Land & Climate
What shape is Italy often compared to?
A boot!
What’s a food Italy is most famous for?
pasta.
What religion influences many food customs in Italy?
Catholicism.
What’s a big festival in Venice called?
Carnevale.
What Italian dish is loved all over the world?
Pizza!
What kind of climate does Italy have?
Warm and sunny in most places.
What’s usually eaten before the main dish?
Antipasto, small starters like cheese or bread.
What food is often avoided on Good Friday?
Meat.
What food do people eat at Carnevale?
Fried sweets like chiacchiere.
What drink started in Italy but is now everywhere?
Espresso or cappuccino.
Why are olives and grapes easy to grow there?
Because the weather is dry and perfect for them.
What’s a normal drink during meals?
Water or a little wine for adults.
What food is blessed or shared on Easter?
Bread and eggs.
What do Italians usually cook for Sunday lunch?
Big meals with pasta and meat for the whole family.
How has globalization changed Italian eating habits?
People eat more fast food now than before.
What region is famous for pizza?
Naples.
What’s a typical Italian breakfast like?
A pastry and coffee, usually quick.
Why do many Italian meals feel like family events?
Because eating together is part of their tradition and faith.
What do people eat at weddings?
Lots of courses, appetizers, pasta, and desserts.
What’s one way Italy has shared its culture globally?
Through Italian restaurants and chefs around the world.
Why do people eat more seafood near the coast?
Because they live close to the sea and fish is fresh.
Why do Italians care so much about fresh ingredients?
They believe good food starts with good quality products.
What food has special meaning during Christmas?
panettone, a sweet holiday bread.
What’s an Italian dessert that’s famous worldwide?
Tiramisu.
How do Italians keep their traditions strong even with global trends?
They keep cooking homemade meals and celebrating family time.