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-- || Pancit canton--rice noodles with chicken and vegetables, cooked with soy sauce Menudo--pork mixed with vegetables, spices, and tomato sauce Lumpia Shanghai--deep fried meat with vegetables, eat with sweet and sour sauce 7. boiling, grilling, roasting, and steaming 8. Christmas--Maligayang Pasko, Philippines is known as Land of Fiestas, mix between West and Eastern traditions, roast pork, banana fritters, chicken rice soup, kare-kare
 * ===Name=== || ===Content: Philippines=== ||
 * Peace || # The Philippines - 298,170 sq km - Manila - 97,976,603 (July 2009 est.) - Roman Catholic 80.9% (2000 census) - Democratic political system - $3,300 (2009 est.) - male: 68.17 years ; female: 74.15 years (2009 est.)
 * 1) The Philippine archipelago is made up of 7,107 islands; favorably located in relation to many of Southeast Asia's main water bodies: the South China Sea, Philippine Sea, Sulu Sea, Celebes Sea, and Luzon Strait; Terrain: mostly mountains with narrow to extensive coastal lowlands; Climate: tropical marine; northeast monsoon (November to April); southwest monsoon (May to October) - Ways that climate and terrain impact food production: Natural hazards: astride typhoon belt, usually affected by 15 and struck by five to six cyclonic storms per year; landslides; active volcanoes; destructive earthquakes; tsunamis. Environmental Issues (mostly caused by people): uncontrolled deforestation especially in watershed areas; soil erosion; air and water pollution in major urban centers; coral reef degradation; increasing pollution of coastal mangrove swamps that are important fish breeding grounds. (https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/rp.html)
 * 2) **Christian Catholics**: only eating fish during LENT; **Muslims**: doesn't eat pork
 * 3) Staple Foods: (mainly) **Seafoods**, because the philippines is known as having own of the largest number of fish farms; **rice**, because they are grown in large quantities in every islands of the philippines.
 * 4) Typically Used Ingredients: sugar, salt, pepper, spices, coconut or fruit extracts, soy sauce, vinegar
 * 5) Typical Dishes of the Philippines: **Lechon**, is often served with vinegar, lechon sauce (made out of chicken livers or liver pate combined with vinegar, garlic, and pepper), plum sauce, or other sauces, or with other seasonings or accompaniments. Another variation consists of a deep-fried piglet chopped into small pieces and wrapped in pita wedges, and served with an array of special sauces. **Tapa,** is dried or cured beef or venison, although other meat or even fish may be used. Filipinos prepare thin slices of meat and cure it with salt and spices as a method of preserving it. Tapa is best fried or grilled, often served with rice, fried egg and achara (pickled papaya strips). **Lumpiang Shanghai** is filled with ground pork or beef, minced onion, carrots, and spices with the mixture held together by beaten eggs. **Sinigang** (e.g., fish, pork, shrimp, or beef) is often stewed with tamarinds, tomatoes, and onions. Other vegetables commonly used in the making of sinigang include okra, toro corms, daikon, water spinach, yardlong beans and eggplant. Most Filipinos like to cook sinigang with green finger pepper in order to enhance the taste while adding a little spice to the dish. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_cuisine)
 * 6) Everyday Filipino dishes resemble Spanish cooking more than native meals. They most commonly use the methods **steaming** (Leche Flan), **boiling** (Sinigang), **roast** or **grill** (pork bbq or pata and lechon), **frying** (fish)
 * 7) FIlipino Christmas Delights: **PUTO bumbong and bibingka** - are two native holiday treats that are bound to the pre-dawn Misa de Aguinaldo, which starts December 16 and is held everyday for nine days until Christmas Day. (http://www.seasite.niu.edu/Tagalog/Cynthia/festivals/philippine_christmas.htm)
 * Lauren C || PHILIPPINES
 * 1) Philippines--298,170 sq km--Manila-- 97,976,603 (July 2009 est.)--Roman Catholic 80.9%, Muslim 5%, Evangelical 2.8%, Iglesia ni Kristo 2.3%, Aglipayan 2%, other Christian 4.5%, other 1.8%, unspecified 0.6%, none 0.1% (2000 census)--presidential political system (3 branches:legislative, judicial, executive)--$160 average income--lifespan: 71.9 years
 * 2) Climate: tropical marine; northeast monsoon (November to April); southwest monsoon (May to October), tropical rain forest--Rice grows very well, rains a lot during rainy season which is good for growing rice
 * 3) Muslims don't eat pork.
 * 4) Fruit is in abundance and are used in many foods. Pork is the most widely used meat. Rice is always necessary or its not a meal. Seafood.
 * 5) Pork, rice noodles, rice, soy sauce, oil, garlic, vinegar, calamansi, salt and pepper
 * 6) Adobo--national dish of Philippines, chicken or pork or both cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, lots of garlic and whole peppercorns

Sources: https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/rp.html http://asiarecipe.com/philippines.html http://www.food-links.com/countries/philippines/filipino-foods.php http://unofficialcook.com/recipes/pancit-philippine-style-fried-noodles-2/ http://www.allfavoriterecipe.com/lumpia-shanghai http://www.marimari.com/cOnTENT/philippines/food/cooking_methods.html http://www.seasite.niu.edu/Tagalog/Cynthia/festivals/philippine_christmas.htm || 1. Philippines is 300,000 sq km, the capital of the Philippines is Manila. Philippines population is 97,976,603. There religion are Roman Catholic 80.9%, Muslim 5%, Evangelical 2.8%, Iglesia ni Kristo 2.3%, Aglipayan 2%, other Christian 4.5%, other 1.8%, unspecified 0.6%, none 0.1% (2000 census) Language is Filipino (official; based on Tagalog) and English (official); eight major dialects - Tagalog, Cebuano, Ilocano, Hiligaynon or Ilonggo, Bicol, Waray, Pampango, and Pangasinan. Philippines is a republic political system. There income is 3,300. Lifespan is around 71 years old. 2. The Philippine archipelago is made up of 7,107 islands; favorably located in relation to many of Southeast Asia's main water bodies: the South China Sea, Philippine Sea, Sulu Sea, Celebes Sea, and Luzon Strait. The Philippines is the Tropical Climate, hot and humid, has two seasons, summer and rainy seasons. This affects the food production in that they generally produce rice, but other green crops are difficult to grow. They are limited because of the climate, for example lettuce and tomatoes. 3. Filipinos eat fish during Lent, they don't eat pork 4. Staple Foods: usually fish, rice, fruits like banana, meat (pork and chicken). 5. Some of the most common ingredients found in the Filipino foods are: salt, chili (sili), coconut (niyog), cornflour, garlic (bawang), ginger (luya), pandan leaf (screwpine), lemon grass (tanglad), calmondins, saba (short, wide plantain), banana, mangoes, fish sauce, coconut oil, and coconut milk,Chinese sausage (Longaniza; longganisa), mushrooms and tomato (kamatis). 6. __Adobo__ is made from chicken, pork, squid (pusit) or vegetables stewed in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, peppercorns and bay leaf. __Lumpia__ or better known as spring rolls in English is filled with vegetables and meat. This dish tastes great when served with soy sauce, vinegar or a slightly sweet sauce. __Sinigang__  lightly boiled, slightly sour soup known as sinigang makes a delightful dish when served with rice. This soup is cooked using souring agents like unripe guavas, tamarind leaves and flowers, kamias and tomatoes. There are different varieties of sinigang such as sinigang na isda (sour vegetable soup with fish) and sinigang na baboy (sour vegetable soup with pork). __Bistek__ beef and onion rings braised in soy sauce. This dish is what one would call beef steak, Filipino-style - reinvented with an Asian touch of soy sauce. 7. Common cooking methods are boiling, grilling, roasting and steaming. 8. New Years Day is a day where we can celebrate with our families outside or inside our houses. //Bisperas ng Bagong Taon///Noche vieja (New Years Eve) with a lavish feast, called //media noche// (literally, "middle of the night"). Round shaped foods, sticky or glutinous rice based foods, and various 12 round shaped fruits for each of the months of the year are served. Traditionally Filipinos stay at home, the latter serving parties lavishly, which always includes a lechon (roasted pig).
 * Johanna || ===Philippines===

