Filipino Cuisine
What are the three main ingredients of Taho?
tofu, pearls, and syrup
its the majority religion of the Philippines at about 80% of the population...
Roman Catholic
Known as one of the most haunted cities in America, which city is known for their voodoo magic and amazing cuisine?
(it inspired Disneyland's Haunted Mansion)
New Orleans
Celebrated in Mexico, Dia De Los Muertos Translates to what?
Day of the dead
Le Juillet 14, also known as what? is a French holiday celebrating the fall of a prison during the revolution.
Bastille Day
In Spanish, it is a curse word (masculine) meaning prostitute.
In the Philippines, it is a sweet steamed cake dessert.
Puto
What is the main language spoken in the Philippines?
Pronounce it right Sebastian...
Tagalog
Halloween originates from the Celtic festival of Samhain of ancient Britain and which neighboring country?
Ireland
Calaveras are the main symbol for Dia De Los Muertos, often used as decoration or shown as face paint. What is a calavera?
A skull (sugar skull)
Its a celebration where Indigenous (North American) communities come together to dance, sing, and honor traditions...
the Pow Wow
Sold as street food around Southeast Asia (more common in the Philippines), balut is a delicacy duck egg dish that will make every vegan make a face of disgust...
Why? (whats so special about the egg?)
its fertilized... meaning that the bird is still inside
Originating in Japan, this fun activity is very popular in family gatherings and parties across the Philippines...
Karaoke
With reasons similar to Dia De Los Muertos, Guatemalans honor the dead during the Barriletes Gigantes festival, where they would fly what in the sky?
Hint: Benjamin tied a key to it!
kites
To honor loved ones who have passed away, families set up altars that include drinks, food, banners, and candles to welcome their spirits.
What are these altars called?
ofrendas (meaning offerings)
For their 59th feature animation film, Disney decided to take inspiration from Southeast Asian cultures for which movie?
(starring Awkwafina as a Naga-inspired creature)
Raya and the Last Dragon
This Filipino stew, made with pork and pork blood, has a very hearty and bold flavor to it...
What is the name of that stew?
Dinuguan
Home to a diverse selection of flora and fauna, this geological wonder can be found in the Bohol province with at least 1260 hills...
Chocolate hills
In this Chinese festival taking place in April, people honor the dead by cleaning the tombs of loved ones, as it is considered to be one of the most respectful acts towards the deceased...
Qingming Festival
Dia De Los Muertos finds its origins rooting from the traditions of this ancient, indigenous civilization...
The Aztecs
Other parts of this animal are used for food, fabrics, medicine, instruments, and more!
Alpacas
This popular restaurant finds its roots in Manila, where it began as an ice cream shop back in 1975.
(name the restaurant)
Jollibee
Also known as the Baguio Flower Festival, this festival is celebrated in memory of the 1990 Luzon earthquake...
panagbenga
Long ago, Irish jack-o-lanterns were originally carved out of what? in order to scare off evil spirits...
Turnips
Why are marigolds important for this holiday?
they lead spirits towards their altars
Known for their great military strength and organization in the past, its one of the largest native ethnic groups of South Africa, making up ~22% of its population...
the Zulu