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Play free1Sushi belongs to which country's cuisine?
- Korea
- China
- Japan
- Thailand
2Pizza spread around the world from which country's cuisine?
- Spain
- Italy
- Greece
- France
3The taco is a traditional dish of which country?
- Spain
- Mexico
- Brazil
- Peru
4Paella, the saffron rice dish, comes from which country?
- Spain
- Mexico
- Italy
- Portugal
5Pad Thai is the famous noodle dish of which country?
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Vietnam
- Indonesia
6Kimchi, made from fermented cabbage, is traditional to which country?
- China
- Japan
- Vietnam
- Korea
7What is the main ingredient of hummus?
- Beans
- Lentils
- Chickpeas
- Peas
8Which fruit is the main ingredient of guacamole?
- Lemon
- Avocado
- Tomato
- Mango
9The hamburger takes its name from which German city?
- Hamburg
- Berlin
- Frankfurt
- Munich
10The long, thin baguette is associated with which country?
- Spain
- France
- Italy
- Germany
11Ramen is the famous noodle soup of which country's cuisine?
- Philippines
- Japan
- Vietnam
- Thailand
12The noodle soup pho comes from which country's cuisine?
- Cambodia
- Thailand
- Laos
- Vietnam
13Goulash, the paprika-heavy meat stew, comes from which country's cuisine?
- Poland
- Hungary
- Austria
- Czechia
14Fish and chips is a classic dish of which country?
- Australia
- England
- Ireland
- The USA
15Couscous is a traditional dish of which region?
- Southern Europe
- West Africa
- North Africa
- South Asia
16What is the fried patty made from ground chickpeas or fava beans called?
- Pakora
- Falafel (fried chickpea balls)
- Samosa
- Kibbeh
17Which herb is the main ingredient of pesto?
- Parsley
- Mint
- Rocket
- Basil
18Which vegetable gives borscht its red color?
- Tomato
- Red pepper
- Carrot
- Beetroot
19Traditional Mexican tortillas are made from which grain?
- Rice
- Wheat
- Egypt
- Barley
20Ceviche, raw fish marinated in citrus juice, is the national dish of which country?
- Peru
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Chile
21The fried rice dish nasi goreng is associated with which country?
- Philippines
- Thailand
- Vietnam
- Indonesia
22Injera, the sourdough flatbread, is eaten in which country?
- Egypt
- Ethiopia
- Morocco
- Nigeria
23Spiced tomato jollof rice is a famous dish of which region?
- East Africa
- West Africa
- North Africa
- South Africa
24Where did the poke bowl, made with raw fish, originate?
- Okinawa
- Hawaii
- Tahiti
- Bali
25Fondue, eaten by dipping bread into melted cheese, is considered the national dish of which country?
- Austria
- Switzerland
- Spain
- Greece
26The foam on top of a cappuccino is made from which ingredient?
- Milk
- Egg white
- Cream
- Water
27The world's first cola drink was made in which country?
- Mexico
- England
- Germany
- The USA
28Which vitamin is orange juice especially rich in?
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin K
29Which mineral in milk helps strengthen bones?
- Calcium
- Potassium
- Zinc
- Iron
30Which gas makes the bubbles in fizzy drinks?
- Nitrogen
- Oxygen
- Helium
- Carbon dioxide
31Which substance in coffee keeps you awake?
- Caffeine
- Nicotine
- Theobromine
- Taurine
32What is heating milk to kill germs called?
- Fermentation
- Filtration
- Distillation
- Pasteurization
33In which country was tea first drunk?
- China
- England
- Japan
- India
34Which appliance is usually used to make a smoothie?
- Blender
- Toaster
- Coffee machine
- Oven
35In which country was espresso invented?
- France
- Turkey
- Italy
- Brazil
36What is the main difference between black tea and green tea?
- The climate they grow in
- A different plant species
- The oxidation process
- The harvest season
37Matcha, the powdered green tea of the tea ceremony, is associated with which country?
- China
- Japan
- India
- Korea
38Which country produces the most coffee in the world?
- Vietnam
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Ethiopia
39How is an Americano made?
- By adding milk to espresso
- By adding cream to coffee
- By adding hot water to espresso
- By adding ice to coffee
40The chewy pearls in bubble tea are made from what?
- Rice flour
- Tapioca
- Cornstarch
- Gelatin
41Kombucha is made by fermenting which drink?
- Milk
- Juice
- Coffee
- Tea
42Which continent is mate tea native to?
- Europe
- Africa
- South America
- North America
43Masala chai, the spiced milk tea, is a drink of which country?
- India
- China
- Iran
- Japan
44Which citrus gives Earl Grey tea its aroma?
- Orange
- Lemon
- Grapefruit
- Bergamot
45Which sugar occurs naturally in milk?
- Sucrose
- Fructose
- Glucose
- Lactose
46Which country is the coffee plant native to?
- Brazil
- Ethiopia
- Kenya
- Colombia
47Kefir, the fermented milk drink, originated in which region?
- Scandinavia
- Central Asia
- The Balkans
- The Caucasus
48Which coffee species is the most widely grown in the world?
- Arabica
- Robusta
- Excelsa
- Liberica
49Frappé, the frothy iced coffee, was invented in which country?
- Italy
- Greece
- The USA
- France
50Which substance gives tonic water its bitter taste?
- Tannin
- Quinine
- Citric acid
- Caffeine
51Chocolate is made from the beans of which tree?
- Coconut palm
- Cocoa
- Coffee
- Date palm
52Gelato is the traditional ice cream of which country?
- Spain
- France
- Greece
- Italy
53What is the main ingredient of cheesecake?
- Milk powder
- Chocolate
- Yogurt
- Cheese
54Maple syrup is associated with which country?
- Canada
- The USA
- Russia
- Norway
55Marzipan is made by grinding which nut?
- Pistachio
- Almond
- Walnut
- Hazelnut
56The colorful almond-flour cookie macaron is associated with which country?
- Switzerland
- Italy
- France
- Belgium
57Waffles are most associated with which country?
- The Netherlands
- Denmark
- Germany
- Belgium
58Which ingredient is used to make cake batter rise?
- Baking powder
- Vanilla
- Starch
- Salt
59Mochi, made from soft pounded rice, is a dessert of which country?
- Japan
- Thailand
- Korea
- China
60Meringue is made from which two ingredients?
- Egg white and sugar
- Cream and gelatin
- Milk and starch
- Flour and butter
61In Spain, churros are traditionally dipped in which drink?
- Hot chocolate
- Milk
- Coffee
- Tea
62Unlike ice cream, which ingredient does sorbet leave out?
- Milk
- Fruit
- Water
- Sugar
63How is the crisp top of a crème brûlée made?
- By torching sugar
- By pouring on honey
- By sprinkling hazelnuts
- By crumbling biscuits
64The brownie, a rich chocolate cake, originated in which country?
- Canada
- England
- The USA
- France
65Which of these is not found in white chocolate?
- Cocoa solids
- Milk powder
- Sugar
- Cocoa butter
66Which seed is the main ingredient of tahini halva?
- Sunflower
- Flax
- Sesame
- Poppy
67Ganache is a mixture of which two ingredients?
- Sugar and water
- Chocolate and cream
- Flour and butter
- Egg and milk
68Which continent is the cacao tree native to?
- South America
- Africa
- Asia
- Europe
69Dulce de leche is made by slowly cooking which two ingredients?
- Milk and sugar
- Honey and butter
- Cocoa and cream
- Egg and flour
70The mooncake is a holiday sweet in which country?
- Thailand
- China
- India
- Japan
71Who is the meringue dessert pavlova named after?
- A queen
- A ballerina
- A painter
- A chef
72The Sacher torte, chocolate cake with apricot jam, was born in which city?
- Zurich
- Paris
- Berlin
- Vienna
73Which country produces the most cocoa in the world?
- Ghana
- Ivory Coast
- Brazil
- Indonesia
74Daniel Peter, who created milk chocolate in 1875, was from which country?
- Switzerland
- England
- The USA
- Belgium
75Gulab jamun, fried and soaked in syrup, is a dessert of which country?
