Test Your Holiday Food IQ
Karsten Moran wrote an article for The New York Times.
During this festive season, we bring out recipes such as cremas, yule logs, sufganiyot, and gingerbread houses that we may not use for the rest of the year. You might be familiar with your family's beloved dishes and their histories, but do you have any knowledge of holiday cooking traditions from around the world? Answer this quiz and perhaps, attempt a new recipe that you haven't tried before.
Festive desserts for Christmas that have liquor and are full of dried fruits usually need some time to soak in the alcohol, just like enthusiastic party people at countless holiday events. But which of these desserts can be quickly made on the night before Christmas?
Before potato latkes became commonly known, what other ingredient was made into a fried pancake during Hanukkah?
People eat certain dishes to celebrate the winter solstice. Legend has it that one of these dishes has the power to shield ears from the cold and prevent frostbite. Can you guess which one it is?
Kwanzaa is a celebration where a variety of different foods are eaten. The karamu feast may include dishes such as macaroni and cheese or feijoada, which reflect the African diaspora. However, at the heart of the holiday are the Nguzo Saba, also known as the seven guiding principles. Do you know which ingredient is often used as a symbol to represent children or the future during this celebration?
During the Christmas season in Latin America and other areas, individuals prepare and relish Mesoamerican dumplings such as tamales and other difficult-to-create stuffed parcels. These packages necessitate a great deal of effort due to the stew-like filling that may need to cook for an extended period, the dough used to encase it, and the time-consuming process of skillfully sealing the bundles. It may become a family event as everyone collaborates to complete the herculean undertaking. Can you identify one of these timeless recipes that does not require a corn masa dough?
Which of these delicious holiday cocktails made from rich, creamy rum and dairy is suitable for those who avoid eggs?
