Roman Landmarks
This landmark, now in ruins, is where Roman gladiators would fight their opponents.
What is the Colosseum?
This is a popular frozen dessert that can be found almost everywhere in Rome. Compared to ice cream, this treat is made with less cream and more milk.
What is Gelato?
This red fruit, though its mass comes mostly from water, contains a healthy dose of Vitamin C. It is used heavily in not only Italian cuisine but also in Creole cooking!
What are tomatoes?
This city is located in the central Italian region. Despite its name, it is NOT the birthplace of pizza. Watch out for its famous Leaning Tower!
What is Pisa?
Fontana di Trevi is the Italian name for this landmark. Folklore has it that if you throw a coin in here, you will return to Rome.
What is the Trevi Fountain?
Many Central Italians start the day off by enjoying coffee and biscotti, a type of cookie that is made with these kinds of nuts. You might have placed them on your cakes this morning!
What are almonds?
These round vegetables are grown throughout Central and Southern Italy. Often, its oils are extracted. In Louisiana, you might see these on muffalettas.
What are Olives?
Italy's coastline is surrounded by this large sea that is commonly associated with Italy and Southern Europe.
What is the Medditeranean Sea?
Vatican City is a small country that is nestled inside the city of Rome. What is the name of the head of the Catholic Church that resides here?
Who is the Pope?
Cacio e Pepe is a popular dish made with spaghetti, cheese and a black spice that is highlighted in its name. What kind of spice is "pepe"?
What is Black Pepper?
In Roman cuisine, the hearts of this green vegetable are often served steamed or fried. They are a great source of fiber!
What are artichokes?
Many painters, sculptors, and poets found their way to this capital city of Tuscany, where the Renaissance once flourished.
What is Florence?
Legend has it that Rome was founded along this river, which is also the third longest river in Italy.
Tiber River
Puntarelle is a bitter-tasting Italian salad that is made with the leaves of what plant? Hint: This a popular coffee-flavoring here at Cafe Du Monde!
What is Chicory?
One of the oldest Roman soups is Minestrone. It is made from broth and vegetables such as onions, celery and this orange root vegetable, that'll give you some Vitamin K.
What are carrots?
These fish, a good source of protein and fatty acids, are abundant around an Italian island in the middle of the Mediterranean sea.
What are sardines?
This magnificent temple was dedicated to all the Roman gods. What is the name of this site, that is still standing in Rome today?
What is the Pantheon?
Food in Tuscany is based around the principle, cucina povera, meaning "poor cooking". Inexpensive foods and leftovers are commonly used. A popular salad is panzanella, made with tomatoes, onions, and what stale, floury ingredient?
What is bread?
Gnocchi is a popular Italian dumpling that has been around since the times of the Roman Empire. However, gnocchi has been made out of this brown vegetable after the introduction of it from the New World during colonial times.
What are potatoes?
After a heavy lunch, a person might do this in the afternoon. Italians call this activity pisolino. It is similar to the Spanish siesta.
What is Nap or Sleep?