These 17 flags made of food will make you ravenously hungry
So these food-flags aren't brand new, but who cares: the OIympics are going down, and recent government reports have confirmed that food is delicious. Designed by the folks at Whybin \ TBWA to promote the '09 Sydney Food Festival, the below ads use a country's staple foods to create delectable national flags, confirming that the US is indeed fat.
1. Italy
What it is: Basil, spaghetti, and tomatoes
2. Brazil
What it is: Limes, pineapple, passion fruit, and a banana leaf
3. The UK
What it is: A scone, cream, and jam
4. Spain
What it is: Chorizo and rice
5. France
What it is: Cheese and grapes
6. Switzerland
What it is: Ham charcuterie and Emmentaler
7. South Korea
What it is: Kimbap
8. Japan
What it is: Tuna and rice nigiri
9. Australia
What it is: A meat pie with tomato sauce
10. Turkey
What it is: Lokum (Turkish delight)
11. Thailand
What it is: Chili, crab, and shredded coconut
12. Lebanon
What it is: Lavash and fattoush
13. India
What it is: Curries, rice, and a pappadum wafer
14. Vietnam
What it is: Rambutan, lychee, and starfruit
15. China
What it is: Dragon fruit and starfruit
16. Greece
What it is: Kalamata olives and feta
17. USA
What it is: Hot dogs, mustard, and ketchup