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2. Geography: Archipelago, mountains with coastal lowlands. Climate:Tropical Marine. Struck by 5-6 typhoons per year. The climate is good for growing rice, sugarcane, coconut, corn, banana, cassava, pineapple and mango. 3. Roman Catholics eat everything during most of the year, but abstain from meat during Lent, eating fish instead. 4. The staple food is rice. It's typically eaten at every meal. A lot of rice is grown in the Philippines, and it's the main source of carbohydrates grown in the country. Wheat and potatoes are less common. 5. A lot of Filipino food uses a lot of vinegar, soy sauce, and salt. 6. Lechon: roast suckling pig. Adobo: Pork or chicken stewed in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaf, and black pepper corns. Sinigang: sour soup or stew of meat, vegetables, tamarind, fish sauce, onion and tomato. The meat can be pork, beef, or fish. Pancit: Any of a variety of noodle dishes of Chinese origin. 7. Typical cooking methods: frying, stewing, roasting. 8. Parada ng Lechon is a festival celebrated in Batangas that is all about lechon. Sources: Wikipedia and CIA World Factbook || 2. Geography: coastal areas, mountains, lowland rice fields. Climate: tropical hot and cool seasons ranging from 27 to 37 degrees Centigrade. There is a typhoon season with up to about 5,000 millimeters of rain per year. Impact of geography and climate on food production: Lots of sea coasts make fish the most common and least expensive form of protein available. Lots of rain make rice and vegetables the most plentiful foods grown. Tropical temperatures make coconut and tropical fruit trees plentiful. 3. How religion affects food choices: Pork and dinuguan or (blood soup) are not eaten by Muslims. Catholics typically eat fish instead of meat on Fridays, especially during Lent (40 days before Good Friday and Easter.) Protestants eat anything at anytime. 4. Staple foods: rice, pandesal or bread rolls, fish eggs, chicken, tropical fruits, and coconuts. Why they are the main part of the diet: Rice grows easily, especially in low land areas. Vegetable grow everywhere. Fish is common near rivers and sea coasts, less common in the mountains. 5.Ingredients typically used: salt, calmondins, saba (short, wide plantain), bananas, mangoes, fish sauce, milkfis, coconut oil and coconut milk. 6. Four typical dishes: a) steamed rice and grilled fresh fish or fried salted fish (e.g., tuyo); b) steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables (e.g., pakbet); c) steamed rice and chicken stew with vegetables (e.g., tinulang manok); d) rice porridge (lugao) and bread rolls (pandesal) 7. Common cooking methods: frying, grilling, boiling and steaming 8. One festival: Christmas: Associated food traditions: Noche Buena is a large meal served after the midnight Mass ends on December 24. Typical foods served are: lechon (roasted pig), pancit (a noodle dish), barbecue pork, rice adobo, rice cakes, lumpia (spring rolls), valenciana (sticky rice and coconut milk dumplings with chicken or meat inside), turon (banana fritters), hot chocolate and San Miguel beer. Sources: personal experience living in the Bicol Region; parents' information; http://wiki.answers.com; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippines; http://www.seasite.niu.edu/Tagalog/Cynthia/festivals/philippine_christmas.htm ||
 * Jay || 1. Republic of the Philippines. Land area: 300,000 sq km. Capital: Manila. Population: 97,976,603. Main religion: Roman Catholicism. Political system: Republic. Average income: $3,300. Average lifespan: 71.09 years.
 * Lisa || 1. Country: The Philippines. Land area: 7107 islands with 300,000 square kilometers (116,000 square miles). Capital city: Manila. Population: 92 million people, the world's 12 most populous country. Main religions: 80% Catholic, 10% other "Christian" groups, 5-10% Islam. Political system: Elected President + Vice President (one 6 year term), a two chamber elected congress (Senate and House of Representatives), and an independant judicial system headed by the Supreme Court Justice. There is one autonomous region in the Muslim portions of Mindanao. Average income: 45% of the population earns less than US $2 per day. Average lifespan: 70.5 years for men and 72.8 years for women.
 * Ben || **Country** - The land area of the Philippines is 298,170 sq km. It is located in Southeastern Asia, and is an archipelago between the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea, east of Vietnam. The population was estimated in 2009 to be 97,976,603. The main religion is Catholicism. The Philippines has a Republic type government and the Capital is Manila. The average family income is P173,000 per year (US$3,845) or P14,416 per month (US$320). The average life span is 71.09 years.


 * Geography and Climate** - The Philippines is a collection of 7,107 islands with a warm tropical climate. The Philippines is very mountainous. The highest point is Mount Apo 2,954 m. There are also large coastal flatlands where the main agricultural products are sugarcane, coconuts, rice, corn, bananas, cassavas, pineapples, and mangoes.

The basic foods in the Philippines are rice, green leafy vegetables, fish, chicken and pork (except for the muslims who don't eat pork). These foods are cheap and readily available.

Common cooking methods are boiling, frying and barbeque

Sources: http://www.census.gov.ph/data/pressrelease/2008/ie06frtx.html https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/rp.html Personal and parental experience || The islands are volcanic in origin. Mount Mayon in southern Luzon erupted in 2000. Mount Pinatubo in central Luzon erupted in 1991 and 1992. Both eruptions caused destruction of villages and farms and displaced thousands of people from their tribal homelands. Because the country is volcanic, the small islands have a mountainous center with coastal plains. Luzon has a broad central valley in the northern provinces along the Cagayan River and plains in the midlands near Manila, the capital. Mindanao and Panay also have central plains. Northern Luzon has two major mountain ranges: the Sierra Madres on the eastern coast and the Cordilleras in the center. The highest peak is Mount Apo in Mindanao at 9,689 feet (2,954 meters). - []
 * JiHo || **//Location and Geography.//** The Republic of the Philippines, a nation of 7,107 islands with a total area of 111,830 square miles (307,055 square kilometers), is located on the Pacific Rim of Southeast Asia. Two thousand of its islands are inhabited. Luzon, the largest island with one-third of the land and half the population, is in the north. Mindanao, the second largest island, is in the south. The Philippines are 1,152 miles (1,854 kilometers) long from north to south. The width is 688 miles (1,107 kilometers). There are no land boundaries; the country is bordered on the west by the South China Sea, on the east by the Philippine Sea, on the south by the Celebes Sea, and on the north by the Luzon Strait, which separates the country from its nearest neighbor, Taiwan. The closest nations to the south are Malaysia and Indonesia. Vietnam and China are the nearest neighbors on the mainland of Asia.

In the 14th cent. Arab traders from Malay and Borneo introduced Islam into the southern islands and extended their influence as far north as Luzon. The first Europeans to visit (1521) the Philippines were those in the Spanish expedition around the world led by the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan. Other Spanish expeditions followed, including one from New Spain (Mexico) under López de Villalobos, who in 1542 named the islands for the infante Philip, later Philip II. -http://pinas.dlsu.edu.ph/history/history.html
 * Early History -**The Negritos are believed to have migrated to the Philippines some 30,000 years ago from Borneo, Sumatra, and Malaya. The Malayans followed in successive waves. These people belonged to a primitive epoch of Malayan culture, which has apparently survived to this day among certain groups such as the Igorots. The Malayan tribes that came later had more highly developed material cultures.

The philippines was occupied by several nations. philippines has a mixture of japanese, chinese, spanish, and american culture.. which is the reason for their rich variety of thier types of foods. || 2. The Philippine archipelago lies in Southeast Asia in a position that has led to its becoming a cultural crossroads, a place where Malays, Chinese, Spaniards, Americans, and others have interacted to forge that unique cultural and racial blend known to the world as Filipino. The archipelago numbers some 7,100 islands and the nation claims an exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of 200 nautical miles from its shores. The Philippines has a tropical marine climate dominated by a rainy season and a dry season. 3.Prohibited foods include pork products, blood, carrion and alcohol 4. Rice is the staple food, and eat lots of fish and chicken 5. chili (sili), Chinese sausage (Longaniza; longganisa), coconut (niyog), cornflour, garlic (bawang), ginger (luya), mushrooms, pandan leaf (screwpine), tomato (kamatis) and lemon grass (tanglad). 6. Tocino - typical breakfast dish, served with rice. Processed pork meat Arroz -caldo - a filipino chicken congee
 * Daniel || 1.Philippines, 299,764 km², Manila, 2009 - 91,983,000 Catholics - 82.9% Protestants - 5.4% Islam - 4.6% PPhilippine Independent Church - 2.6% Iglesia ni Cristo - 2.3%, Unitary presidental constitutional republic, $3,300 (2008 est.), 67.5(2000)

[] [] [] [] [] || 2) mostly mountains with narrow to extensive coastal lowlands - tropical marine; northeast monsoon (November to April); southwest monsoon (May to October) 3) There isn’t anything that really affects the Philippines diet except on Religious holidays and for those who are Muslims. 4) The main staple food in the Philippines is rice, which they eat with almost every meal. 5) Some of the most common ingredients found in the Filipino pantry are chili (sili), Chinese sausage (Longaniza; longganisa), coconut (niyog), cornflour, garlic (bawang), ginger (luya), mushrooms, pandan leaf (screwpine), tomato (kamatis) and lemon grass (tanglad). 6) Add 7) //"Adobo/Inadobo"// − cooked in [|soy sauce], vinegar and garlic. It could also refer to just roasting on a wok, with light oil, garlic and salt, as in //adobong mani// ([|peanut] //adobo//). The latter is done more for snacks, while the former is more associated with viands. //"Ihaw/Inihaw"// − grilled over coals. //"[|Kinilaw]"// or //"[|Kilawin]"// − marinated in [|vinegar] or [|calamansi] juice along with [|garlic], [|onions], [|ginger], [|tomato], [|peppers]. //"Sinangag"// - fried rice. //"Sigang/[|Sinigang]"// − boiled, usually with a [|tamarind] base. Variant bases are: [|guava], raw [|mangoes], calamansi also known as [|calamondin], and almost any other sour fruit abundant in the locality. 8)
 * Rachel || 1) Republic of the Philippines; 300,000 sq km; Manila; 97,976,603 (July 2009 est.); Roman Catholic 80.9%, Muslim 5%, Evangelical 2.8%, Iglesia ni Kristo 2.3%, Aglipayan 2%, other Christian 4.5%, other 1.8%, unspecified 0.6%, none 0.1% (2000 census); republic; $3,300 (2009 est.); 71.09 years
 * Christmas** is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the Philippines. Filipinos take pride in having the longest Christmas celebration in the world ... as soon as the month ending with "ber" rolls around, preparations for Christmas begins. September signals the start of the Christmas season and you begin to hear Christmas carols everywhere and Christmas lanterns of all shapes and sizes light up the streets of Metro Manila. Filipinos buy star-shaped lanterns called "parol" (pronounced pah-role) to hang outside their homes. The "parol" represents the Star of Bethlehem that led the three Wise Men to the infant Jesus more than two thousand years ago.

Christmas begins formally on December 16 with attendance at the first of nine early morning masses called "Simbang Gabi" (night worship). Christmas parties are held everywhere - in schools and offices one after the other. Christmas plays or "cantatas" are often presented in churches. A week before Christmas, carolers -- mostly children -- go from house to house, singing Christmas songs.

Many of those living away from their families come back home before Christmas to spend the occasion with their loved ones. On Christmas Eve, families gather to eat a midnight feast called "Noche Buena", hand out gifts, and have fun all night long into the next day. On Christmas Day, families and children visit their uncles, aunts, godmothers and godfathers. Food and drinks are offered at each stop.

