Food and Culture
What is comida?
Comida is lunch.
In Mexico, this meal is considered the most important of the day, typically eaten between 1:30 pm and 4:00 pm.
what is one native ingredient to Mexico?
Corn or beans.
Which religion most influences Mexico, Brazil, Peru, and Argentina?
Roman Catholicism.
What city is a popular tourist destination in Mexico?
Mexico City, Oaxaca City, Valle de Gaudalupe, or Mérida.
Where is Asado from?
Argentina.
"Buen provecho" is a phrase said before a mean in Mexico and Argentina. in Brazil the equivalent is "bon apetite" what does it mean?
enjoy your meal
What animal is non native to Argentina that is a staple in its cuisine?
Cattle.
What Roman Catholic celebration do you make and offer Pan de Muerto for?
Dia de los Muertos.
What is the food capital of Peru?
Lima.
What is one food group in Mexico?
Vegetables and fruits, Whole grain cereals and tubers, Legumes (beans, lentils, broad beans, chickpeas), Foods of animal origin, or Healthy oils & fats
What is Nixtamalization?
A traditional Mexican cooking process that involves soaking and cooking corn in an alkaline solution like limewater to enhance its nutritional value and flavor
What is one of the top exports of Brazil?
Soybeans, corn, coffee, sugar and molasses, orange juice, beef, or chicken
When do you eat Feijoada?
All Saints Day and Christmas.
In Mexico Valle de Guadalupe is a capital of what?
Wine.
Pambazos are usually made with specific pambazo bread but in localized versions what is sometimes used instead?
Regular sandwich rolls or even hamburger buns are sometimes used.
Specifically for making couscous 2 compartments Bottom pot: hold boiling water Top: perforated where couscous mixture is held Steam rises to top and cooks couscous. What is this tool called?
A Cuscuzeira
in Brazil what herb/spice/root is a key component of sofrito, a common preparation in cooking?
Garlic.
What do tamales represent?
They represent unity and family.
What is Brazils largest city which is also popular for its food?
São Paulo.
What is one common reason for changes in localized dishes?
Ingredient availability.
What is Pachamanca?
an ancient Peruvian cooking method, name meaning "earth pot", involves layering hot stones, meats, vegetables, and herbs in an underground pit, then covering it with banana leaves, burlap, and soil to steam the food for several hours.
What is one of the regions that commonly farm for oregano in Argentina?
The Cuyo region or the Traslasierras region
Rosca de Pascua
What European countries influence the cuisine in Buenos Aires?
Italy and Spain.
Lomo Saltado is a popular dish in Peru for what meal? Breakfast, lunch, or dinner?
Lunch.