- India
- Indonesia
- Mexico
- Egypt
76By weight, what is the world's most expensive spice?
- Cardamom
- Black pepper
- Saffron
- Vanilla
77What is the spicy green paste served with sushi?
- Pesto
- Wasabi
- Guacamole
- Hummus
78Parmesan is a cheese from which country?
- France
- The Netherlands
- Switzerland
- Italy
79White, salty feta cheese is associated with which country?
- Bulgaria
- Italy
- Greece
- France
80On which continent is the most rice grown?
- Africa
- The Americas
- Asia
- Europe
81Which living organism makes bread dough rise?
- Algae
- Virus
- Mold
- Yeast
82Botanically, what is a tomato?
- A grain
- A vegetable
- The root
- Fruit
83About what percentage of a watermelon's weight is water?
- 70 percent
- 50 percent
- 30 percent
- 90 percent
84Paprika is made by drying and grinding which vegetable?
- Tomato
- Beetroot
- Red pepper
- Carrot
85Tofu is made from the milk of which plant?
- Coconut palm
- Oat
- Soy
- Almond
86Saffron comes from which flower?
- Daisy
- Tulip
- Crocus
- Rose
87Vanilla comes from which plant?
- Cinnamon tree
- Cacao tree
- Palm tree
- Orchid
88Cinnamon comes from which part of the plant?
- Its bark
- Its flower
- Its leaf
- Its seed
89Ginger comes from which part of the plant?
- Its leaf
- Its underground stem
- Its fruit
- Its seed
90Gouda is a cheese from which country?
- The Netherlands
- Germany
- Denmark
- Belgium
91Which country produces the most olive oil in the world?
- Greece
- Spain
- Turkey
- Italy
92Which region is the potato native to?
- South America
- Europe
- East Asia
- North Africa
93Which compound makes chili peppers hot?
- Capsaicin
- Citric acid
- Menthol
- Caffeine
94Which spice gives curry powder its yellow color?
- Saffron
- Cumin
- Ginger
- Turmeric
95Bulgur is made from which grain?
- Rice
- Wheat
- Egypt
- Barley
96Blue-veined Roquefort cheese is made from the milk of which animal?
- Sheep
- Buffalo
- Goat
- Cow
97How do the holes in Swiss Emmental cheese form?
- From gas released by bacteria
- Salt dissolves the cheese
- Maggots eat through it
- Holes punched in the mold
98Which scale measures how hot a pepper is?
- Celsius
- Scoville
- Richter
- Brix
99The historic Spice Islands, famed for cloves and nutmeg, are in which country?
- Madagascar
- Indonesia
- India
- Sri Lanka
100Botanically, peanuts belong to which group?
- Grains
- Legumes
- Nuts
- Root vegetables
101What is the deep Chinese pan used for fast, high-heat cooking called?
- Wok
- Saucepan
- Grill
- Casserole
102On which continent are chopsticks most used?
- Asia
- Africa
- Europe
- South America
103A French press is used to brew which drink?
- Ayran
- Milk
- Cocoa
- Coffee
104Which food never spoils for thousands of years if stored properly?
- Honey
- Bread
- Meat
- Milk
105Which process is common to making yogurt, pickles and cheese?
- Grill
- Fermentation
- Frying
- Roasting
106What is flavoring and preserving food with smoke called?
- Drying
- Brining
- Boiling
- Smoking
107What is a mortar and pestle used for in the kitchen?
- Crushing spices
- Rolling out dough
- Grating vegetables
- Whipping milk
108Which meat is traditionally eaten at Thanksgiving?
- Beef
- Lamb
- Chicken
- Turkey
109What is the meal eaten at sunset to break the fast in Ramadan called?
- Tarawih
- Imsak
- Suhoor
- Iftar
110Al dente describes the doneness of which food?
- Bread
- Soup
- Pasta
- Meat
111How does a microwave oven heat food?
- With a hot wire
- By blowing hot steam
- By vibrating water molecules
- By producing a flame
112Why does a pressure cooker cook food faster?
- It emits microwaves
- It uses more oil
- It salts the water more
- It raises the steam pressure
113Besides sweet, salty, sour and bitter, what is the fifth basic taste?
- Fatty
- Spicy
- Metallic
- Umami
114Michelin, the company that awards restaurant stars, actually makes what?
- Cheese
- Camping gear
- Car tires
- Food processors
115How many milliliters is a standard tablespoon?
- 25
- 10
- 5
- 15
116If an egg dropped into water sinks to the bottom, what does that mean?
- It's old
- It's cooked
- It has a double yolk
- It's fresh
117What do the long noodles eaten at Chinese New Year symbolize?
- Love
- Long life
- Chance
- Wealth
118At Spain's famous La Tomatina festival, what do people throw at each other?
- Watermelons
- Pumpkins
- Orange
- Tomato
119What decides whether an eggshell is white or brown?
- The egg's freshness
- The hen's breed
- The hen's feed
- The hen's age
120What is a bento in Japan?
- A fish market
- A single-serving lunch box
- A tea ceremony
- A rice pot
121Why do our eyes water when we chop onions?
- Because the onion is cold
- The gas it releases irritates the eyes
- The sharp smell causes an allergy
- Onion juice splashes into the eye
122What is the sous vide cooking method?
- Grilling over charcoal
- Salting and drying
- Deep-frying in hot oil
- A water bath in a vacuum-sealed bag
123Which chemical reaction browns bread crust and seared meat?
- Fermentation
- Photosynthesis
- The Maillard reaction
- Electrolysis
124Eating 12 grapes at midnight on New Year's Eve is a tradition of which country?
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Greece
125In East Asia, why is it rude to stick chopsticks upright in rice?
- It resembles funeral incense
- It insults the cook
- It cools the rice
- It drives luck away
126Moussaka, layered with eggplant, minced meat and béchamel, is which country's baked dish?
- Italy
- Hungary
- Portugal
- Greece
127Which meat is traditionally used for Austria's famous Wiener Schnitzel?
- Fish
- Veal
- Lamb
- Chicken
128Risotto, made creamy by adding broth little by little, is a dish from which country?
- Spain
- Italy
- France
- Greece
129The rich fish soup bouillabaisse is associated with which Mediterranean port?
- Barcelona
- Athens
- Naples
- Marseille
130Rösti, grated potato fried golden in a pan, is a classic of which country?
- Ireland
- Denmark
- Switzerland
- Netherlands
131Pierogi, half-moon stuffed dumplings that are boiled, are the emblem of which country?
- Romania
- Poland
- Ireland
- Czechia
132Small meatballs served with lingonberry jam are a classic of which country?
- Denmark
- Sweden
- Norway
- Netherlands
133Haggis, sheep offal blended with oats and spices, is the national dish of which country?
- Ireland
- Scotland
- Iceland
- Norway
134Sauerkraut, the sour fermented cabbage served alongside sausage, is most associated with which country?
- Greece
- Germany
- Morocco
- Portugal
135Bacalhau, salted and dried cod, is the emblem of which country's cuisine?
- Greece
- Ireland
- Portugal
- Norway
136The blini tradition, thin pancakes eaten with caviar and sour cream, belongs to which country?
- Austria
- Poland
- Russia
- Hungary
137Mămăligă, a porridge cooked from maize flour, is the traditional dish of which country?
- Greece
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
138Gravlax, salmon cured with salt, sugar and dill and sliced raw, is a delicacy of which region?
- Caucasus
- Balkans
- Mediterranean
- Scandinavia
139Gyros, cooked on a vertical spit and wrapped in pita bread, is the street food of which country?
- Italy
- Greece
- Morocco
- Romania
140Khachapuri, a boat-shaped bread filled with cheese and an egg, comes from the cuisine of which country?
- Greece
- Ukraine
- Georgia
- Romania
141The way of eating where ingredients cook in a bubbling pot at the table spread from which country?
- Italy
- China
- India
- Mexico
142Bibimbap, where vegetables, meat and egg are mixed with rice, is from which country?
- China
- Japan
- Korea
- Thailand
143What kind of dish is bulgogi in Korean cuisine?
- A vegetable stew cooked in steam
- Thinly sliced marinated meat grilled over fire
- A soup made from fermented soybean paste
- Cold noodles served in iced broth
144How is tempura cooked in Japanese cuisine?
