divine in you."
What is Coq au vin?
A French dish of chicken braised with red wine, mushrooms, onions, and bacon.
What is the name of the temple that UNESCO considered a World Heritage site in Cambodia?
Angkor Wat
What is the name of the pants that Germany commonly wears during Oktoberfest?
Lederhosen
What is "Aloha"?
The Hawaiian word for both “hello” and “goodbye”.
What is Tzatziki?
A Greek sauce that is made from strained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill/mint (add some salt and olive oil for richness)
How many stars does the Australian flag have?
There are 6 stars total, where each represents the 6 states and federal territories of Australia
What is a dashiki or boubou?
A flowing, wide-sleeved West African robe is worn by both men and women, often featuring intricate embroidery around the neck and chest.
What is "As-salamu alaykum"?
This Arabic greeting and response means "peace be upon you" and is one of the most common greetings in the Islamic world.