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2. Geography – As Philippine is an island, seafood is popular as a result of the bodies of water surrounding the archipelago. Climate – Because it is mostly hot, there is abundant harvest (potato, carrot, casaba, purple yam and sweet potato). 3. Muslim people do not eat pork. 4. Rice and fruit-grows everywhere, chicken, pork, beef, fish-easily caught 5. chili, Chinese sausage, coconut, cornflour, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, pandan leaf, tomato and lemon grass 6. ADOBO – This food is usually stewed or braised by either pork or chicken or sometimes both with a sauce mixed with soy sauce, vinegar, oil, garlic, bay leaf, and peppercorns. PANCIT – a dish consist of noodle, vegetables, meat or shrimp. This dish is distinguished by the type of noodles used. ARROZ CALDO – a rice porridge cooked with chicken, ginger and sometimes saffron, garnished with spring onions, toasted garlic, and coconut milk to make a type of __gruel__. SINIGANG – This soup is typically made with either pork, beef, chicken or seafood and made sour with tamarind or other suitable ingredients. Some seafood variants can be made sour by the use of guava fruit or miso. 7. boiling, roasting, frying and steaming 8. Christmas Eve (Noche Buena) – This is the most important feast in the Philippines. On this day, people do not sleep in order to prepare for the Christmas and to celebrate it continuously. They eat Christmas ham and Edam cheese.
 * Gina || 1. , <299,764 km² /115,831 sq. mi.>, ,, , , , <71.9 years>

Sources: [] [] [] [] [] [] || [] 2. Climate: tropical marine; northeast monsoon (November to April); southwest monsoon (May to October). Mostly humid and warm. The only season present is summer. The Philippine archipelago is made up of 7,107 islands; favorably located in relation to many of Southeast Asia's main water bodies: the South China Sea, Philippine Sea, Sulu Sea, Celebes Sea, and Luzon Strait. Because of the damp climate, many vegetables and tropical fruits are produced. There is alot of harvest. [] 3. The muslims do not it pork. 4. Rice is the staple food of the country as it is massly produced. Along with rice, fish is also a staple food, which is easy to cook. [] 5. Common ingredients are rice, fish, and other seafoods, coconut oil, salt. vinegar, soy sauce, chili, cornflour 6. Sinigang: The main ingredient of sinigang can be pork,fish ,prawn shrimp, chicken or beef. Sinigang's characteristic taste is attributed to the ingredient that gives its sour taste, not to the meat's flavor [] Adobo: considered the national dish of the Ph This dish consists of chunks of chicken or pork or both cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, lots of garlic and whole peppercorns. [] Pancit Bihon(aka //bijon//): the type usually associated with the word "pancit", very thin rice noodles fried with soy sauce some citrus, possibly with patis, and some variation of sliced meat and chopped vegetables. [] Lechon: The Philippine Lechon has become a traditional cuisine here in the Philippines. A celebration is not a celebration without a whole Philippine Lechon sitting in the dinner table. Mostly served by being roasted. [] 7. Cooking methods include: salting, roasting, fry​ing, broiling, steaming, wrapping, cooking with vinegar and spices. [] 8.Among the typical foods prepared in the Philippines during Chritmas are; lechon (roasted pig), pancit, barbecue, rice, adobo, cakes (Western and native rice cakes), lumpia, etc. <span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS',Helvetica,sans-serif;"> [] || politics: democratic The **politics of the Philippines** takes place in an organized framework of a [|presidential], [|representative, and democratic] [|republic] whereby the [|president] is both the [|head of state] and the [|head of government] within a [|pluriform] [|multi-party system]. This system revolves around three separate and sovereign yet interdependent branches: the legislative branch (the law-making body), the executive branch (the law-enforcing body), and the judicial branch (the law-interpreting body). [|Executive power] is exercised by the [|government] under the leadership of the president. [|Legislative power] is vested in both the government and the two-chamber congress—the [|Senate] (the upper chamber) and the [|House of Representatives] (the lower chamber). [|Judicial power] is vested in the courts with the [|Supreme Court of the Philippines] as the highest judicial body. 2. humid, warm, lots of rain, tropical climate. Thousands of islands and mountainous regions. vegetables and rice grow well as well as tropical fruit. 3. muslims dont eat pork 4. rice, pork, fish, fruit but mostly rice and fish because it is so abundant. 5. Soy sauce, rice, seafood, salt and vinegar, Chili, Chinese sausage, coconut, cornflour, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, pandan leaf, tomato and lemon grass<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 6. adobo :meat dish where the meat is marinated in soy sauce, vinegar, and other herbs, then boiled until cooked<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> sinigong is a fish soup that is slightly sour, including iish or chicken, okra, and various vegetables.lechon manok :based and marinated teriyaki/barbecue chicken. Grilled over fire. and marinated in a teriyaki type sauce. pancit canton:noodles cooked with soy sauce and vegetables and sauces. 7. some common cooking methods include frying, boiling, grilling, steaming or barbecue over coals. 8. a common festival is noche buena begins on dec. 16 December 25 **Christmas Day** The whole country celebrates the birth of Christ with midnight mass held on December 24, followed by the midnight supper or noche buena. Christmas day or Decmber 25 is the gathering of families and gift giving. lechon, pancit, fried chicken, lumpia, rice, adobo, among others for the main course is what they eat. || Most people are Roman catholic but other major religions include Christianity and Islam. 2. Many islands and very tropical. Some mountainous regions but mostly damp, wet, forest climat A lot of tropical fruits grow because of the weather. Rice is grown extremely well because of this climate. 3. The Muslims in the Philippines refrain from eating pork and non Halal food. 4. Rice is grown in an abundance and is the main staple in the Philippines. Its grown well, fast, and is cheap. 5. Soy sauce, rice, seafood, salt and vinegar are very common ingredients found in Filipino food. 6. Typical dishes include barbecue chicken, or what they call it here, lechon manok.The chicken is based and marinated in a teriyaki type sauce. Then is barbecued or grilled over a fire. Lechon is pig slowly grilled by turning over hot coals. Seafood is abundant in the Philippines as there are many oceans and fisherman. Either fried seafood \or sushi. 7. steaming, frying, boiling, grilling 8. exchange food during christmas and new years. Have feasts during deaths in family. || 2. They are an island country, with a tropical climate. There are thousands of islands, as well as some mountainous regions. It is warm, humid, and has a lot of rain. vegetables grow well, as does rice, so they grow a lot of those. 3. the muslim population does not eat pork. 4.Fruit is in abundance and are used in many foods. Pork is the most widely used meat. Rice is always necessary or its not a meal. Seafood is common. 5. Chili, Chinese sausage, coconut, cornflour, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, pandan leaf, tomato and lemon grass<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 6. Typical Dishes of the Philippines: Lechon, is often served with vinegar, lechon sauce (made out of chicken livers or liver pate combined with vinegar, garlic, and pepper), plum sauce, or other sauces, or with other seasonings or accompaniments. Another variation consists of a deep-fried piglet chopped into small pieces and wrapped in pita wedges, and served with an array of special sauces. Tapa, is dried or cured beef or venison, although other meat or even fish may be used. Filipinos prepare thin slices of meat and cure it with salt and spices as a method of preserving it. Tapa is best fried or grilled, often served with rice, fried egg and achara (pickled papaya strips). Lumpiang Shanghai is filled with ground pork or beef, minced onion, carrots, and spices with the mixture held together by beaten eggs. Sinigang (e.g., fish, pork, shrimp, or beef) is often stewed with tamarinds, tomatoes, and onions. Other vegetables commonly used in the making of sinigang include okra, toro corms, daikon, water spinach, yardlong beans and eggplant. Most Filipinos like to cook sinigang with green finger pepper in order to enhance the taste while adding a little spice to the dish. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_cuisine) 7. they commonly boil, grill, steam, and roast. 8. Christmas--Maligayang Pasko, Philippines is known as Land of Fiestas, mix between West and Eastern traditions, roast pork, banana fritters, chicken rice soup, kare-kare || 2. They are an island country, with a tropical climate. There are thousands of islands, as well as some mountainous regions. It is warm, humid, and has a lot of rain. vegetables grow well, as does rice, so they grow a lot of those. 3. the muslim population does not eat pork. 4. the staple foods are fish and rice. Fish because it is easily caught by the many islands, and rice because it is cheap and grown everywhere. 5. some typical ingredients are soy sauce, vegetables, vinegar, rice, salt, some meats, herbs, and lot of sugar. 6. adobo is a meat dish where the meat is marinated in soy sauce, vinegar, and other herbs, then boiled until cooked. Pancit is a noodle dish, usually containing many vegetables and meats as well. Sinigang is a stew or soup that is very sour. It gets its sour flavor usually from the sampalok fruit. pinakbet is a vegetable dish where the vegetables were cooked in bagoong, a fermented fish condiment. 7. they commonly boil, grill, steam, and roast. 8. Around Christmas they often exchange cheese balls and hams. They get very hyped up for Christmas, and often are ready for the holiday around September. The night before they open gifts and are up all night partying, and often singing karaoke. || The Philippines is divided into a hierarchy of local government units (LGUs) with the 81provinces as the primary unit. Provinces are further subdivided into cities and manicipalities, which are in turn composed of barangays. The barangay is the smallest local government unit.The Philippines is divided into 17 regions with all provinces grouped into one of 16 regions for administrative convenience. The National Capital Region however, is divided into four special districts.Most government offices establish regional offices to serve the constituent provinces. The regions themselves do not possess a separate local government, with the exception of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. The average income for a Filipino is about 2000-4000pesos a month for a collage student and for a collage graduate its about 6000-8000 pesos and lastly for a person who works in a call center it can be up to 12000-16000 a month. According to statistics from 2004 the average lifespan of a Filipino man is about 70.5 years and the average Filipino woman is 72.8 years. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_the_Philippines and http://geography.about.com/library/cia/blcphilippines.htm 2.The Philippines is surrounded by the ocean and so therefore a lot of seafood is eaten. Also, it is a very tropical country and fruit is widely available and a lot of the season. There is also, very mountainous country and so a lot of rice is grown in the terraces.Production of food is very regular as rain happens quite frequently because of the tropical seasoning. 3. For the Muslims they are not allowed to eat pork. During Lent the Christian Catholics only eat fish. 4.The stable foods of the Philippines is fish, because they are surrounded by the ocean. Rice because its a tropical climate and can grow easily, also this is why they have so much fruit also. Chicken because it is produced freely in the Philippines. 5.Soy Sauce, Fish Sauce, Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, leafy green local vegetable, packet noodles, eggs, root plant and fruit. 6. Sinigang Adobo
 * Esther || **1. Republic of the Philippines. The Philippines is** 115,830 square miles or 300,000 square kilometers. The total land area of the Philippines is comparable in size to Italy. Manila is Philippine's capital city and there are over 92 million people living in the country. Roman catholie is the main religion.
 * Julie || **1. Philippines; 300,000 square kilometers (115,830 sq. miles) and distributed in 7,107 islands.population:92,226,600 people Roman catholic 80.9%, Muslim 5%, Evangelical 2.8% Iglesia ni Kristo 2.3%, Aglipayan 2% other Christian 4.5% other 1.8%, unspecified 0.6%, none 0.1% **
 * avg lifespan:63 yrs.** 4,640 dollars a year.
 * Kenny || 1. The Philippines is around three hundred thousand square kilometers.
 * Josh || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1. The Philippines - <span class="category_data" style="font-weight: normal; vertical-align: top;">298,170 sq km - Manila - 97,976,603 (July 2009 est.) - Roman Catholic 80.9% (2000 census) - Democratic political system - $3,300 (2009 est.) - male: <span class="category_data" style="font-weight: normal; vertical-align: top;">68.17 years ; female: <span class="category_data" style="font-weight: normal; vertical-align: top;">74.15 years (2009 est.)
 * Campbell || 1. Philippines: about 300,000 sq. kilometers, made up of thousands of islands. The capital city is Manila, and there is a projected population of 92.23 million in 2009. The main religion is Catholicism. they are a democracy. the average family income is about $3,280. they average lifespan is 70.5 years for males and 72.8 years for females (in 2005). (http://www.census.gov.ph/).
 * Lauren || 1. The Philippines, total land area of 300,000 km2, there are 70107 islands. The 11 largest islands contain 94% of the total land area. The largest of these islands is Luzon at about 105,000 km2. The next largest island is Mindanao at about 95,000 km2.Manila is the capital City and the population is 90,348,437 as of 2008. " Religion holds a central place in the life of the majority of Filipinos, including Catholics, Jewish, Muslims, Buddhists, Protestand and animists"
 * Boil sampalok in water until the shell shows cracks. Let cool then peal off the shells and with a strainer, pour samplalok (including water) into a bowl. Gently massage the sampalok meat off the seeds, strain again.
 * In a pot, sauté garlic and onion then add the tomatoes. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
 * Add pork and fish sauce then add the rice wash. Bring to a boil then simmer for 15 minutes then add the gabi. Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes or until the pork is tender.
 * Add the horse radish and simmer for 10 minutes then add the string beans, kangkong and sili (for spice-optional). Let boil for 2 minutes.
 * Serve piping hot.
 * In a big sauce pan or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of oil then sauté the minced garlic and onions.
 * Add the pork and chicken to the pan. Add 2 cups of water, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, vinegar, paprika and the bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or when meat is tender.
 * Remove the pork and chicken from the sauce pan and on another pan, heat cooking oil and brown the pork and chicken for a few minutes.
 * Mix the browned pork and chicken back to the sauce and add cornstarch dissolved in water to thicken.
 * Add salt and/or pepper if desired
 * Bring to a boil then simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
 * Serve hot with the adobo gravy and plain rice.