- Wrapped in seaweed and boiled
- Left to cure cold in vinegared water
- Threaded on skewers over charcoal
- Dipped in a light batter and deep-fried
145What is the Japanese snack called onigiri?
- A paste of fermented beans
- A soup made with beef broth
- A rice ball wrapped in seaweed
- A plate of fried noodles
146Okonomiyaki, cabbage and batter cooked together on a hot plate, is a specialty of which country?
- Philippines
- Japan
- China
- Korea
147Biryani, spiced rice layered and cooked with meat, is identified with which country?
- China
- India
- Indonesia
- Morocco
148What is the name of the flatbread baked by slapping it onto the hot wall of a clay oven?
- Tortilla
- Pita
- Naan
- Baguette
149Momo, steamed stuffed dumplings, is the street food of which country?
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Thailand
- Nepal
150What is the rice in nasi lemak, Malaysia's national dish, cooked in?
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
- Coconut milk
- Butter
151Tom yum, a hot soup soured with lemongrass and lime, comes from the cuisine of which country?
- Vietnam
- India
- Thailand
- Philippines
152Adobo, meat cooked in vinegar, soy sauce and garlic, is seen as the national dish of which country?
- Indonesia
- Mexico
- Peru
- Philippines
153The bánh mì sandwich, a baguette filled with Asian ingredients, was born in which country?
- Philippines
- Thailand
- Singapore
- Vietnam
154Hainanese rice served with poached chicken is regarded as the national dish of which country?
- Malaysia
- Indonesia
- Singapore
- Vietnam
155Which two ingredients make up mohinga, Myanmar's national soup?
- Chicken and chickpeas
- Beef and potatoes
- Fish and rice noodles
- Lentils and cracked wheat
156Tabbouleh, a salad made with plenty of parsley and bulgur, comes from the cuisine of which country?
- Greece
- Morocco
- Lebanon
- Iran
157Kabsa, made of spiced rice and meat, is the national dish of which country?
- Saudi Arabia
- Morocco
- Egypt
- Iran
158Mansaf, lamb cooked in a sauce of dried yoghurt, is identified with which country?
- Tunisia
- Ethiopia
- Jordan
- Lebanon
159Which two ingredients thicken fesenjan, the famous Iranian stew?
- Sesame and dates
- Almonds and lemon
- Peanuts and figs
- Walnuts and pomegranate
160Kabuli pilaf, topped with carrots and raisins, is the national dish of which country?
- India
- Iran
- Egypt
- Afghanistan
161Beshbarmak, made with hand-rolled sheets of dough and meat, is the traditional dish of which region?
- Central Asia
- North Africa
- Scandinavia
- Balkans
162Which two main ingredients make a Spanish tortilla?
- Corn flour and water
- Potato and egg
- Chickpeas and sesame
- Rice and fish
163Moules-frites, mussels served together with fries, is a classic of which country?
- Ireland
- Denmark
- Belgium
- Portugal
164Tagine, slowly cooked in a clay pot with a cone-shaped lid, is the emblem of which country's cuisine?
- Egypt
- Greece
- India
- Morocco
165Koshari, where lentils, rice and pasta meet on one plate, is the street food of which country?
- Egypt
- Lebanon
- Ethiopia
- Tunisia
166Bobotie, spiced minced meat baked under an egg topping, is the dish of which country?
- Morocco
- Nigeria
- Kenya
- South Africa
167Suya, skewers rolled in peanut spice and grilled over embers, is the street food of which country?
- Senegal
- Ethiopia
- Nigeria
- Morocco
168Thieboudienne, prepared with fish and rice, is the national dish of which country?
- Kenya
- Senegal
- Ghana
- Egypt
169How is fufu, the soft dough pounded from cassava or plantain, eaten?
- Spooned up after soaking in milk
- Sliced and picked up with chopsticks
- Cut with a knife and fried
- Torn by hand and dipped into soup
170What is the nyama choma dish found on Kenyan and Tanzanian tables?
- Fermented milk
- Spiced fish soup
- Grilled meat
- Maize porridge
171Brik, a thin pastry fried with an egg cracked inside, is a starter of which country?
- Greece
- Morocco
- Tunisia
- Lebanon
172Waakye, rice and beans cooked together, is a breakfast classic of which country?
- Kenya
- Ghana
- Egypt
- Senegal
173Poutine, fries topped with fresh cheese curds and dark gravy, came out of which country?
- Ireland
- United States
- Canada
- Belgium
174Arepa, a flat bread made from corn flour, is most associated with the cuisine of which two countries?
- Mexico and Guatemala
- Venezuela and Colombia
- Argentina and Chile
- Cuba and the Dominican Republic
175In the barbecue tradition of the American South, how is the meat cooked?
- By boiling it in water
- By leaving it cold in vinegar
- Slowly, for hours in low heat and smoke
- Quickly, in a few minutes over high heat
176Which unexpected ingredient goes into Mexico's mole poblano sauce?
- Coconut
- Chocolate
- Honey
- White cheese
177In Mexico, what is tamal dough wrapped in while it steams?
- Banana peel
- Corn husks
- Cabbage leaves
- Vine leaves
178Jerk chicken, marinated in chilli and spices and cooked over embers, is the specialty of which country?
- Cuba
- Jamaica
- Brazil
- Nigeria
179Ropa vieja, shredded meat simmered in tomato sauce, is seen as the national dish of which country?
- Cuba
- Spain
- Mexico
- Peru
180Tostones, made by flattening green plantain and frying it twice, is a treat of which region?
- Caribbean
- Central Asia
- Balkans
- Scandinavia
181Feijoada, black beans and meat simmered together for hours, is the national dish of which country?
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Cuba
- Portugal
182Which green sauce of parsley, garlic and vinegar is served alongside Argentina's grilled meats?
- Pesto
- Tzatziki
- Chimichurri
- Tahini
183The chivito sandwich, stuffed with steak, egg and vegetables, is the national treat of which country?
- Uruguay
- Peru
- Chile
- Colombia
184Bandeja paisa, which gathers beans, meat, egg and plantain on one plate, is from which country?
- Venezuela
- Colombia
- Brazil
- Cuba
185Which meat is traditionally used for anticucho, the famous skewer of Peruvian streets?
- Leg of lamb
- Fish fillet
- Beef heart
- Chicken breast
186Which animal is cooked under the name cuy in the cuisine of the Andes?
- Duck
- Goat
- Rabbit
- Guinea pig
187Moqueca, a fish stew cooked with palm oil and sweet peppers, belongs to the coastal cuisine of which country?
- Brazil
- Indonesia
- Nigeria
- Peru
188Which salty yeast spread is thinly spread on bread at Australian and New Zealand breakfasts?
- Cream cheese
- Olive paste
- Vegemite
- Peanut butter
189How do the Maori cook food at their traditional feasts?
- By wrapping it in bark and smoking it
- By boiling it in sea water
- By drying it in the sun on sand
- In a pit dug in the earth, with hot stones
190Poi, made by pounding and mashing taro root, is the traditional food of which region?
- Scandinavia
- Caribbean
- West Africa
- Polynesia
191Kokoda, raw fish cured in citrus juice and mixed with coconut milk, belongs to which island country?
- Philippines
- Japan
- Indonesia
- Fiji
192Pupusa, corn dough filled with cheese and cooked on a griddle, is the national dish of which country?
- Jamaica
- El Salvador
- Cuba
- Peru
193Which three vegetables make up mirepoix, the base of many French dishes?
- Leek, courgette and mushroom
- Onion, carrot and celery
- Tomato, pepper and eggplant
- Cabbage, radish and spinach
194What does it mean to cut something julienne in cooking?
- Cutting into thin, long strips
- Cutting into small cubes
- Slicing into thin rings
- Grating it down into a purée
195What does it mean to sauté a food?
- Tossing it quickly in a little fat over high heat
- Deep-frying it for a long time
- Steaming it in a covered pot
- Soaking it in cold water for a long time
196What is the main reason for rinsing rice before cooking it?
