32 Questions
What is the primary focus of the cuisine of Britain, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales?
Comfort and nourishment
What was the result of colonization in modern British cuisine?
A peasant/poor cuisine that focused on survival
What was the primary way of life for ancient ancestors in the British Isles?
Subsisting off of the land
What type of foods were part of the diet of ancient ancestors in the British Isles?
Wild game and foraged plants
What was the historical relationship between Britain and its neighboring countries?
Britain colonized Ireland, Scotland, and Wales
What is a significant feature of Goan food?
Use of Kokum
In which region of India is the Varadi cuisine popular?
Vidarbha
What is the name of the utensils in which food is served in Assamese cuisine?
Mariya Tamul
What is the primary influence on the dietary culture of the region?
Hindu origins
What is the role of fish in Goan cuisine?
It is a staple ingredient
Who is credited with developing mother sauces?
Marie-Antoine Carême
What is the significance of Assam Panta Ilish?
It is a traditional platter
What is the staple food in Maharashtra?
Bread and Rice
What is the philosophy of Fernand Point?
Using the very best products, handling them the best way, and cooking them to highlight their qualities
What is characteristic of the Assamese cuisine?
It is a blend of different indigenous styles
What is the diet pattern of the facultative vegetarians?
They eat fish and meat
What is the name of the dish that concludes a traditional meal in Assamese cuisine?
Tenga
What is the name of the kitchen organizational system created by Escoffier?
Brigade System
What is the term used to describe the emergence of a lighter cooking style that focuses on quality ingredients?
Nouvelle Cuisine
What is the title of the chef who is responsible for preparing food for the staff?
Communard
What is the title of the chef who is responsible for cooking fish?
Poissonnier
What is the title of the chef who is responsible for supervising the pantry?
Garde Manger
Which Italian cheese is made from sheep's milk and is often used as a grating cheese?
Pecorino
What is the name of the Italian pasta shaped like a grain of rice?
Risi
Which Italian cheese has maggots added to it during its maturation?
Casu marzu
What is the name of the Italian pasta sauce made with basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil?
Pesto
Which Italian cheese is a type of cream cheese originally made in the Lombardy Region?
Mascarpone
What is the name of the Italian pasta shape that imitates seashells?
Conchigliette
Which Italian cheese is a type of blue-veined cheese from the outskirts of Milan?
Gorgonzola
What is the name of the Italian pasta shape that is stuffed and formed by folding a circular piece?
Agnolotti
Which Italian cheese is a type of soft buffalo's milk cheese shaped in small balls and eaten fresh?
Provatura
What is the name of the Italian pasta shape that is long and thin, similar to linguine?
Trenette
Explore the cuisines of Britain, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, and how they reflect the comfort and nourishment that food provides. Learn about the history of colonization and its impact on modern British cuisine. Discover the peasant cuisine that emerged in response to survival needs.
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