Turkish Tea
What is the color of a well-brewed Turkish tea?
Reddish-brown
Which historical empire is credited with spreading Turkish coffee culture?
The Ottoman Empire
What strait divides the European and Asian parts of Turkey?
The Bosphorus Straight
What color is tang supposed to be?
bright orange
What is the Bengali word for mango?
Aam (আম)
Is it tradition to drink Turkish tea before or after meals?
Before
What is traditionally served alongside Turkish coffee?
A glass of cold water
What is the name of the famous mosque in Istanbul that was once a church and then a museum?
Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya)
During what holiday do Bengalis break their fast with tang?
Ramadan
In Bengali cuisine, Mango Lassi is often enjoyed during which season?
Summer
What is the Turkish word for tea?
Çay
True or False: Turkish coffee is typically served with milk.
False
What is the national flower of Bangladesh
Water Lily
Which Bengali word is often used to describe the strong, refreshing taste of Tang? (hint: sour/tangy)
Tok (টক)
What spice is sometimes sprinkled on top of Bengali Mango Lassi to enhance its flavor?
Cardamom powder
What shape are the glasses used to serve Turkish tea?
Hourglass shape
In traditional Turkish culture, this sweetener is often added to Turkish coffee during brewing.
Sugar
Which famous Bengali poet is often referred to as the "Bard of Bengal" and was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature?
Rabindranath Tagore
Besides water, what other liquid is sometimes mixed with Tang in Bengali households for a richer taste?
Soda
Which ingridient is sometimes added to make Bengali Mango Lassi creamier?
Milk
In what century did tea become popular in Turkey?
20th Century
In Turkish Tradition, what does the bride add to the groom's Turkish coffee during the engagement ceremony?
Salt
What is the name of the Bay that houses several ports and beaches on the southern edge of Bangladesh?
Bay of Bengal
Tang became especially popular in Bengali culture during which decade?
1990s
When was mango lassi invented?
1000 BC