- To raise its salt content
- To make its colour darker
- To harden the grains
- To wash away the excess starch
197In French cooking, what does it mean to confit a meat?
- Boiling it in a sugar syrup
- Searing it in seconds on a scorching plate
- Cooking it slowly for hours in its own fat
- Leaving it raw in vinegared water
198The filled fried pastry samosa is known for which shape?
- Star
- Square
- Ring
- Triangle
199Gazpacho, a soup made from raw vegetables and drunk cold, is the summer treat of which country?
- Greece
- France
- Italy
- Spain
200Who is the sandwich named after?
- An English earl
- A French cook
- A German baker
- An Italian merchant
201What colour are coffee beans before they are roasted?
- Black
- Brown
- Yellow
- Green
202The historic port city that gave mocha coffee its name is in which country?
- Sudan
- Yemen
- Morocco
- Egypt
203After Brazil, which country produces the most coffee in the world?
- Mexico
- Vietnam
- Indonesia
- Colombia
204How is cold brew coffee made?
- By frothing the grounds with steam
- By freezing the beans and grinding them
- By chilling hot brewed coffee with ice
- By steeping in cold water for hours
205How is instant coffee produced?
- Starch is mixed into the coffee
- Raw beans are simply ground up
- The water is evaporated from brewed coffee
- The beans are boiled and strained
206Most of the milk produced in the world comes from which animal?
- Buffalo
- Sheep
- Cow
- Goat
207What is the name of the drink made by adding just a little milk foam to espresso?
- Latte
- Frappé
- Americano
- Macchiato
208Where on the plant do coffee beans form?
- Inside its fruit
- In its stem bark
- On its root
- On its leaves
209What is the job of the paper filter in a drip coffee maker?
- Adding flavour to the drink
- Keeping the grounds out of the cup
- Creating foam
- Heating the water
210By what method does an espresso machine brew coffee?
- By boiling the water for a long time
- By letting the grounds sit in a strainer
- By forcing hot water under pressure through the grounds
- By blowing hot air through it
211Which spice is added to Arabic coffee and gives it its distinctive aroma?
- Cinnamon
- Cumin
- Cardamom
- Clove
212Which ingredient is usually added to Vietnamese-style coffee?
- Condensed milk
- Butter
- Honey
- Cinnamon
213The famous coffee ceremony where beans are roasted and brewed in front of guests belongs to which country?
- Brazil
- Morocco
- Yemen
- Ethiopia
214What is the white limescale that builds up inside a kettle made of?
- From air dissolved in the water
- From calcium salts in the water
- From the metal rusting
- From the residue of tea leaves
215What happens to the weight of coffee beans when they are roasted?
- They get lighter because they lose moisture
- It stays exactly the same
- They get noticeably heavier
- It roughly doubles
216Why is a glass of water usually served alongside coffee?
- To cool the drink down
- To dissolve the sugar
- To cleanse the palate
- To warm the cup
217Which country produces the most tea in the world?
- China
- Kenya
- India
- Sri Lanka
218In which country did the tea bag appear?
- England
- China
- The USA
- India
219Which country is best known for the afternoon tea tradition?
- Germany
- England
- France
- Italy
220The herbal tea called rooibos spread to the world from which country?
- India
- Australia
- Brazil
- South Africa
221Which flower is the red herbal tea also known as karkade made from?
- Rose
- Chamomile
- Hibiscus
- Lavender
222Tea drunk with salt and butter is the traditional drink of which region?
- Greenland
- The Andes
- Tibet
- Siberia
223Which substance gives tea its astringent taste?
- Glucose
- Tannin
- Caffeine
- Starch
224White tea is made from the tea plant's leaves at which stage?
- From young buds that have not opened yet
- From the old lower leaves
- From the plant's flowers
- From dried twigs
225How do most herbal teas differ from real tea?
- They are only brewed in cold water
- Their colour is always dark
- They come from the same plant's leaves
- They contain no caffeine
226The Darjeeling region, famous for its tea, is in which country?
- Nepal
- Sri Lanka
- India
- China
227The mint tea served in Morocco is made with which type of tea?
- White tea
- Oolong tea
- Green tea
- Black tea
228Which traditional metal vessel is used in Russia to heat water for tea?
- Mortar
- Cezve
- Samovar
- Saucepan
229The milky tea drink also known as bubble tea appeared in which country?
- Japan
- Thailand
- Korea
- Taiwan
230What is done to tea leaves right after they are picked?
- Grinding
- Roasting
- Withering
- Freezing
231After water, which drink is consumed the most in the world?
- Tea
- Milk
- Coffee
- Fizzy drinks
232What is the milky tea poured between two cups on Malaysian streets called?
- Matcha
- Teh tarik
- Kombucha
- Masala chai
233How does fruit nectar differ from one hundred per cent fruit juice?
- It is made only by boiling
- It contains no sugar at all
- Water and sugar have been added to it
- It is made only of fruit
234Which substance gives cola drinks their dark colour?
- Caramel
- Coffee
- Liquorice root
- Cocoa
235Besides caffeine, which substance is most often found in energy drinks?
- Calcium
- Collagen
- Starch
- Taurine
236How is sweetness achieved in fizzy drinks sold as sugar-free?
- By adding fruit juice
- By adding honey
- By mixing in milk
- With artificial sweeteners
237Why does a fizzy drink foam over when the cap is opened?
- The liquid suddenly heats up
- Air rushes into the bottle from outside
- The sugar melts all at once
- Pressure drops and the dissolved gas turns into bubbles
238In the tropics, the clear liquid drunk to quench thirst comes from inside which fruit?
- Mango
- Coconut
- Papaya
- Pineapple
239The fizzy drink popular in Brazil is made from which Amazonian fruit?
- Cashew
- Guaraná
- Papaya
- Açaí
240How does a smoothie differ from fruit juice?
- The fruit pulp stays in it too
- It is naturally carbonated
- It is made only from citrus fruits
- It must be prepared by boiling
241Why do fizzy drinks keep their bubbles longer when cold?
- Pressure rises by itself in the cold
- Sugar dissolves less in the cold
- The bottle shrinks in the cold
- Gas dissolves better in cold water
242How is fruit juice concentrate obtained?
- By pumping pressurised air into it
- By stirring it for a long time
- By evaporating most of its water
- By adding lots of sugar
243Why do ice cubes frozen in a home freezer look cloudy?
- Because the water is too cold
- Because they contain sugar
- Because of air bubbles trapped inside
- Because they reflect all the light
244Which two ingredients make the hot drink often taken for a cold?
- Salt and water
- Honey and lemon
- Vinegar and sugar
- Milk and salt
245Which citrus juice is the most commonly drunk at breakfast?
- Orange juice
- Lemon juice
- Mandarin juice
- Grapefruit juice
246Which type of drink was developed to replace minerals lost in sweat during long exercise?
- Herbal tea
- Energy drink
- Fruit nectar
- Sports drink
247What does homogenisation of milk prevent?
- The milk turning sour
- Foam forming
- Its colour changing
- The fat forming a separate layer on top
248What has been done to lactose-free milk?
- Its water has been evaporated off
- Sugar has been added to it
- Its milk sugar has been broken down by an enzyme
- All of its fat has been removed
249Which substance is absent from plant drinks made of almonds or oats?
- Fat
- Lactose
- Water
- Carbohydrate
250Lassi, made from yoghurt, is the drink of which country?
- India
- Mexico
- Greece
- Japan
251Which two ingredients make up a classic milkshake?
- Milk and coffee
- Milk and ice cream
- Water and sugar
- Fruit juice and ice
252Why does milk look white?
- Calcium itself is white
- Fat and protein particles scatter the light
- Its sugar reflects the light back
- It is full of air bubbles
253Which method is used to separate the fat from milk?
- Boiling it for a long time
- Freezing and thawing it
- Spinning it fast in a centrifuge
- Passing it through a sieve
254In which country did the plant drink made from soy first become common?
- Brazil
- China
- India
- Italy
255What is the thin skin that forms on heated milk made of?
- From calcium crystals
- From dust in the air
- From protein and fat that has set
- From a crust of sugar
256Why is it risky to drink raw milk without boiling it?
