Food History
Where was rice first grown and consumed by locals?
China
Accompanying almost every Korean meal these spicy, fermented vegetables are like the ketchup of Korea.
What am I?
Kimchi
Most commonly eaten food in China?
Rice
Fish balls are cheap but one of the most popular asian street snacks.
True
In many Asian culutres, offering food to deceased loved ones was common practice.
True or False?
True
Bite-sized dumplings, steam cooked and served as either an appetizer or together as a feast. They are sometimes brought to customers on carts in certain restaurants.
Dim Sum
During Chinese New years many eat this delicious cake to celebrate.
Moon cake
"Tom yum goong" means spicy bright noddle soup.
False
This famous bowl of soup was created in Northern Vietnam. (Hint:beef bone broth)
Pho
A crisp and flaky pastry, a caramelized sugar top, and a smooth, creamy egg custard centre. A breakfast snack for many in Asia
Egg Tarts
Name 1 of the top 5 most commonly eaten Middle Eastern foods internationally.
Falafel
Shawarma
Hummus
Pita Bread
Chicken Kebab
Chinese dumplings are eaten on the third day od the new year to resemble good health and prosperity.
False
What is Sri Lanka's national dish?
Rice and Curry
Feared and revered as the formidable ‘King of Fruits’. For those who brave past the alien-esque shell and pungent smell, expect a lifelong obsession for the sweet, creamy and perfect fruit inside.
What am I?
Durian
What is currently the largest asian fast food chain?
Panda Express
In Chinese culture, the noodle is a sign of long life.
True
In Japanese history what was the name of the god/godess that brought luck and fortune to everyone's harvest.
Inari Ōkami
One of Singapore’s most common and sought after hawker foods. You can find me on the street markets or in a nice restaurant.
What am I?
Singapore Chicken Rice
What is the former Toronto Raptor's centre; Serge Ibaka's favourite asian dish.
Fried rice
The first Indian restaurant in Britain was set up in 1810 in London.
True