european foods it’s snack time! much of a country or region’s culture can be learned by looking...
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European Foods
It’s snack time!Much of a country or
region’s culture can be learned by looking at
what they eat…
Brainstorm!
What are some food items from regions of Europe that are popular?
• Paella (Spain)• Swiss cheese• Brie cheese• Spaghetti (Italy)• Pizza (Italy)• Tea & crumpets (UK)• Fish and chips (UK)• Belgian chocolate• Tapas (Spain)• Goulash (Hungary)• Weinerschnitzel
(Austria)• Gyros (Greece)
• Sauerkraut (Germany)
• Crepes (French)• Grapes • Olives• Pretzels (Germany)• Swiss chocolate• Ravioli (Italy)• Spanakopita
(Greece)• Hummus (Greece)• Belgian Waffles• Lamb (Greece)
Europe Cultural Luncheon-Friday, February 1st
What to bring:
1. an index card or paper with the following information about your food item
2. Your food item
3. a way to serve it (i.e. cups, napkin, forks, etc.)
Name: Sauerkraut
Country of Origin: Germany
Ingredients: cabbage, salt, vinegar
What this tells us about culture: cabbage is inexpensive and easy to grow in the Northern Plains region of Germany. Probably introduced by Germanic tribes/travelers from Asia.