- It sets solid in the glass at once
- It tastes very bitter
- It loses all of its calcium
- It may carry disease-causing germs
257Mate is traditionally drunk from what?
- A hollowed-out gourd
- A copper pot
- A wooden mug
- A glass jug
258Which tool is used to froth the tea in a Japanese tea ceremony?
- A bamboo whisk
- A wooden spoon
- A metal fork
- A glass rod
259What is the cold Mexican drink made from rice, cinnamon and milk called?
- Frappé
- Kombucha
- Horchata
- Kefir
260In India, the traditional cup for street tea was made of what?
- From thin glass
- From copper
- From fired clay
- From bamboo
261Why does a drink get cold when ice is added?
- The ice makes the liquid denser
- The ice blows cold air into the drink
- Melting ice draws heat from around it
- The ice seals the surface and traps heat
262Why are the straws served with drinks now made of paper in many countries?
- To cut down plastic waste
- To make them cheaper
- To keep the drink cold longer
- To improve the taste of the drink
263Why is the inside of a paper hot-drink cup given a thin coating?
- To give the drink a shiny colour
- To make the cup heavier
- To stop the liquid soaking into the paper
- To keep the smell completely inside
264Why does blowing on a hot drink help?
- It speeds up evaporation, which takes heat away
- The air from your mouth is ice cold
- It lowers the density of the liquid
- It breaks the heat by scattering the foam
265What can stop iced coffee getting watery as the ice melts?
- Brew the coffee far longer
- Crush the ice finely before adding it
- Use frozen coffee cubes instead of ice
- Warm the glass beforehand
266Why does a metal spoon put in a hot drink heat up at once?
- Steam fills the inside of the spoon
- Metal does not let heat through at all
- The spoon heats itself by friction
- Metal conducts heat very well
267Why does tea lighten in colour when lemon is squeezed into it?
- The lemon juice dilutes the tea a lot
- The lemon peel reflects the light
- The acid in lemon changes the colour compounds
- The lemon lowers the tea's temperature
268What holds the foam up when milk is frothed?
- The sugar in the milk
- The proteins in the milk
- The water in the milk
- The calcium in the milk
269Which substance gives minty drinks their cooling feel?
- Citric acid
- Glucose
- Caffeine
- Menthol
270What is it called when the colour spreads through the water from a tea bag?
- Diffusion
- Filtering
- Evaporation
- Melting
271Why does water stay cool in a porous clay pot?
- The clay itself produces cold air
- Water seeping out evaporates and draws heat
- The water partly freezes inside the pot
- The pot reflects all the light
272Where does the slightly sour taste of carbonated water come from?
- From the acid formed by the dissolved gas
- From the sugar in it
- From the plastic of the bottle
- From added salt
273Which is true of a drink labelled fruit-flavoured?
- It contains very little fruit
- It is more nourishing than fruit juice
- It is made entirely of pressed fruit
- It is produced only with fresh fruit
274Why is ground coffee best brewed without waiting?
- Its colour turns black at once
- Its weight rises quickly
- Its aroma compounds escape quickly
- It goes mouldy within a short time
275What is the white cloud rising from a hot cup actually made of?
- Oxygen that has become visible
- Fine dust stirred into the air
- Tiny condensed droplets of water
- Tiny particles of burning gas
276In which country was the small custard tart pastel de nata created?
- Portugal
- France
- Spain
- Brazil
277Which country's treat is the stroopwafel, two thin waffles glued with caramel syrup?
- Belgium
- Germany
- Denmark
- Netherlands
278The crisp tube-shaped cannoli is the emblem of which Mediterranean island?
- Malta
- Sicily
- Crete
- Cyprus
279The lamington cake, dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut, belongs to which country?
- Canada
- New Zealand
- Australia
- South Africa
280Halo-halo, a shaved-ice dessert piled with colourful toppings, is which country's summer classic?
- Philippines
- Malaysia
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
281Bingsu, made from milky ice shaved as fine as snow, is which country's dessert?
- Thailand
- Japan
- Taiwan
- South Korea
282In which country are jam-filled fried buns called pączki eaten during carnival?
- Czechia
- Hungary
- Romania
- Poland
283Turrón, a nougat of almonds and honey, is a holiday-table classic in which country?
- Italy
- Spain
- Portugal
- Greece
284Brigadeiro balls, made with cocoa and condensed milk, are a birthday-party classic in which country?
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Colombia
285The airy sponge cake castella, of Portuguese origin, is associated with which Japanese city?
- Sapporo
- Nagasaki
- Kyoto
- Osaka
286Basbousa, a semolina cake soaked in syrup, is a common dessert of which region?
- Middle East
- Scandinavia
- Southeast Asia
- Central Europe
287The Christmas loaf stollen, packed with dried fruit and marzipan, belongs to which country?
- Switzerland
- Austria
- Germany
- Netherlands
288Malva pudding, served soaked in hot syrup, is the classic dessert of which country?
- South Africa
- Egypt
- Australia
- India
289The princess cake, covered with a green marzipan dome, is a classic of which country?
- Norway
- Sweden
- Denmark
- Finland
290Loukoumades, fried dough balls dipped in honey syrup, are the street sweet of which country?
- Italy
- Greece
- Spain
- Portugal
291Apple strudel, baked in thin rolled pastry, is most associated with which country's cuisine?
- Spain
- Ireland
- Portugal
- Austria
292Sweet sticky rice cooked in coconut milk is usually served with which fruit?
- Pineapple
- Papaya
- Banana
- Mango
293Which fruit is caramelised in the upside-down French tarte Tatin?
- Pear
- Peach
- Plum
- Apple
294Which fruit goes between the cream layers of Black Forest cake?
- Sour cherry
- Blackberry
- Raspberry
- Strawberry
295Which soft Italian cheese goes into the cream of tiramisu?
- Mascarpone
- Ricotta
- Mozzarella
- Gorgonzola
296Umm Ali, made by baking pastry pieces in milk, belongs to which country?
- Morocco
- Egypt
- Tunisia
- Lebanon
297What baking step makes Italian biscotti so crunchy?
- Being steamed
- Being dried in the sun
- Being deep-fried
- Being baked twice
298Which ingredient gives panna cotta its sliceable, jelly-like set?
- Flour
- Starch
- Baking powder
- Gelatin
299In desserts made without gelatin, which seaweed product is used instead?
- Corn starch
- Egg white
- Agar-agar
- Butter
300Which fat is used generously in Scottish shortbread?
- Coconut oil
- Corn oil
- Butter
- Olive oil
301Which grain is the base of the Anzac biscuit dough?
- Corn
- Rye
- Rice
- Oats
302What is usually spread between the two halves of the South American alfajor?
- Dulce de leche
- Honey
- Sour cherry jam
- Peanut butter
303Which component makes chocolate melt and flow at body temperature in the mouth?
- Milk powder
- Icing sugar
- Cocoa butter
- Lecithin
304What does the percentage on a dark chocolate wrapper indicate?
- The cocoa content
- The calorie count
- The sugar content
- The milk content
305What is the pale white film that appears on chocolate over time?
- A mould stain
- Condensed water
- Salt crystals
- Fat and sugar risen to the surface
306Which substance makes chocolate poisonous to dogs?
- Theobromine
- Gluten
- Lactose
- Caffeine
307What is the heat process called that gives chocolate a glossy surface and a clean snap?
- Roasting
- Pasteurisation
- Fermentation
- Tempering
308What is it called to melt chocolate in a bowl over simmering water instead of direct heat?
- Flambé
- Sous vide
- Bain-marie
- Marinating
309What keeps ice cream scoopable instead of rock hard?
- Adding flour to it
- Air whipped in during churning
- Freezing it at a very low temperature
- Letting it stand for a long time
310Why is salt thrown onto the ice when making ice cream at home?
- To give the ice cream a salty taste
- To lower the melting point of the ice
- To keep the container from rusting
- To make the ice last longer
311Kulfi, a dense milky ice frozen in moulds, is a classic of which country?
- Indonesia
- India
- Egypt
- Mexico
312What must the cream have to be whipped into a stiff topping?
