Exam 6: Scandinavia

Which Scandinavian country made the smörgasbord a popular form of serving foods; a buffet table with an assortment of meats, seafood, fruits, nuts and cheeses?

What two countries played a large part in shaping the cuisines of Scandinavia?

Which of the Scandinavian countries has the richest soil, making it an ideal place for raising animals for meat and dairy?

Following a Russian tradition, what is used to enclose meat and fish when baking the popular Finnish food known as kalakukko?

The Vikings, with an extensive history of exploration, were known for which two types of food preservation?

What are the two most important foods to the people of Norway?

Which of the following types of venison would you expect to find on a Scandinavian menu?

Danish pastries were actually invented by Viennese bakers; the Dutch improved the formula and they are now enjoyed throughout Scandinavia.

Dill and fennel are popular herbs in Scandinavian cooking.

What neighboring country influenced the cuisine of Finland more than the other Scandinavian countries because of its close proximity?

Which Scandinavian country borders Germany and shares northern German culture and cuisine?

Soups rarely make it on Scandinavian menus for they are considered peasant food, and are never enjoyed by the affluent.

Jarlsberg cheese from Norway is a type of Swiss cheese with tiny holes and a firm texture.

Why are Scandinavian menus full of vegetables such as turnips, cabbage, carrots, rutabagas and beets?

Scandinavian cuisine is not known for its use of butter or cheese; rather plain boiled foods adorn most menus.

Which type of fish are you more likely to find on a Scandinavian smörgasbord?

Cold beer is often served with Danish "smorrebrod" which means which one of the following?

Because of their shared culture, what country is often associated with Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland when referring to Scandinavia?

Which of the following is a noted specialty of Norwegians?

Although Scandinavians cure and smoke a lot of different types of fish which type is traditionally used to make gravlax?