Canada's food guide kids
Foods from around the world
Name the countries where these foods originate. Some of these foods may also be traditional to other countries.
Arepas
Main ingredient: cornmeal
Origin
Venezuela
Sushi
Main ingredients: rice, fish
Origin
Japan
Grape leaves
Main ingredients: grape leaves, rice
Origin
Greece
Dal
Main ingredients: lentils
Origin
India
Asaro (yam pottage)
Main ingredient: yam
Origin
Nigeria
Borscht
Main ingredient: beets, potatoes, carrots
Origin
Ukraine
Bammy
Main ingredient: cassava
Origin
Jamaica
Tabbouleh
Main ingredient: parsley, tomatoes, bulgur
Origin
Lebanon
Moose rubaboo
Main ingredient: moose, root vegetables
Origin
Métis (Canada)
Ratatouille
Main ingredient: eggplant, tomatoes, zucchini, bell peppers
Origin
France
Dumplings
Main ingredient: pork
Origin
China
Phở
Main ingredient: broth, rice noodles, beef
Origin
Vietnam
Answer key
| Meal | Country of origin |
|---|---|
| Arepas | Venezuela |
| Sushi | Japan |
| Grape leaves | Greece |
| Dal | India |
| Asaro (yam pottage) | Nigeria |
| Borscht | Ukraine |
| Bammy | Jamaica |
| Tabbouleh | Lebanon |
| Moose rubaboo | Métis (Canada) |
| Ratatouille | France |
| Dumplings | China |
| Phở | Vietnam |
Think about other foods from around the world that your group could explore. What are their names, and what are their main ingredients?