- A high sugar content
- A high fat content
- Being slightly soured
- A low fat content
313Which ingredient is most often stirred into milk to thicken a milk pudding?
- Baking powder
- Yeast
- Starch
- Gelatin
314What tiny amount is usually added to chocolate recipes to deepen the flavour?
- Lemon juice
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Vinegar
315What sets icing sugar apart from ordinary granulated sugar?
- It has been heat-treated
- It is ground far more finely
- It is less sweet
- It comes from a different plant
316Which substance gives brown sugar its colour and aroma?
- Cinnamon
- Molasses
- Caramel colouring
- Cocoa
317Which plant is the world's biggest source of sweetener?
- Maple
- Corn
- Sugarcane
- Sugar beet
318Which liquid is collected from the tree to make maple syrup?
- Sap
- Fruit juice
- Resin
- Bark oil
319Manuka honey is identified with which country?
- Ireland
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Canada
320What is it called when honey hardens over time and turns grainy?
- Crystallisation
- Oxidation
- Fermentation
- Evaporation
321What geometric shape are the cells of a honeycomb?
- Hexagon
- Triangle
- Square
- Circle
322Stevia, used as a sugar-free sweetener, is obtained from what?
- From seaweed
- From corn starch
- From pine resin
- From the leaves of a plant
323Agave syrup comes from a desert plant of which country?
- Australia
- Chile
- Morocco
- Mexico
324The dark, caramel-scented sugar used in Southeast Asian sweets comes from which tree?
- Olive tree
- Cocoa tree
- Rubber tree
- Palm
325What is done to keep chocolate chips from sinking in cake batter?
- The batter is mixed longer
- The chips are tossed in flour
- Water is added to the batter
- The oven is turned up
326Why is a cake tin greased and dusted with flour?
- So the cake bakes faster
- So the cake tastes sweeter
- So the cake does not stick to the tin
- So the cake rises more
327What must not get into the bowl while egg whites are whipped to foam?
- Salt
- Flour
- Sugar
- Fat
328Why do recipes ask for butter at room temperature?
- So it can hold air when creamed with sugar
- So it has fewer calories
- So it melts faster in the oven
- So its flavour becomes milder
329What does chilling cookie dough before baking achieve?
- The cookies come out paler
- The cookies spread less
- The cookies bake faster
- The cookies taste sweeter
330How hot must the oil be so fried dough sweets do not soak it up?
- Salted
- Only a small amount
- Hot enough
- Cold
331Which natural substance makes fruit jam set like a gel?
- Pectin
- Casein
- Lecithin
- Gelatin
332What is scraped out of a vanilla pod and added to desserts?
- Its seeds
- Its root
- Its skin
- Its flower
333Which process do cocoa beans undergo after harvest to develop their chocolate aroma?
- Boiling
- Salting
- Freezing
- Fermentation
334What happens to a soufflé if it is served too late out of the oven?
- It collapses
- It burns
- It turns sour
- It turns rock hard
335Which gas makes cakes rise in the oven?
- Carbon dioxide
- Oxygen
- Nitrogen
- Helium
336In which century was chocolate first turned into an edible solid bar?
- The 17th century
- The 19th century
- The 20th century
- The 16th century
337What was the marshmallow sweet originally made from?
- From the peel of a fruit
- From the root of a plant
- From the resin of a tree
- From a seaweed
338Chin chin, crunchy dough cut into squares and fried, is a classic of which region?
- West Africa
- The Caribbean
- Eastern Europe
- Central Asia
339What do people commonly call the sudden forehead pain from eating something very cold too fast?
- Tooth sensitivity
- Migraine
- Sugar crash
- Brain freeze
340Where does the sauce coating a crème caramel come from when it is turned out of the mould?
- From the cream itself
- From the melted sugar poured into the bottom of the mould
- From fruit juice
- From chocolate added afterwards
341How many layers of puff pastry make up the French mille-feuille?
- Three
- Seven
- Two
- Five
342What is the practical reason ring-shaped doughnuts have a hole in the middle?
- To use less dough
- So the middle cooks evenly too
- To make them easier to carry
- To make decorating easier
343In the classic American campfire treat, what goes between the two biscuits?
- Banana and honey
- Jam and cream
- Marshmallow and chocolate
- Peanut butter and strawberry
344What basic feature sets a cupcake apart from an ordinary cake?
- It bakes in a single-serving paper case
- It contains no sugar
- It rises with yeast
- It is made without an oven
345Which frosting is traditionally spread over carrot cake?
- Chocolate frosting
- Fruit jelly
- Caramel sauce
- Cream cheese frosting
346Gianduja, the blend of hazelnut paste and chocolate, was born in which Italian city?
- Venice
- Palermo
- Turin
- Naples
347In which country was the chocolate chip cookie first baked?
- Germany
- England
- United States
- France
348How is cotton candy made?
- By spinning melted sugar into fine threads
- By mixing sugar with milk
- By extracting it from the cotton plant
- By freezing sugar
349The madeleine cake is shaped like the shell of which sea creature?
- Starfish
- Scallop
- Snail
- Crab
350In chocolate making, what is produced from the dry solids left after the fat is pressed out?
- Milk powder
- Starch
- Cocoa powder
- Icing sugar
351Which continent is the banana originally from?
- Australia
- South America
- Africa
- Asia
352In which country was the avocado first cultivated?
- Spain
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Indonesia
353How does the pineapple grow?
- Underground
- On the branch of a tall tree
- On a plant floating in water
- In the middle of a short plant near the ground
354Which substance gives the carrot its orange colour?
- Lycopene
- Beta-carotene
- Anthocyanin
- Chlorophyll
355Broccoli and cauliflower were both bred from which wild plant?
- Wild carrot
- Wild cabbage
- Wild radish
- Wild spinach
356The kiwifruit is named after the bird of which country?
- China
- New Zealand
- Chile
- Australia
357What is the main difference between green and black olives?
- The country they grow in
- The size of the pit
- The ripeness at which they are picked
- The age of the tree
358Which animal is traditionally used to find truffles underground?
- Horse
- Rabbit
- Cat
- Pig
359Which country ranks first in world banana production?
- Ecuador
- The Philippines
- Brazil
- India
360What makes a corn kernel burst when popcorn is made?
- The oil catching fire
- The husk drying out and cracking
- The water inside turns to steam and builds pressure
- The sugar melting
361Cucumber and watermelon belong to which plant family?
- The nightshade family
- The citrus family
- The gourd family
- The legume family
362The largest share of world tomato production belongs to which country?
- China
- Italy
- The United States
- India
363Which part of a chilli pepper is the hottest?
- The inside of the seed
- The stem
- The outer skin
- The white membrane holding the seeds
364Why should the green part of a light-exposed potato not be eaten?
- Because a toxic substance builds up there
- Because it loses its moisture
- Because it becomes too hard
- Because it turns sour
365A peppercorn is the dried form of which part of the plant?
- Its fruit
- Its root
- Its leaf
- Its bark
366The spice clove is which part of the plant?
- An unopened flower bud
- Its ripe seed
- The inner bark of the tree
- Its dried root
367In which country is most of the world's vanilla grown?
- Madagascar
- Mexico
- Brazil
- India
368Rosemary, thyme and sage are most associated with the cooking of which region?
- The Mediterranean
- The Caribbean
- East Asia
- Northern Europe
369The sharp yellow sauce spread on sausages and burgers is made from the seeds of which plant?
- Mustard
- Sesame
- Flax
- Poppy
370About 90 percent of the world's saffron is produced in which country?
- India
- Iran
- Spain
- Morocco
371The green paste served as wasabi in restaurants is mostly made from what?
- Green tea powder
- Crushed green pepper
- Horseradish
- Mint extract
372Which compound gives black pepper its sharp taste?
- Capsaicin
- Allicin
- Caffeine
- Piperine
373Which compound, formed when garlic is crushed, is responsible for its smell?
- Citric acid
- Piperine
- Curcumin
- Allicin
374Which substance gives turmeric its bright yellow colour?
- Curcumin
- Chlorophyll
- Safranal
- Capsaicin
375Which country is the world's biggest producer of black pepper?
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
- Brazil
- India
376Which cereal is produced in the largest amount worldwide?