Pork Menduo
 * In a pan or wok, heat cooking oil and atsuete oil.
 * Saute garlic, onion. Then add the pork, liver, chorizo de Bilabo, tomatoes, bell pepper, paprika, patis and the stock.
 * Cover and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the pork is tender.
 * Add the chickpeas, potatoes and raisins. Boil of another 2 minutes.
 * Salt and pepper to taste.
 * Serve hot with white rice.

Fried Chicken http://www.filipinofoodrecipes.net/friedchicken.htm 7. The cooking methods used in the philippines are boiling (rice), frying, barbecuing and steaming. 8. Birthdays, Long Life food is a big thing, such as spaghetti and pansit. This symbolizes long life and happiness. This is the wish everyone has for the person whos birthday it may be. ||
 * In a pot, simmer chicken in vinegar, garlic, water, salt and pepper.
 * Remove just before the chicken is fully cooked.
 * Strain off liquid.
 * In a frying pan or wok, heat oil and deep fry the chicken until golden brown
 * Place on paper towel to remove excess oil
 * Serve hot with rice and sliced cucumber or atchara on the side.


 * ===Name=== || ===Content: Americas=== ||
 * Peace || # Argentina -- 2,766,890 sq km -- Buenos Aires -- 40,913,584 ppl(July 2009 estimate). Ethnic groups are composed by white (97%) mestizo (3%) -- Roman Catholic (92%), Protestant (2%), Jewish (2%), other (2%) -- Republic -- $13,800 (2009 est.) -- male: <span class="category_data" style="font-weight: normal; vertical-align: top;">73.32 years female: <span class="category_data" style="font-weight: normal; vertical-align: top;">79.97 years (2009 est.)
 * 1) Argentina's climate is generally temperate, but there are great variations, from the extreme heat of the northern region, through the pleasant mild climate of the central pampas, to the subantarctic cold of the glacial regions of southern Patagonia. Rainfall diminishes from east to west. Light snowfalls occur occasionally. Throughout Argentina, January is the warmest month and June and July are the coldest. May–August are the driest period of the year. / In Argentina, there are many mountainous areas along the west sides and a few on the center of the long country. There are also many beaches along the coastal areas of the south eastern part of the country where there are high chances of having flash floods every once in a year. These aspects control the growth of food industries and the eating habits of the Argentina people, in ways that in mountainous regions, people live by consuming more meat-based dishes, such as pork and beef. Whereas, in the coastal regions, people live by eating plenty of seafoods and tropical foods.
 * 2) **Fiesta Nacional del Folcloro** is held in Cosquín, near to Cordoba. It is a lively and unrivalled tribute to Argentina's long folkloric traditions with music, dancing and lots of traditional food and drink.
 * 3) Most common meat is beef, because there is a vast amount of cow farms in the wide, long Argentina land. Most common meriendas contain cheese such as eden or mozzarella on ovenbaked breads. The merienda culture was influenced by the Spanish culture.
 * 4) Beef is the national dish of Argentina. There are huge cattle ranches in Argentina, and the //gaucho,// or Argentine cowboy, is a well-known symbol of Argentine individualism. Many dishes contain meat, but prepared in different ways. A favorite main course is //parrillada,// a mixed grill of steak and other cuts of beef. Grilled steak is called //churrasco//, a beef roast cooked over an open fire is called //asado// , and beef that is dipped in eggs, crumbs, and then fried is called //milanesa// . //Carbonada// is a stew that contains meat, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and chunks of corn on the cob.
 * 5) (#7) Ovenbaking, Frying, Wrapping, Boiling
 * 6) (#8) Being as appreciated as meat, the Italian food and its traditional pasta are also quite common. Through the variety is big, the top dishes are spaghettis(fideos), gnochis and delicious filled pasta such as sorrentinos, canelones and lasagnas. Last but not least, the pizza is always welcome and in Argentina they taste really superb and there are lots of toppings.
 * 7) ===(#6) Carbonada Criolla (Stew with Meat, Vegetables, and Fruit)===
 * 1) ===(#6) Carbonada Criolla (Stew with Meat, Vegetables, and Fruit)===
 * 1) ===(#6) Carbonada Criolla (Stew with Meat, Vegetables, and Fruit)===

Ingredients

 * 3 Tablespoons olive oil
 * 2 pounds of stewing beef, cut into 1-inch chunks
 * 4 large tomatoes, chopped thick
 * 1 green pepper, chopped thick
 * 1 large onion
 * 3 cloves garlic, minced
 * 2 bay leaves
 * 1 teaspoon oregano
 * 2 cups canned chicken stock
 * 3 potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes
 * 3 sweet potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes
 * 2 ears of corn, cut into 1-inch widths (or use 2 cups of frozen corn)
 * 2 zucchini, diced into ½-inch pieces
 * 2 peaches in ½-inch pieces
 * 2 pears in ½-inch pieces

Procedure
Makes 6 to 8 servings. Because many Argentines are descendents of the Italian immigrants who came to Argentina in the late 1800s, Italian dishes are found throughout the country. Some favorite Italian dishes include pizza, all kinds of pastas (such as spaghetti and ravioli), and //ñoquis//, (gnocchi—potato dumplings) served with meat and tomato sauce. Argentines eat more fruit than almost any other group of people in the world. Some favorite fruits include peaches, apricots, plums, pears, cherries, grapes, and //tuna//, the fruit of a prickly pear cactus. //Empanadas//, little pies usually stuffed with beef, vegetables, and cheese, are a favorite dish. These are eaten by hand and they are often enjoyed as a snack, or may be carried to school for lunch. //Chimichurri//, a dipping sauce, is usually served with //empanadas//. Because the sauce has to sit for two hours before eating, it is prepared before the //empanadas//.
 * 1) Heat oil in heavy pot.
 * 2) Brown beef in separate batches so that all of it gets cooked. Remove from the pot and set aside.
 * 3) In that same pot, cook tomatoes, pepper, onion, and garlic until soft.
 * 4) Add bay leaves, oregano, and chicken stock, and bring to a boil.
 * 5) Return beef to the pot, and add potatoes and sweet potatoes. Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
 * 6) Stir in zucchini and corn. Simmer 10 more minutes, or until vegetables are almost soft, then add the peaches and pears.
 * 7) Cook 5 more minutes.
 * 8) Serve hot.

Ingredients

 * ½ cup olive oil
 * 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
 * ⅓ cup fresh parsley, minced
 * 1 clove garlic
 * 2 shallots (or 2 small onions), minced
 * 1 teaspoon minced basil, thyme, or oregano (or mixture of these, if preferred)
 * Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure

 * 1) Combine all ingredients in a bowl and let sit for at least 2 hours before serving with //empanadas//.

