Grains:
* Wheat: One of the most important crops in the Old World, wheat quickly became a staple in the New World.
* Rice: While not as prevalent as wheat, rice was also introduced, particularly in the Southern colonies and later in the Caribbean.
* Barley: Primarily used for animal feed and brewing, barley was another Old World grain that found its way to the New World.
Fruits and Vegetables:
* Apples: A staple in the New World, apples originated in Central Asia and were brought over by European colonists.
* Pears: Another fruit originating in Central Asia, pears thrived in North America.
* Oranges: While native to Southeast Asia, oranges were brought to the New World through Spain and Portugal, especially to the Caribbean.
* Bananas: A tropical fruit from Southeast Asia, bananas spread rapidly throughout the Americas.
* Coffee: The coffee plant, native to Ethiopia, made its way to the Caribbean, where it thrived and is now one of the region's most important crops.
* Sugarcane: Brought from Southeast Asia, sugarcane flourished in the Caribbean and became the backbone of the colonial economy in many islands.
* Onions: This vegetable originated in Central Asia and spread to the New World, becoming a common ingredient in many dishes.
* Carrots: While originally from Central Asia, carrots became an integral part of New World cuisine.
* Cabbage: Another vegetable brought from Europe, cabbage is widely cultivated in the New World.
* Cauliflower: Also from Europe, cauliflower was a welcome addition to New World vegetable gardens.
Other Foods:
* Livestock: Animals like cattle, pigs, sheep, and horses, all of which originated in Eurasia, were introduced to the New World.
* Honeybees: These insects, originally from Europe, were brought to the Americas and were essential for pollinating crops.
It's important to note:
* This list is not exhaustive. Numerous other foods were brought over from the Old World, with some being more significant than others.
* The exchange of foods between the Old World and New World is known as the Columbian Exchange, and it had a profound impact on both sides, affecting cuisines, economies, and even the environment.