- Rice
- Maize
- Barley
- Wheat
377Italian pasta is traditionally made from which kind of grain?
- Durum wheat
- Oats
- Barley
- Rye
378Quinoa is a traditional food of which region?
- The Andes
- Scandinavia
- The Himalayas
- The Sahara
379Basmati rice comes from which region?
- Southeast Asia
- South Asia
- Central America
- West Africa
380Which protein makes dough stretchy and lets bread rise?
- Casein
- Collagen
- Keratin
- Gluten
381What makes brown rice different from white rice?
- It is roasted to give it colour
- It comes from a different plant
- Its grain is longer
- Its bran layer has not been removed
382What is barley called after it has been sprouted and dried?
- Malt
- Semolina
- Bulgur
- Bran
383What is cornstarch most used for in the kitchen?
- Tenderising meat
- Thickening sauces
- Clarifying oil
- Souring dough
384Why are rice fields kept flooded during the growing season?
- To stop weeds from growing
- So that the seeds will rot
- To make harvesting easier
- To add salt to the soil
385How is extra virgin olive oil obtained?
- By grinding the stones
- By using chemical solvents
- By boiling the olives
- By mechanical pressing only, without heat
386How does coconut oil differ from other vegetable oils?
- It mixes easily with water
- It is solid at room temperature
- It hardens when heated
- It has no smell at all
387Butter is made by churning which dairy product?
- Kefir
- Whey
- Yoghurt
- Cream
388What is margarine mainly made from?
- Vegetable oil
- Egg yolk
- Fish oil
- Cow's milk
389By what process is ghee made?
- Butter is heated and the milk solids removed
- Milk is churned for a long time
- Cream is frozen and then melted
- Yoghurt is strained
390Which country produces the most palm oil in the world?
- Indonesia
- India
- Nigeria
- Brazil
391The traditional mozzarella of the Naples area is made from which animal's milk?
- Cow
- Sheep
- Goat
- Water buffalo
392In which country was cheddar cheese first made?
- England
- France
- Switzerland
- Canada
393What living thing creates the veins in blue-veined cheeses?
- Yeast
- A mould fungus
- Bacteria
- Algae
394Halloumi cheese is identified with which island?
- Crete
- Sicily
- Malta
- Cyprus
395Ricotta is made from which liquid left behind after milk curdles?
- Cream
- Buttermilk
- Whey
- Salt brine
396Where does the traditional rennet used in cheese-making come from?
- From seaweed
- From a calf's stomach
- From a beehive
- From grape seeds
397Why do hard cheeses like parmesan keep for so long?
- Because their sugar content is high
- Because they contain no fat at all
- Because they are baked in an oven
- Because their water content is very low
398Why does goat cheese look whiter than cow's cheese?
- Because its milk contains no carotene
- Because its milk is not boiled
- Because it is aged longer
- Because more salt is used
399Where does the pink colour of salmon flesh come from?
- From a natural pigment in the shellfish it eats
- From its eggs
- From living in salt water
- From the fat in its skin
400Caviar is the roe of which fish?
- Tuna
- Salmon
- Mackerel
- Sturgeon
401Shrimp, crab and lobster belong to which animal group?
- Crustaceans
- Insects
- Fish
- Molluscs
402What is the dark green sheet wrapped around sushi rice?
- Seaweed
- A cabbage leaf
- A banana leaf
- A spinach leaf
403What makes meat red rather than white?
- The cooking method
- Its fat content
- The age of the animal
- The amount of myoglobin in the muscle
404Which group of fatty acids is plentiful in fish and linked to heart health?
- Saturated fats
- Trans fats
- Omega-3
- Cholesterol
405Sardine, anchovy and mackerel belong to which group of fish?
- Cartilaginous fish
- Freshwater fish
- Oily fish
- Deep-sea fish
406How do the eyes of a fresh fish look?
- Completely closed
- Cloudy and sunken
- Bright and clear
- Turned yellow
407Which part of an egg is rich in fat?
- The yolk
- The inner membrane
- The shell
- The white
408Which hand tool is used to whip egg whites into foam?
- A whisk
- A slotted spoon
- A grater
- Tongs
409Which cylinder-shaped kitchen tool is used to roll dough out thin?
- A rolling pin
- A ladle
- A mortar and pestle
- A spatula
410What most reliably shows that meat is fully cooked?
- The time it spent in the pan
- The colour of its surface
- Its internal temperature
- The smell it gives off
411What process gives a cast iron pan its non-stick surface?
- Keeping it in the freezer
- Wiping it with vinegar
- Heating it with a thin coat of oil
- Boiling it in water for a long time
412Which kitchen tool with a fixed blade slices vegetables very thin and evenly?
- A colander
- A mortar and pestle
- A chopping board
- A mandoline
413Where should raw meat be placed in the fridge?
- On the top shelf
- In the vegetable drawer
- On the bottom shelf
- In the door compartment
414Mayonnaise is made from which two basic ingredients?
- Vinegar and salt
- Milk and flour
- Egg yolk and oil
- Cream and sugar
415What substance is gelatine made from?
- Seaweed
- Animal collagen
- Milk protein
- Plant starch
416What makes brown sugar different from white sugar?
- It has been aged for a long time
- It is less sweet
- It contains molasses
- It comes from a different plant
417Which substance is added to table salt for health reasons?
- Fluoride
- Iodine
- Iron
- Calcium
418What does it mean when honey crystallises and hardens over time?
- It is a natural change, not spoilage
- It means sugar was added to it
- It means it has gone bad
- It means water got into it
419How is coconut milk made?
- The hard shell is boiled
- The sap of the tree is collected
- The white flesh is grated and squeezed with water
- Its flowers are crushed
420Why is flour sifted?
- So that its colour turns whiter
- So that it absorbs less water
- So that it becomes sweeter
- So the lumps break up and air gets in
421What is the main reason vanilla pods are so expensive?
- It has to be watered with sea water
- It can only be harvested at night
- Its plant bears fruit only once in fifty years
- Its flowers are pollinated one by one by hand
422Where on the plant is the cashew nut found?
- Right in the middle of a flower
- At the outer tip of a fruit
- Inside a cone
- On the roots underground
423What is couscous actually?
- Ground maize
- Dried chickpeas
- A kind of rice
- Tiny pasta grains made from semolina
424In which conditions does bread go stale fastest?
- At room temperature
- In the freezer
- In the fridge
- Next to a hot oven
425Which grain is naturally free of gluten?
- Barley
- Wheat
- Rice
- Rye
426What does placing the fork and knife side by side on the plate usually mean?
- That the meal is finished
- That salt is being requested
- That the diner is only pausing
- That the food was not liked
427In a classic Western place setting with several forks, which one is used first?
- The one laid above the plate
- The one closest to the plate
- The outermost one
- The biggest one
428Where does a guest traditionally place the napkin after sitting down?
- On the back of the chair
- On the lap
- Under the plate
- Tucked into the collar
429Which hand is used when eating with the hands in India and the Middle East?
- The left hand
- The hands in turn
- Both hands together
- The right hand
430In what order do people start eating at a Korean table?
- The youngest person starts
- The oldest person starts
- Everyone starts at the same time
- The host starts last
431At a traditional Thai table, what is the fork used for?
- To cut meat
- To stir the rice
- To push food onto the spoon
- To bring food straight to the mouth
432How is slurping while eating noodles seen in Japan?
- It is seen as being in a hurry
- It is taken as a sign of enjoyment
- It is considered rude
- It shows the dish has gone cold
433What is the rotating tray on Chinese dining tables for?
- It collects the used plates
- It keeps the dishes hot
- It is only decoration
- It brings shared dishes within everyone's reach
434When clinking glasses in many European countries, what are people careful about?
- Holding the glass in the left hand
- Tapping the glass on the table
- Looking the other person in the eye
- Standing up while doing it
435How is soup usually drunk at a traditional Japanese table?
- The bowl is lifted and drunk from
- It is drunk through a straw
- The bowl stays on the table and a spoon is used
- It is eaten with a fork
436Why are chopsticks reversed when taking food from a shared dish in China?