Ingredients

 * F ILLING: **
 * 1 pound ground beef
 * ½ cup onions, chopped
 * 8 green olives, chopped
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * ¼ teaspoon oregano
 * P ASTRY: **
 * 2½ cups flour
 * 1 egg yolk
 * ½ cup water
 * ¼ cup butter
 * 1 teaspoon vinegar
 * ½ teaspoon salt

Procedure
Sources: http://www.mibsasquerido.com.ar/wArgentina3.htm http://exposebuenosaires.com/category/culture/traditional-argentine-food-culture/ http://www.foodbycountry.com/Algeria-to-France/Argentina.html http://www.whatargentina.com/argentina-food.html https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ar.html -- || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Throughout the year, people who follow //Candomblé// worship //orixás//, African gods and goddesses. //Orixás// are similar to Catholic saints. Each has a distinct name and a favorite food. People who follow the //Candomblé// religion eat meals made from the saint's favorite food on the day that saint is celebrated. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">//Iemanjá//, the goddess of the ocean, is honored on February 2 of each year, and her favorite food is watermelon. Fishermen believe she protects them when they are out at sea, and that she will send large schools of fish for them to catch. The god //Oxalá// (Jesus Christ), father of all //orixás,// is honored at the //Bonfim// festival, held each year on the third Thursday in January. Since black beans are thought to be //Oxalá's// favorite food, many dishes for the festival are made with them. 4. Common foods in Brazil include rice, beans, pasta, chicken, sausage, beef, vegetables, tropical fruits and coffee--There is at least one typical food from each of Brazil's five regions--these foods are very abundant in Brazil and can be produced easily 5. Popular ingredients in Brazil include rice, black beans, pork, mandioc, palm oil, salted codfish, and coconut 6. The national dish is //feijoada//, a thick stew of black beans and pieces of pork and other meats. It is usually served with orange salad, white rice, //farofa// (ground manioc), and //couve// (kale), a dark green leafy vegetable that is diced and cooked until slightly crispy. //Churrasco//, chunks of beef cooked on a metal skewer over hot coals, is another favorite. Sometimes the beef is soaked in a mixture of vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic before cooking. This "Brazilian barbecue" is served with rice, potato salad, //polenta// (fried corn mush), or, occasionally, a fried banana. //Pastels// and //empadas//, little pastries filled with any combination of shrimp, meats, and cheeses that are either fried or baked, are a favorite snack. These can be purchased by street vendors (Brazilian "fast food") or made at home. Cozido: A Brazilian stew made from potatoes, carrots and vegetables. 7. grilling, boiling, conventional baking 8. Brasil Sabor-- (April 15 - May 15, 2010), the largest culinary festival in Brazil, highlights about 2,000 dishes from the country’s five regions, During Brasil Sabor, participating restaurants offer a special dish which represents the local cuisine – //comida do lugar// in Portuguese, the festival slogan
 * F ILLING: **
 * 1) Brown the ground beef and onions in a frying pan until meat has lost all its pink color.
 * 2) Stir in the remaining ingredients.
 * 3) Drain the mixture well, and allow it to cool.
 * P ASTRY: **
 * 1) Preheat oven to 400°F.
 * 2) In a bowl, mix the flour, butter, egg, yolk, and vinegar together by hand.
 * 3) Stir the salt into the water and sprinkle water, a little at a time, over the flour mixture.
 * 4) Knead the dough until it is smooth. (To knead, flatten the dough on a surface that has been dusted with a little flour. Fold the dough in half and flatten again. Turn. Repeat the process for about 15 minutes.)
 * 5) For each //empanada//, roll ¼ cup of dough into a 9-inch circle.
 * 6) Put ½ cup filling on the circle, and fold it in half.
 * 7) Press the edges of the dough together, and poke a small hole in the top using a toothpick. Place on a cookie sheet.
 * 8) Repeat process until all the dough and filling are used up.
 * 9) Bake 10–15 minutes.
 * 10) Serve hot with //chimichurri//.
 * Lauren C || # Brazil--<span class="category_data" style="font-weight: normal; vertical-align: top;">8,459,417 sq km--Brasilia-- population: 198,739,269--Roman Catholic (nominal) 73.6%, Protestant 15.4%, Spiritualist 1.3%, Bantu/voodoo 0.3%, other 1.8%, unspecified 0.2%, none 7.4% (2000 census)--federal republic:bicameral National Congress--$570 per month--<span class="category_data" style="font-weight: normal; vertical-align: top;">71.99 years
 * 1) <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Climate: mostly tropical, but temperate in the south-- Land use:arable land: 6.96% permanent crops: 0.9% other: 92.15%--Terrain--mostly flat to rolling lowlands in north; some plains, hills, mountains, and narrow coastal belt
 * 2) <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The African slaves transported to Brazil by the Portuguese brought their religion with them. The religion of the modern-day Afro-Brazilians, //Candomblé,// is a blend of the Roman Catholicism of the Portuguese, and African religions.

Sources: https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/br.html http://www.compassion.com/about/where/brazil.htm http://www.foodbycountry.com/Algeria-to-France/Brazil-Afro-Brazilian.html http://www.world-recipes.info/brazil-brazilian/index.html http://gobrazil.about.com/od/brazilianfooddrink/a/brasilsabor.htm || 6. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">__**Curry Goat**__
 * Johanna || ==Jamaica==
 * 1) <span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Jamaica is located at the Caribbean, island in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba. The Land area is 10,991 sq km, the capital city is Kingston, they population is 2,825,928 as of 2009. Religion: Protestant 62.5% (Seventh-Day Adventist 10.8%, Pentecostal 9.5%, Other Church of God 8.3%, Baptist 7.2%, New Testament Church of God 6.3%, Church of God in Jamaica 4.8%, Church of God of Prophecy 4.3%, Anglican 3.6%, other Christian 7.7%), Roman Catholic 2.6%, other or unspecified 14.2%, none 20.9%, (2001 census). Life expectancy for males is: 71.83 years, and for females is: female: 75.3 years. They speak English or English patois. Average US income $8,200 in 2009.
 * 2) <span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; font-weight: normal; text-align: left;">The climate in Jamaica is tropical; hot, humid; temperate interior. In winter, the average temperature is 75 degrees; in summer it's about 80. Year-round, temperatures are usually five to 10 degrees cooler in the mountain. Typically sunny year-round, Jamaica has rainy months in May, June, September and October.
 * 3) <span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">They eat fried fish Lent Day
 * 4) <span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Staple Foods: Ackees because they grow them on their farms, same with Scotch Bonnet Pepper, also Pimento Berries
 * 5) <span style="color: #000000; display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Bananas, breadfruit, //chocho// (or chayote, a type of squash), bok choy, butterbeans, pawpaw (papaya), lime and avocados (known in Jamaica as //pears//). Pork, chicken, fish and shellfish find their way into various dishes, Scotch bonnet pepper

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 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">3 pounds / 1.5 kg goat, cut into 1-inch / 2.5-cm cubes ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">1 lime ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">1 large onion, sliced ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">6 cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 3 tablespoons / 45 mL) ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">2 teaspoons / 10 mL salt ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">1 teaspoon / 5 mL black pepper ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">1 teaspoon / 5 mL thyme leaves ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">¼ teaspoon / 1 mL finely chopped Scotch bonnet pepper ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">2 tablespoons / 25 mL canola or vegetable oil ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">1 teaspoon / 5 mL sugar ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">5 green onions, chopped (about 1 cup / 250 mL) ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">2 teaspoons / 10 mL curry powder ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">2 potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch / 1-cm cubes ======

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<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Squeeze the lime juice over the goat; let it sit for a couple of minutes and then rinse with cold water. Drain off excess water. Place the goat in a sealable container and add the onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, thyme, and Scotch bonnet pepper. Wearing rubber gloves, rub the spices into the goat with your hands. Marinate, covered and refrigerated, for 1 to 2 hours. ======

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<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">In a large pot over medium heat, heat the oil and sugar, stirring until the sugar is brown. Add the goat with marinade, green onions, and curry; stir thoroughly. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer the goat slowly in its own juices, stirring occasionally, until the goat is nearly tender, about 30 minutes. If the meat is tough, pour ¼ cup / 60 mL of water at a time down the sides of the pot, not directly onto the goat (or you will toughen the meat). ======

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<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Add the potatoes and ¼ cup / 60 mL water; stir thoroughly. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked but not too soft. Crush some of the potatoes to thicken the sauce, if desired. If there is not enough sauce, add ¼ cup / 60 mL water and simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes. ======

<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">//4 servings//

 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Fish fillets or steaks -- 2 pounds ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Water -- 4 cups ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Lime juice -- 1/2 cup ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Scallions, chopped -- 4 ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Scotch bonnet or other hot chile pepper, minced -- 1 or 2 ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Garlic, minced -- 3 or 4 cloves ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Salt -- 1 teaspoon ======
 * 1) ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Add the fish, 2 cups of the water and the remaining ingredients to a large non-reactive bowl. Cover and let the fish marinate in the refrigerator for at least an hour, preferably overnight. ======
 * 2) ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Remove the fish from the marinade and set aside. Add the marinade and the remaining 2 cups of water to a large pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for about 5 minutes. ======
 * 3) ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Add the fish to the simmering broth and simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. ======
 * 4) ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Adjust seasoning to taste and serve in bowls with lime wedges. Goes well over rice and with boiled plantains as a side dish. ======

<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">4 to 6 servings

 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Chicken, cut into serving pieces -- 3 pounds ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Scallions, minced -- 1 bunch ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Garlic, minced -- 3-6 cloves ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Ginger, minced -- 1-2 tablespoons ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Scotch bonnet chile peppers, minced -- 2-6 ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Brown sugar -- 1/4 cup ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Salt -- 1 tablespoon ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Ground allspice -- 1 tablespoon ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Ground cinnamon -- 2 teaspoons ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Pepper -- 2 teaspoons ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Thyme -- 1 teaspoon ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Soy sauce -- 1/4 cup ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Lime juice -- 1/4 cup ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Water -- 1/4 cup ======
 * ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Oil -- 1/4 cup ======
 * 1) ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Add all the ingredients to a large, non-reactive bowl, refrigerate and marinate for at least 2-3 hours, preferably overnight. ======
 * 2) ======<span style="display: block; font-family: Times New Roman,serif; text-align: left;">Wipe off excess marinade and grill the chicken pieces over a slow fire until cooked through. Or the chicken can be grilled until browned on outside and then finished in a 350°F oven. Baste with the marinade during cooking if you like. ======

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Year. Food that they eat on Christmas is rice, gungo peas, chicken, ox tail and curried goat.=====

