Cinco De Mayo
4th of July
Christmas
New York Food
NY Festivals & Foods
100
When did the battle of Puebla take place?
On the 5th of May!
100
This fruit is the most popular choice served on the 4th of July
Red, White and Blue!
100
Children leave these two items for Santa.
cookies and milk
100
What food item was popularized by Italian immigrants in the early 20th century to complement the fast-paced lifestyle of New York City?
pizza by the slice
100
What famous event in New York features large balloons, marching bands, and floats, and happens on Thanksgiving Day?
The Thanksgiving Day Parade
200
What fruit is eaten the most on Cinco De Mayo?
a. Avocados
b. Tomatoes (for salsa)
c. Pineapple (for drinks)
200
Americans will consume 375 million of these on July 4th.
hamburgers
200
This is a craft house that is popular to make and eat for Christmas
gingerbread house
200
What famous New York City diner, known for its pastrami sandwiches and classic deli fare, has been operating since 1888 on the Lower East Side?
Katz's Delicatessen/ Katz's Diner
200
At the Taste of Buffalo festival, what food do many people wait in long lines to eat?
chicken wings (buffalo wings)
300
Cierto o Falso
The first "Cinco de Mayo" celebrations were held by Mexican people living in US
CIERTO
300
This fruit is the most popular choice served on the 4th of July
watermelon
300
This soda company often uses Santa Claus and polar bears in their Christmas advertising
Coca-Cola
300
What are the 4 key Immigrant groups that have influenced New York food?
Italian, Jewish, Chinese, Latin communities
300
Take 300 points from another team...
And add it to yours!
400
Cierto o Falso
"Cinco de Mayo" is widely celebrated in Mexico.
Falso
400
400 free points...
IF everyone on the team dances for 30 seconds
400
This country started the tradition of Christmas eggnog
England
400
Peking Duck
400
What popular New York City dessert consists of layers of sponge cake soaked in coffee, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder?
Tiramisu
500
According to the California Avocado Commission, roughly how many pounds of avocados are consumed in the U.S. during Cinco de Mayo?
A. 5 thousand pounds of avocado.
B. 3.8 million pounds of avocado.
C. 70 million pounds of avocados
70 million pounds of avocados are consumed in the U.S. during Cinco de Mayo
500
Where is the National Hot Dog Eating Contest held every July 4th?
Coney Island
500
This is what children leave for reindeer
carrots
500
What are the three primary neighborhoods in New York City known for their Chinese communities?
- Chinatown in Manhattan
- Flushing in Queens
- Sunset Park in Brooklyn
500
What's the name of the New York festival that celebrates Chinese culture with parades, performances, and delicious food from various Asian countries?
The Lunar New Year Parade and Festival (or Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade)