Question 1

Manchego is one of Central Spain's most famous cheeses made from:&#10;A)Cow's milk&#10;B)Goat's milk&#10;C)Sheep's milk&#10;D)A mixture of goat and sheep milk

Accepted Answer

Manchego cheese is traditionally made from sheep's milk in the La Mancha region of central Spain.

Question 2

Andalucia is the world's largest producer of this food product:&#10;A)Saffron&#10;B)Olive oil&#10;C)Almonds&#10;D)Pistachio nuts

Accepted Answer

Andalucia is known for its vast olive groves and produces more than 40% of the world's olive oil.

Question 3

This fortified wine comes from a small region of Spain and is made from the Muscat,Palomino,and Pedro Ximinez grapes:&#10;A)Vermouth&#10;B)Sherry&#10;C)Sangria&#10;D)Rioja

Accepted Answer

Sherry comes from a small region in Spain and is made from a blend of Muscat, Palomino, and Pedro Ximenez grapes. Vermouth is a fortified wine made with a blend of herbs and spices, Sangria is a wine-based drink mixed with fruit, and Rioja is a red wine region in Spain.

Question 4

This region is well known for growing short grain rice used for paella:&#10;A)Mediterranean Spain&#10;B)Green Spain&#10;C)Central Spain&#10;D)Andalucia

Accepted Answer

Mediterranean Spain, specifically the regions of Valencia and Murcia, are well known for growing the short grain rice used for paella. Green Spain (northern coast) is known for its seafood dishes, Central Spain for its stews and roasts, and Andalucia for its Moorish-influenced cuisine.

Question 5

Olive oil is made from:&#10;A)Green olives&#10;B)Black olives&#10;C)Only manzanilla olives&#10;D)A special variety of stoneless olive

Accepted Answer

Olive oil can be made from both green and black olives.

Question 6

Over 70% of this valuable spice is grown in Spain:&#10;A)Saffron&#10;B)Paprika&#10;C)Achiote&#10;D)Fennel

Accepted Answer

Saffron is often considered the most expensive spice in the world and Spain is its largest producer, accounting for over 70% of the world's saffron production. The climate and soil conditions in Spain's La Mancha region are particularly ideal for growing saffron.

Question 7

These invaders introduced the cultivation of rice,spices,fruits,nuts and new food preparation techniques to Spain:&#10;A)Vikings&#10;B)Gitanos&#10;C)Moors&#10;D)Visigoths

Accepted Answer

The Moors were invaders from North Africa who conquered much of Spain and introduced new crops such as rice, spices, fruits, and nuts. They also brought new food preparation techniques, such as using saffron for flavoring and combining sweet and savory flavors in dishes.

Question 8

The term for the caramelized toasted bottom of an authentic paella is:&#10;A)Jambon&#10;B)Cocido&#10;C)Suevi&#10;D)Socarrat

Accepted Answer

The term for the caramelized toasted bottom of an authentic paella is called "socarrat".

Question 9

Similar to tapas,the Basques of Green Spain are noted for these appetizers:&#10;A)Horchata&#10;B)Chufa&#10;C)Vieira&#10;D)Pintxos

Accepted Answer

Pintxos are the small appetizers that are popular in Basque cuisine, similar to tapas in Spain. Horchata and chufa are drinks and vieira refers to scallops, which are also used in Basque cooking but not necessarily as an appetizer.

Question 10

Olives takes best when eaten immediately after picking from the tree&#10;A)True&#10;B)False

Accepted Answer

Olives contain oleuropein when fresh, making them very bitter. They typically require processing (such as curing or fermenting) to become palatable.

Deck 8: Northern Asian Cuisines