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__**Sunday**__ **Breakfast** The Main dish is either Liver, Achee & saltfish (codfish), Mackerel or Red Herring served with any or all of the following, fried dumpling, fried bammy, boiled banana, boiled dumpling and yam. Rice and Peas with either (or all) Chicken, Roast Beef, Curry Goat. Tossed Salad Baked sweet potato are served on the side. The drink served with Sunday Dinner is normally special. Examples of drinks served are carrot juice, soursop juice, beet root, sorrel if it is in season. __**MONDAY-THURSDAY**__ **Breakfast** Sardine, Eggs (fried or boiled), rundown, fried green or ripe plantation. A bowl of Cornmeal or Banana porridge is also typical for breakfast. Hot drink- Milo, Coffee, Holicks, Ovaltine. **Lunch** Patty and cocoa bread, Grotto Bread, Bun and cheese, Meat loaf, box lunch - which is a smaller version of a Jamaican dinner.**Drinks** A box juice, ski juice, suck suck, coconut water, lemonade, syrup, Quench Aid, Soda. **Dinner** Curry Chicken, Curry Shrimp, Escovitch Fish, Steam Fish, Oxtails, Stew Peas, Stew Pork, Tripe and Beans, Cow feet. Steam Beef cabbage with either salt fish or Corn Beef. Curry Goat may be served, but it mostly reserved for Sunday Dinners or special occasions.**Side Dish** Corn, yam, dasheen, cho cho, boiled corn meal dumpling, Fried plantains, boiled banana. __**FRIDAY**__ **Breakfast and Lunch The same as Monday -Thursday.** **Dinner** No one cooks. Everyone either eats out or "buy and bring" home. Typical "buy and bring home" are drum pan Jerk Chicken or Jerk Pork, fried fish and festival, roast fish, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Shakey's Pizza. Some even have Roast Yam and Salt Fish. ||
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2. Geography: Rolling plains, low hill ranges, fertile coastal lowlands. Climate: Temperate. Distinct cycle through seasons. Snow and extreme temperatures are rare. The geography provides huge areas suitable for cattle ranching, so Uruguay produces a lot of beef. 3. Religion does not play a significant role in diet because Roman Catholicism, the main religion, is not strict on food choices. 4. Staple food: beef, because they produce a lot of it. 5. Ingredients always include a lot of meat. 6. Asado consists of beef grilled over embers. Chivito is a steak sandwich. Morcilla Dulce is a blood sausage cooked with ground orange and orange rinds. Empanada is a turnover most commonly filled with meat or ham and cheese. 7. A variety of cooking methods used. Traditional food is often cooked in barbecue pits. 8. At "La Fiesta Patria Gaucha" people dress in traditional cowboy garb and food is cooked outdoors in barbecue pits. Source: Wikipedia || Population: 66,217,736. Religion: Catholic 19-29%; Protestants 15-16%; no religious affiliation 13-16%; Jewish 1% or less; Islam 1% or less. Average lifespan: (for all of USA): 77.6 yrs in 2005 Average US income in 2007 was $50,233. Political system: elected state government. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midwest_us http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/20557.php http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States#Income_and_human_development
 * Jay || 1. Uruguay. Land area: 68,037 sq. miles. Capital: Montevideo. Population: 3,494,382. Main religion: Roman Catholicism. Government: Presidential republic. Average income: $12,784. Average lifespan: 76.35 years.
 * Lisa || 1. Country and region: the Midwestern region of the United States: The region includes the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Specifically Columbus, Ohio. Land area: 210.3 square miles (http://www.google.com.ph/search?hl=en&q=%22What+is+the+area+of+Columbus%2C+Ohio%3F%22&meta=&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=) Capital City: Columbus is the capital of OH Population: 711,500 (http://www.trueknowledge.com/q/population_of_columbus_ohio_in_2010) Main religions: Roman Catholic: 2,232,000; Protestant: 1,550,000. Ohio communities of Amish and Mennonites are among the largest in the nation with over 24,000 Amish and over 20,000 Mennonites in the state. (http://www.city-data.com/states/Ohio-Religions.html) Political system: city government Average income: $44,369, in 2008 (http://www.city-data.com/city/Columbus-Ohio.html) Average lifespan: (for all of USA): 77.6 yrs in 2005 (http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/20557.php)

2. Geography of Ohio: Rolling plains for the most part. Climate of Ohio: Ohio has cold winters and warm, humid summers with an average temperature of 52°, Fahrenheit. Monthly average temperatures range from a high of 85.8 degrees to a low of 15.5 degrees. Average yearly rainfall is between 36 and 44 inches. http://www.prism.oregonstate.edu/state_products/index.phtml?id=OH http://www.netstate.com/states/geography/oh_geography.htm

Geography of the Midwest: These states are mostly plains that are flat, rolling plains and plains with small hills. There are three types of prairies across the entire region. The east has the most rain and is a tallgrass prairie that grows corn and soybeans. The more central states are mixed-grass prairies that grow wheat. The most western states in the Midwest get the least rain and are shortgrass prairies that form rangelands for cattle and livestock. Climante of the Midwest: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midwest_us

3. How does religion affect the population's food choices? Catholics generally eat fish on Fridays, especially during Lent. Jews and Muslims do not eat pork. Protestants and those without religious affiliation eat anything. Source: my parents

4. What are staple foods of this region and why are those foods the main part of the diet there? Breads, cereals, corn, soy products, wild rice, beef, hamburgers, pork, sausage, cheese, milk, butter, and fresh water fish are common foods in the region. Cold climate fruits, such as apples, blueberries, cranberries, cherries and peaches are common. Wheat, corn, soy and wild rice are the most common crops in the area due to the prairies. Dairy products are common in the region as cattle and pork are increasingly common in the more western parts of the region due to the grasslands. Fresh water fish is common in the rivers and lakes, especially in the states bordering the Great Lakes. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midwest_us http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuisine_of_the_Midwestern_United_States

5. What are some ingredients typically used? corn, soy, flour, rice, beef, pork, cheese, milk, butter, fresh water fish, fruit Source: from 4. above.

6. 4 unique dishes from this region: Johnny Marzetti (Columbus, Ohio), horseshoe sandwich (Springfield, Illinois), Shrimp DeJonghe (Chicago, Illinois), Persimmon Pudding (Indiana) http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special%3ASearch&redirs=0&search=Midwestern+US+dishes&fulltext=Search&ns0=1 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuisine_of_the_Midwestern_United_States#Columbus http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Search?search=Midwest+dishes&go=Go http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special%3ASearch&redirs=0&search=shrimp+DeJonghe&fulltext=Search&ns0=1

7. What cooking methods are commonly used? Common across America: frying, baking, boiling, roasting, steaming Source: parents

8. Describe a festival celebrated in this region and any food traditions associated with it. The Coho Salmon is a fresh water salmon that was first introduced in the state of Michigan in April,1996. The first National Coho Festival was held October 7-15 !967. National Coho Festival in Northern Michigan has: Horse Shoe Tournament Big tent openings Teen Dance Cake Walk/ Pie Eating Contest Face Painting Kiddie Games Kiddie Carnival 5k walk/run Tractor Race Free Children ID Program Arts and Crafts market A Smoked Fish (Salmon) Competition Foods served: Maley Park. Hot dogs, Kielbasa w/Saurkraut, Hambergers, Sloppy Joes, Pop, Coffee, Chips, Water, Cinnamon Roasted Almonds and Pecans, and smoked fish (salmon). Source: http://www.nationalcohofestival.com/ || 2. Many recipes are seafood, since Chile is a long strip of land along the Pacific Ocean. Chile also has variety of vegetables and fruits because it’s along the ranges of Andes. 3. catholics refrain from eating meat during lent 4. <span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 8pt;">Staple foods in Chile are bread, beans and potatoes <span style="font-family: 맑은 고딕;">5. wheat, maize, bean, beef, llama, horse meat, cod, crab, salmon, shellfish, milk, tomato, onion, garlic, cabbage, carrot, coriander, sweet potato. 6. Empanata – turnover filled with variety of fillings Costillar de Chancho - baked spare (pork) ribs Ensalada a la Chilena - sliced tomatoes and onions with an oil dressing Sopaipilla - a flat circular deep fried 'bread' made of pumpkin and flour <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt;">7. grilling, baking, boiling (stew) 8 <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9pt;"> Fiesta de San Pedro - takes place in the coasts of Chile. The people of this place come in their real celebration mood when the fishermen decorate their small boats and take the photograph of their vehicle in the sea. Often at night it is laminated by candles. This festival prays for good weather at sea and good catches for the year. Fiestas Patrias - This is the festival of Chile's Independence Day and is celebrated throughout the country streets with vibrating carnivals, music and dancing in the country. Fiesta Grande de la Virgen de Andacollo - Almost 100,000 pilgrims scattered all over the northern Chile come to the sacred place of Andacollo in Norte Chico, to worship the Virgen and experience the famous masked dance.
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 * Daniel || <span style="font-family: 맑은 고딕;">1. <Chile> <289,112 sq mi (748,800 sq km)> <Santiago> <(2009 est.): 16,601,707> <Roman Catholic 89%, Protestant 11%, small Jewish population> <Republic> <$13,900.>, 82.6

<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: '맑은 고딕'; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: '맑은 고딕'; mso-fareast-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: '맑은 고딕'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> [] <span style="font-family: 맑은 고딕;">http://www.mapsofworld.com/chile/culture/festival.html || Land Area: 1,138,914 sq km Capital: Bogotá, D.C. Population: 43,677,372 (July 2009 est.) Main Religions: Roman Catholic 90%, other 10% Political System: republic; executive branch dominates government structure Average Lifespan: 74.07 years 2) tropical along coast and eastern plains; cooler in highlands; flat coastal lowlands, central highlands, high Andes Mountains, eastern lowland plains . 3) There aren’t any guidelines. 4) Staples of the Colombian diet include tubers such as potatoes and [|cassava], along with meat such as beef, chicken, pork, or fish. Grains such as corn and rice are widely consumed. The plantain is an important element of the Colombian diet, as are vegetables such as onion, garlic, pepper, and tomato. Legumes such as beans, peas, and lentils are eaten very frequently . The climate and geography favor a great variety of crops, as well as a great variety of both freshwater and saltwater fish . 5) 6) There is no offical “national dish,” but the [|arepa] and [|bandeja paisa] can be considered staples of Colombian cusine. Other well-known regional dishes include the [|sancocho], [|ajiaco] , the [|lechona Tolimense] , the [|mote de queso] , and [|tamales] . 7) There are many fried dishes, as frying seems to be the most frequent preparation method of the Colombian cooking: fried puff squares (hojuelas), fried plantains, fried cheese puffs (bunuelos) and various kinds of fried meat. The frying is done in [|vegetable oil], which is pre-heated in a pot. The traditional Colombian dough requires mixing the ingredients in wide bowls and then rolling them. Some meals, like the [|Chicken] based soups require marinating the meat. The marinating is done 1 day before making the soup and [|garlic] and [|salt] are added in the [|water]. Some of the Colombian recipes require sacrificing a lot of time; this is the case of the traditional dessert arequipe, which must be mixed for 4 to 5 hours until it gets thick. Colombians use many herbs and spices, which are usually dried before cooking and chopped. Almost all onions and [|garlic] ’s included in the meals are chopped, as well and [|tomatoes] are peeled and then mashed for sauces. 8)
 * Rachel || 1) Name: Republic of Columbia

