General
Give three examples of fruits or vegetables grown throughout Europe
Apples, grapes, olives, lemons, spinach, lettuce, peaches, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, berries, brussel sprouts, beans, legumes, etc.
Originally from France, this thin pancake is typically topped with things like jams, nutella, sugar, and butter
Crêpes
This French city is famous for it's fresh croissants, baguettes, and macarons
Paris
A blue zone is an area where the more of the population reaches this age than anywhere else
100 years old
Pasta is MOSTLY made up of these two ingredients
Eggs and flour
Seafood is commonly consumed throughout Europe. Name 3 commonly eaten things in Europe that are found in the ocean
salmon, tuna, sardines, clams, oysters, scallops, crab, lobster, shrimp
A pizza that originated in Naples, Italy -- topped with crushed tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and olive oil
Margherita Pizza
This Italian city is known for it's cacio e pepe, carbonara, and gelato
Rome
Someone who lives to the age of 100
A centenarian
These two things are commonly eaten for dessert throughout Europe
Name the three livestock (animals) that are commonly consumed throughout most of Europe
Pork, beef, poultry
A prestigious award given to restaurants that are outstanding. Italy and France have some of the most in the world
A Michelin star
This German city is known for it's currywurst, schnitzel, and pretzels
Berlin
The Mediterranean diet gets most of their protein from these food sources (name 3)
Fish, beans, lentils, chickpeas, nuts, seeds, greek yogurt
Feta cheese MUST be made from either of these two animals to be considered real
Goat or sheep
Herbs and spices make things have flavor. Name three herbs/spices found in European cuisine
Basil, dill, oregano, mint, thyme, rosemary, parsley
Authentic alfredo sauce is made from these three ingredients (not including the pasta)
Parmesan cheese, butter, pasta water
This Greek ISLAND is known for it's gyros, calamari, and tomato fritters
Santorini
2 of the 5 Blue Zones are located in the Mediterranean in these two countries
Italy and Greece
Perogies are dumplings filled with potatoes, onions, and cheese. They are commonly found in this country
Poland
Wine is known to have potential health benefits. Explain the reasoning behind this.
Wine is fermented grapes, fermented foods are good for your gut, happy gut = happier and healthier
A pastry where croissant dough is stuffed with chocolate
Pain au Chocolat
This Spanish city is known for it's spanish omelet, tapas, and fried calamari sandwich
The "Mediterranean Agricultural Trinity" refers to these three crops
Grapes, olives, wheat
Explain the importance of human connection and how a sharing a meal can help to connect with other people
Human connection is essential for our overall well- being. It gives us a sense of purpose. Without it, we would become severely unwell. Sharing a meal with others gives us a chance to pause, have conversations, and then feel seen and heard