Exploring Global Cultural Traditions week8-9

Aug 18, 2024

Cultural Traditions and Presentations

Filipino Tradition

  • Foods: Egg rolls, pancit, and rice are staples at gatherings.
  • Honoring Ancestors: Food is left for deceased family members in the house.
    • Example: Mention of grandpa, great-grandpa, and great-grandma.

Italian Heritage

  • Family History:
    • Nicolina: Named after the speaker's great-great-grandmother.
    • Displayed item: Passport of great-great-grandmother from Italy.
  • Language:
    • Reference to Italian: "Ravioli" and "mangia" (eat).

Turkish Song

  • A song was sung with playful lyrics about a frog.
  • Song included repetitive sounds like "quak" and "ribbit".

Cultural Dance

  • Demonstration: Participants were shown how boys and girls dance differently.
  • Earning Money: Mention of receiving money for dancing.

Kenyan Cuisine

  • Traditional Foods:
    • Ugali: A dish made from maize flour or white cornmeal common in the Luo tribe.
    • Samake: A type of fish often eaten with ugali.
  • Tasting Experience: Described as having little flavor, typically eaten with other foods.