Sources: [] [] [] || Tortillas coated in a tomato and chili sauce, stuffed with vegetables, chicken or pork then folded and baked. Tacos – Tortillas fried until they are crispy and served with various fillings. Poc Chuc – A Yucatecan specialty where pork fillet is cooked with tomatoes, onions and spices. Quesadillas – Tortillas stuffed with cheese, folded and grilled. A simple dish often served with beans or a little salad and suitable for those avoiding anything spicy. [] [] [] [] [] [] [] || The capital of Peru is Lima. The government is constitutional republic and the average life span is 70.1 years. [] [] 2. Peru, unlike other equatorial countries, does not have an exclusively tropical climate; the influence of the Andes and the Humboldt Current cause great climatic diversity within the country. The //costa// has moderate temperatures, low precipitations, and high humidity, except for its warmer, wetter northern reaches. In the //sierra//, rain is frequent during summer, and temperature and humidity diminish with altitude up to the frozen peaks of the Andes.The //selva// is characterized by heavy rainfall and high temperatures, except for its southernmost part, which has cold winters and seasonal rainfall. Peru is a major fishing nation. Also because of the climate, rice, potatoes, chichen, pork, and lamb are produced and harvested in Peru. [] 3. The majority of Peruvians are Roman Catholic. They mostly eat everything. 4. The three staples of Peruvian cuisine are corn, potatoes and chiles. (seafoods are also common). Peru has diverse climates that can harvest many different kinds of crops. Chili is abundant & there are legends about the 3 staple foods. [] 5. <span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Peru is known for its distinct cuisine. The daily food customs are marked regionally between the coast and the highlands even though both rely heavily on soups and rice as dietary staples. In this manner seafood and plantains are typical of the coastal diet, while different kinds of meat, corn, and potatoes are much more frequently consumed in the highlands. //Ceviche,// fish marinated in //ají,// a hot sauce made mainly from spicy peppers, tomato, onions and lemon, is an example of a particular Peruvian delicacy. African dishes such as the //cau cau// (tripe casserole) and the //mazamorra// ( //chicha// drink made from maize) are particular Peruvian dishes that reflect this tradition more than others. Meanwhile, roasted guinea pig is also an Andean delicacy dating most probably to pre-Hispanic days. []<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;"> 6. Common cooking methods are roasting, steaming, stir-frying, broiling, and grilling. 7. Peru’s national drink is pisco sour, which is made from grape brandy, lemon, egg white and a dash of cinnamon. Another national favorite is Inka Cola, a piss yellow colored drink that tastes like cream soda. Choclo con Queseo- popular corn dish. Corn on the cob is one of the largest kernels you can find. Served with cheese on top of boiled corn. Papas a la Huancaina (Potatoes with Cheese)- This is a popular meal in carnivals. Papas a la Huancaína (Potatoes with Cheese) Papa a la Huancaína is dish of sliced potatoes covered in a spicy cheese sauce that is typically served cold, as a first course or luncheon dish. It's delicious made with yellow or white potatoes. Ceviche (marinated seafood)-Ceviche is believed to have originated in Peru or Ecuador in Inca times. The seafood was originally marinated in //chicha//, a fermented corn beverage. Spanish conquerors brought with them citrus trees and the juice of the lemon, lime and Seville orange was substituted. Over time, ceviche became popular throughout Latin America, and each country, locale and //cevichería// supplies its own twist on the basic recipe. [] [] 8. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Georgia','serif';">Christmas brings great joy to the Christians of Peru, especially children who await the arrival of Santa Claus. Families use the holiday time to travel to the homes of family and close friends. Because of the number of people rushing about through Peru's streets, vendors rush to sell holiday foods and other goods to passing people. Sweet mango juice, bakery rolls, and homemade doughnuts coated with sugar and syrup are Christmas favorites. Flan, caramel custard enjoyed throughout Central and South American countries (as well as Spain, the Philippines, and the United States), is also a dessert enjoyed by Peruvians. It is interseting to see that the Peruvians also enjoy eating Flan. [] || Political system- presedential federal republic avg income in a year-$55,935 The U.S. avg. lifespan is 72 years. 2.the geography in the u.s. varies from state to state. Due to its large size and wide range of geographic features, the //United States// contains examples of nearly every global //climate.// There are states that are tundra, tropical, coniferous, polar etc. Yearly, many states have winter, spring, summer fall. America accounts for 2% of GDP and 2.9% of labor force; favorable climate and soils support a wide variety of crops and livestock production; world's second largest producer and number one exporter of grain; surplus food producer; fish catch of 4.4 million metric tons (1990) 3. Jews eat Kosher foods which are easily found everywhere, Muslims eat food sacrificed to allah (halal) so they just buy different food. 4. The staple foods in America i would say are Mcdonalds, Pizza and hot dogs. Americans don't each much else that's why they are so fat. Actually it is bread and they eat many starchy foods like such as. With a lot of gluten. Americans on the west coast (boston/new york areas) eat a lot of meat and fish as well. The main staple food of america is bread though. Im not sure why they are the main part of the diet, probably because they taste good. 5. Some ingredients typically used are flour, sugar, butter and milk. Americans just like fattening things i guess. 6. One dish typical of america is a hamburger, containing a meat patty surrounded by a bun with pickles, lettuce and ketchup or mustard. Another dish is pizza. This came from the italians and is tomato or pizza sauce spread on a pie like crust with added cheese, tomatoes, peperoni, olives, and anything that you like. This is very common in america. Another dish is Fried chicken, which americans eat a lot of. Fried chicken is basically everything it's name implies. It varies from state to state what people like, for instance in California they eat more mexican like foods. Or BUffalo wings which are chicken dipped in spicy sauce. Lastly, chicken pot pie is a common dish. <span style="border-collapse: separate; color: #333333; font-family: Verdana,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px;">Chicken pot pie is a hearty American wintertime dish that uses produce in season during the cold months of fall and winter. Classic recipes have the chicken stew encased entirely in flaky pastry. 7. Grilling, frying, broiling, steaming, baking, boiling (pretty much anything) 8. One festival celebrated in America is Thanksgiving. It celebrates the journey of americans to the new world. the foods people eat usually are Stuffing, potatoes, cranberries, sweet potato casserole, beans, TURkeY, pumpkin pie (any type of pie) apple cider, bread, corn on the cob eTC...These foods originated from the indians and it celebrates how the pilgrims and indians ate food together. || 1. 36,961,664 people in the state of California. 163,696 square miles. Capital city is Sacramento and the largest city both land wise and population is Los Angeles. California is the third-largest U.S. state by land area, after Alaska and Texas. Its geography ranges from the Pacific coast to the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range in the east, to Mojave Desert areas in the southeast and the Redwood forests of the northwest. The center of the state is dominated by the Central Vallet, one of the most productive agricultural areas in the world. California is the most geographically diverse state in the nation, and contains the highest (Mount Whitney) and lowest (Death Valley) points in the USA. Almost 40% of California is forested, a high amount for a relatively arid state. 2. California climate varies from Mediterranean to subartic. Much of the state has a Mediterranean, with cool, rainy winters and dry summers. 3. No major religion in California will affect what the people eat. Everyone is just free and eats what they want, but I would expect that if there were Muslims in the country that they would eat Halal food and that Jews would eat Kosher foods. 4. Much like the rest of the USA a staple food would be bread. California is known for its beautifully grown artichokes, and garlic from Hollister, California. Also there Californians eat a lot of meat as well as freshly grown fruits and veggies. But most of all, California is known for its WINE. :) 5. There is a lot of garlic and onion used in many California recipes, onion and garlic powder is often seen as well. Also strawberries and lemons are used quite frequently as well. But one main ingredient that is almost every time seen in California recipes is the artichoke. 6. Artichoke soup, California chicken, California rolls, Roasted Garlic, and The Famous Cobb Salad first originated in L.A and is still known by many to be associated with Californians. 7. A lot of baking, some frying but not too deep with lots of oil like the south, and most commonly used, grilling. Many Californians like to either grill or barbeque on summer days on the beach. :) 8. A major festival in California is the WINE festival, which happens from Aprill 22-24, is a time where wine lovers from around the globe come together and taste some of the finest wine. Wine critics and food critics alike come to the festival to taste some wine, and eat some fine cheese as well. || 2.There is a very large variety of foods produced and consumed in America, because there are also many climates. Farming is popular in America and many of the lands fruits and vegtables are grown. Meat and dairy products are very popular in America. 3. There is a very large variety of regions due to the constant importation of immegrents to the countyr, this means that that food preference is all on a personal level, and isnt restricted by religion. 4.Beef, corn, wheat, fish, poultry, potatoes are the primary products of the Americas. 5.Common ingredients typically include meats such as chicken or beef, or veggies, or basically anything because America is the land of the free. 6. Corn dogs- hot dogs deep fried, Philly cheese steaks- sliced steak on a bun with melted cheese and onions, pumpkin pie- delicious pie made from pumpkin, Fried Twinky- deep fried twinky ( a pastry with creme filling) 7.Grilling, frying, deep frying, baking, and broiling are common methods of cooking 8.Independence day is a holiday celebrated in America to celebrate the day America gained its independence from the British. It is held on July 4th, and fireworks and picnics are very common. || 2. The USA is very large, so there are many different climates. Because of this, most fruits and vegetables are grown. Tons of food is made in the US each year, it is even one of the leading exporters of rice. The love to eat meat as well, and there are many ranches and cattle farms, dairies, etc... 3. There are so many different religions that the only food choice changes take place on the personal level. As a nation, no religion has really caused certain foods to not be eaten. 4. Corn, wheat, beef, fish, poultry, and many others depending on the region you are in. Generally though, potatoes, corn, wheat, and beef are always there. There are grown in many parts of the country and because there is a lot of land it is easy to raise cattle and beef is easier to get. 5. Ingredients typically used are beef, corn, wheat, spices, potatoes, barbecue sauce, and really anything. 6. || 2. The climate in Mexico is said to be the a perfect climate. Many parts of the central highlands and some coastal locations, have "perfect" weather all year round.This means that food production is regular throughout the whole year.http://www.virtualmex.com/general.htm 3." Maize is the edifice upon which pre-Hispanic Mexican life was built. To the Mayans and subsequent Aztecs, maize was daily sustenance, was fertility, was ritual and religion. The God of Maize was worshipped and honored, celebrated in the most sacred rituals, often with human sacrifice. The Mayan civilization devised highly sophisticated agricultural methods to grow maize as well as methods of cooking that release the potent protein in this all-important crop. Maize is still the foundation of the Mexican diet.The Mayan Maize God was a deity that ranked in importance just behind the main god and the god of rain. No foodstuff could be more appropriate since a single ear of corn with many seeds or kernels was able to propagate new life in abundance. The Maize God represented both the cycle of planting, harvesting and replanting, as well as the human cycle of birth, death and rebirth. As a symbol, The Maize God was the most beautiful. Humans selected to represent the god were chosen from the most unblemished of the young. Mayan iconography, seen in stone and on walls, reflects a handsome youth with an elongated head suggestive of a corn cob. The tuft of hair that 'sprouts from his head resembles the silk of the corn. The Mayan relationship to corn was complex, even mystical. Maize was the universal father, and union with the father was the supreme attainment. That it should include human sacrifice should not be startling. " http://www.inmamaskitchen.com/Mexican_Food_Cooking/mexican_food_maize_corn.html This was the old Hispanic way of thinking, but now a days it is very different the Mexicans use what they want and are a lot more multicultural. Spices are a big thing used in Mexican dishes, and a lot of rice is used as well. 4. The Mexicans staple diets consist of tortillais, which are made from flour or Maize often used as bread alongside another meat. Then there is Frijoles(beans) used as a good source of protein, beans of different varieties are most commonly boiled and then fried. They can be a main ingredient in a meal or served almost as a garnish.Then Chilies in general, the bigger the chili, the milder the flavor. Large Poblano chilies are stuffed and served as a main course, the small habañero is ferociously hot.Guacamole which is avocado mashed with onions, chilies and cilantro (coriander) is served as a dip or as a garnish.Salsais usually served on your table as a relish or a dip. Tequila is a very infamous spirit is most commonly served to tourists in the form of a margarita – mixed with lime juice in salt-rimmed glasses. It is actually derived from the maguey plant – a spiky bush often seen growing in fields. Mezcal is a cruder form of Tequila traditionally served with a worm in the bottle – the worm should be eaten when the bottle is finished! Lastly the Cerveza which are Mexican beers are now known all over the world. Corona, Sol and Dos Equis are common brands, usually served cold and a very refreshing alternative to iced drinks. These are the most staple food diets in Mexico.http://www.differentworld.com/mexico/food.htm 5. Some typical ingredients used are Chilies, beans, vegetables and flour. Also, a lot of spices are used, mostly the ones that are found naturally in nature. http://mexicanfood.about.com/od/introtomexicanfood/a/Ingredients.htm 6.
 * Gina || # <Mexico>, < 742,485 sq mi/1,923,039 sq km>, <Mexico City>, <111,211,789>, <89% Roman Catholic>,, <about $12 a day>, <Men 70/ Women 77>
 * 1) Because of the climate and geography and ethnic differences, foods in Mexico varies by region. Southeastern Mexico has more of a spicy vegetable and chicken-based dishes and because it is bordered by the Pacific Ocean or the Gulf of Mexico, there are a lot of seafood.
 * 2) “In studying about the Ancient Aztec civilization, which were a certain ethnic group of central Mexico, we can see many similarities and differences between their lives and the lives of people living in the Rio Grande Valley. Like us, the Aztecs ate corn and beans. They also ate tortillas grilled and dipped in a tomato or hot pepper sauce. Tacos with meat and vegetables and tamales (ground corn dough filled with various ingredients and baked inside corn husks) were also foods that the Aztecs enjoyed. These foods are usually on our daily menu.” []
 * 3) staple foods and why main part of the diet – Staple foods in Mexico include white flour or corn tortillas, beans, rice, and masa harina, or corn flour. With these ingredients, a wide variety of dishes are cooked. Peppers are also popular in Mexico: ancho, poblano, chipotle, bell and jalapeno.
 * 4) The main ingredients in Mexican food often depend on where one is in the country. If a traveler is near the coast, seafood is a dominant ingredient. Beef and chicken are always popular meats, as is pork and goat. Mexican food may be flavored with chili powder, cilantro, [|garlic], onion, [|cumin] , black pepper and even brown sugar and cocoa powder, as in mole' sauce. Mexican food generally has deep, complex flavors.
 * 5) Enchiladas –
 * 1) cooking method – stir-frying, deep frying, or baking
 * 2) Cinco de Mayo – This festival is “very significant in the history of Mexico which is widely celebrated in many Mexican-American communities as the triumph of a people over oppression. During this celebration, people eat jalapeno poppers, and nachos with guacamole and salsa as a dish and Tequila or mezcal for the drink.
 * Esther || **PERU: The total land area of Peru is** 1,285,216 sq km. **Population:** 23 million, approximately 7 million live in the greater Lima Peru area. **Religion: Peru is** predominantly (92.5%) Roman Catholic, Protestantism, including Mormonism growing rapidly among urban poor and some tribes, although accounting for only about 4.5% of Peruvians in 1990. Other denominations include the Anglican Communion; the Methodist Church; and the Bahai Faith.
 * Julie || UNITED STATES OF AMERICA:3.79 million square miles (9.83 million km2) and with about 309 million people CAPITAL city:Washington DC The majority of Americans identify themselves as [|Christians] (76%), while non-Christian religions (including [|Buddhism], [|Hinduism], [|Judaism], and others) collectively make up about 4% of the adult population.[|[3]] Another 15% of the adult population identified as having no religious affiliation.[|[4]] According to the American Religious Identification Survey, religious belief varies considerably across the country: 59% of Americans living in Western states (the "[|Unchurched Belt]") report a belief in God, yet in the South (the "[|Bible Belt]") the figure is as high as 86%. (WIKIPEDIA)
 * Kenny || U.S.A (West Coast- CALIFORNIA)
 * Josh || 1. United States of America- 3.79 sq. million miles. The Capital City is Washington D.C with a population of around 304,059,724. It is mainly a christian country, but there is no state religions. It is a democracy, with a president, senate, and congress, and federal government that presides over the country as well as smaller state governments.
 * Campbell || 1. United States of America- 3,537,436 sq. miles. Capital City: Washington D.C.. Population: 304,059,724. It is generally considered a christian country, but there is no state religion. It is a democracy, with a president, senate, and congress, and federal government that presides over the country as well as smaller state governments. The average lifespan is 78 years and the average income is $52,029 a year per household. http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/00000.html
 * Lauren || 1. MEXICO-The land area is 742,485 sq mi (1,923,039 sq km); and the total area is : 761,602 sq mi (1,972,550 sq km). The capital city is Mexico City. The population as of 2009 is 111,211,789 (growth rate: 1.1%); birth rate: 19.7/1000; infant mortality rate: 18.4/1000; life expectancy: 76.0; density per sq km: 57. The main religion is Roman Catholicism which was brought to the country by the Spanish making it the main religion of Mexico. Today, 95% of the population are baptized Catholics, making the country the second largest Catholic nation in the world, after Brazil.The political system in Mexico is Federal republic. The average income in US dollars for a Mexican is about 12 dollars a day. The average lifespan for a Mexican is 74.9 years old.

