Lonely Planet Kids Snacks Around the World

Lonely Planet Kids Snacks Around the World Synopsis

A lip-smacking compendium of sweet, crunchy, chewy and salty treats from around the world awaits. Do you dare to dig in?From cheese and onion flavoured chocolate bars in Ireland to twisted 'tornado potatoes' in South Korea; crispy deep-fried churros in Spain to a spaghetti-style ice cream in Germany, Snacks Around the World is packed with fun - and flavourful - facts about popular and lesser-known bites with a fascinating exploration into food history, culture and traditions!Inside Snacks Around the World:More than 200 popular and bizarre snacks from all over the world including daring pairings, sweet treats and adventurous eats Introduces kids to the incredible variety of awesome foods from different countries Fun 'Snack Spotlights' offer insights into food culture including: Vending Machines; Gum Ban in Singapore; Street Food; and moreDiscover snacks throughout history with 'Tasty Timelines' from popcorn, pizza, turkish delight and jelly beans Bonus section dedicated to Confectionary Snacks to excite curious readers with a sweet toothLively and bold illustrated cover by Toby Triumph with additional illustrations and photos throughout Written by Lisa M. Gerry, author of numerous children's books including 100 Ways to Be Thankful, 100 Ways to Make the World Better, and Water! Why Every Drop Counts and How You Can Start Making Waves to Protect ItCovers chewy, crunchy, sweet and salty snacks from: the USA, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Canada, Cuba, Mexico, Brazil, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Japan, China, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Philippines, Australia, UK, Portugal, Sweden, Greece, France, Spain, Italy, Turkey, South Africa, and many more Explore the world one unique and tasty treat at a time with this epic collection of snacks from across the planet that's perfect for kids and grown-ups alike.

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