Chiles Renellos
Large Poblano chilies stuffed with cheese or spicy meat (picadillo). The chilies are mild, though the sauce may not be. ======Enchiladas====== Tortillas coated in a tomato and chili sauce, stuffed with vegetables, chicken or pork then folded and baked. Despite the chili content, enchiladas are often fairly mild. Enchiladas suizas are topped with sour cream. ======Huachinango====== Red Snapper, a common feature on the menus at coastal resorts. Often available ‘al gusto’, cooked in a choice of methods. ======Quesadillas====== Tortillas stuffed with cheese, folded and grilled. A simple dish often served with beans or a little salad and suitable for those avoiding anything spicy. ======Mole sauce====== A wonderful rich sauce made with the unlikely combination of chocolate, chilies and many spices. It can be red or green depending on the ingredients and the moles of Puebla and Oaxaca are particularly famous, hence ‘mole poblano’ or ‘mole oaxaqeño’. The sauce is often served over chicken, though turkey is more traditional. http://www.differentworld.com/mexico/food.htm 7. Most mexicans cook how your every day person does, but they do have a few ways that can be done diffrently. A grill is very popular and also just using the stove. [|Barbacoa]was made by steaming meat suspended over boiling water in a deep pit. The meat was often wrapped in cactus or banana leaves. Frying-popular method of cooking. Tasty items like taquitos, flautas and chimichangas are a few examples of this method. "metate y mano," -a large tool made of stone or lava rock. It has slightly concave surface on which you can use the grinding stone to grind or mash your ingredients. They also used a smaller "molcajete" (mortar and pestle) to grind and mash. http://mexicanfood.about.com/od/cookingmethodsofmexico/a/CookingMethods.htm 8.**February 2-18** In this southernmost part of the Federal District, known for its ancient floating gardens, which the visitor may see from colorful punt boats, a festival dedicated to the pre-hispanic grain features amaranth in its many forms, some of which are //moles//, hot drinks, the sweet snack bars called //alegrías//, and many cereals and noodles. A large crafts market is a permanent feature. http://www.mexconnect.com/articles/2255-calendar-of-mexican-food-festivals ||
 * Xochimilco, D.F., Amaranth Candy and Olive Festival / //Festival de la Alegría y el Olivo//**

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