- So the food cools down faster
- So the chopsticks do not break
- So the end touched by the mouth stays out of it
- So that more food can be picked up
437In some restaurants, what is the small bowl of warm lemon water for?
- For warming the hands
- For rinsing the fingers
- For drinking
- For squeezing lemon over the dish
438Why is resting the elbows on the dining table frowned upon in many countries?
- It tips the plates over
- It makes digestion harder
- It scratches the table
- It is seen as a careless posture
439What are guests traditionally welcomed with in Russia and Eastern Europe?
- With honey and milk
- With an olive branch
- With bread and salt
- With a basket of fruit
440At an Ethiopian table, what does feeding a bite to someone by hand express?
- Affection and friendship
- That the guest is being seen off
- An apology
- That the meal has ended
441In South India, what is food traditionally served on?
- On a stone plate
- On a bamboo tray
- On a banana leaf
- On a wooden board
442Why do Japanese restaurants display lifelike replicas of their dishes in the window?
- To make the food look fresher
- So customers can choose by sight
- To keep the prices hidden
- Purely as decoration
443How is leaving a tip at a restaurant received in Japan?
- It is compulsory
- It is not seen as necessary
- It is expected only from the host
- A fifth of the bill is expected
444Which broadcast genre, spread from South Korea, is built on watching someone eat on camera?
- Podcast
- Vlog
- Mukbang
- Karaoke
445What is the late meal that merges breakfast and lunch called?
- Brunch
- Buffet service
- Aperitif
- Mezze
446Which famous British meal is served with sandwiches and small cakes?
- A morning buffet
- A midnight supper
- A late breakfast
- Afternoon tea
447In Spanish, what is the long chat that keeps everyone at the table after eating called?
- Fiesta
- Siesta
- Sobremesa
- Tapas
448How does the dinner hour in Mediterranean countries compare with Northern Europe?
- Noticeably later
- Noticeably earlier
- Exactly the same
- It never shifts with the season
449Which is the heartiest meal of the day in Mexico?
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- A late-night snack
- Dinner
450What duty do pupils take on at lunchtime in Japanese schools?
- They wait on the teachers
- They bring the food from home
- They cook the meal themselves
- They serve the food in class themselves
451What is traditionally eaten at the first meal of the day in Italy?
- Something sweet and baked
- Soup
- Eggs and sausage
- Rice
452Which food is kept off the table during the Jewish Passover?
- Fish
- Leavened bread
- Egg
- Salt
453Which food is dyed and decorated at Easter in many countries?
- Bread
- Apple
- Egg
- Cheese
454Why is food placed on the altars for the Day of the Dead in Mexico?
- To celebrate the harvest
- To prepare for winter
- To host the souls of departed relatives
- To invite the neighbours over
455What is traditionally expected to be done with the meat at the Feast of Sacrifice?
- It is given only to children
- All of it is stored for a year
- It is sold and the money saved
- A share is given to those in need
456What is the leaf-wrapped rice parcel eaten at the Dragon Boat Festival in China called?
- Mochi
- Bao
- Zongzi
- Dim sum
457What is traditionally on the Christmas Eve table in Italy and many Catholic countries?
- Red meat
- Fish and seafood
- Bean soup
- Only sweets
458Which dish is traditionally eaten on a birthday in Korea?
- Seaweed soup
- Cold noodles
- Sweet potato
- Fried chicken
459Thanksgiving is an official holiday in which two countries?
- Britain and Australia
- The United States and Mexico
- The United States and Canada
- Canada and Ireland
460What is most often shared with neighbours at India's festival of lights, Diwali?
- Spicy soups
- Pickles
- Sweets
- Fried fish
461At what point in a French meal is the cheese board served?
- After dessert
- At breakfast
- After the main course, before dessert
- Before the soup
462Who is in charge only of desserts and baked goods in a restaurant kitchen?
- Head waiter
- Grill cook
- Sauce cook
- Pastry chef
463Which style of dining has dishes set along a long counter so guests fill their own plates?
- Takeaway
- Buffet service
- Table service
- Set menu
464Which Frenchman set up the system that splits a restaurant kitchen into stations with set roles?
- Julia Child
- Auguste Escoffier
- Paul Bocuse
- Ferran Adria
465What is the highest number of stars a restaurant can earn in the Michelin guide?
- 1
- 3
- 5
- 10
466Why are the 'mother sauces' of French cooking called that?
- Only the head cook may make them
- They are made only on holidays
- All the others are derived from them
- They use the costliest ingredients
467What do we call the worker who takes the order and brings the food to the table?
- Waiter
- Dishwasher
- Cashier
- Cook
468In which city did the word 'restaurant' first spread with its modern meaning?
- Paris
- Vienna
- Rome
- London
469The movement born in 1980s Italy defending local, unhurried food began as a reaction to what?
- The spread of fast-food chains
- Rising food prices
- Canned food
- Mechanisation in farming
470What is the trend that blends techniques and ingredients from different countries on one plate?
- Molecular cooking
- Fusion cooking
- Home cooking
- Street food cooking
471What are the small snack portions served alongside drinks in Spain called?
- Mezze
- Antipasti
- Dim sum
- Tapas
472What are the small shared plates that come before the main course in Eastern Mediterranean meals?
- Garnish
- Tapas
- Dim sum
- Mezze
473Which natural substance gives the umami taste most clearly?
- Caffeine
- Starch
- Fructose
- Glutamate
474What is it called to let meat rest in a seasoned liquid before cooking?
- Marinating
- Boiling
- Roasting
- Smoking
475What is cooking quickly over high heat in a little fat, tossing constantly, called?
- Steaming
- Baking
- Boiling
- Sautéing
476What is it called when sugar browns and changes flavour as it is heated?
- Pasteurisation
- Fermentation
- Crystallisation
- Caramelisation
477What is it called when oil and water, which do not mix, come together as a thick sauce?
- Sedimentation
- Evaporation
- Leavening
- Emulsion
478What is it called to dip vegetables briefly in boiling water and then straight into iced water?
- Pickling
- Blanching
- Smoking
- Drying
479What does it mean for a dish to receive a geographical indication?
- It is certified as healthy
- Its tie to one region is officially registered
- It is declared world famous
- Its recipe is kept secret
480What is the main purpose of letting dough rest for a while?
- So it relaxes and rolls out easily
- So it turns a darker colour
- So the salt dissolves
- So it bakes faster
481Why does the measure 'one cup' in recipes cause confusion?
- It breaks easily
- It cannot take heat
- Measuring with it is very slow
- It does not hold the same volume everywhere
482Which national cuisine was added to the UNESCO cultural heritage list in 2010?
- Thai cuisine
- Japanese cuisine
- Mexican cuisine
- Korean cuisine
483The oldest known written recipes come from the clay tablets of which civilisation?
- Ancient Egypt
- Ancient Rome
- Mesopotamia
- Ancient China
484What was the first great aim behind developing canning?
- Feeding armies over long campaigns
- Making spices cheaper
- Making fruit sweeter
- Cooking meals faster
485What did cooking food over fire make easiest in human nutrition?
- The sowing of grain
- The taming of animals
- The ripening of fruit
- The digestion of food
486Why does a bread knife have a serrated edge?
- It simply looks fancier
- It makes the knife lighter
- It cuts a hard crust without crushing it
- It stops the knife slipping in the hand
487Why are separate cutting boards used for raw meat and vegetables?
- So germs do not pass from one to the other
- To keep the kitchen looking tidy
- So the knives stay sharp
- So the boards last longer
488Why is raw meat kept on the bottom shelf of the fridge?
- Because the door is opened often
- Because it must be kept away from light
- So it is easier to reach
- So its juices do not drip onto other food
489If hot cooking oil catches fire, what must never be done?
- Smothering it with a fire blanket
- Covering the pan with a lid
- Turning off the burner
- Pouring water on it
490Why is a cast-iron pan stored with a thin film of oil on it?
- To make it look shiny
- To make it heat up faster
- To make it lighter
- To keep it from rusting
491Why is it risky to leave cooked food at room temperature for hours?
- Bacteria multiply quickly
- It gets heavier
- Its colour fades
- Its salt content drops
492Which word is used for food that follows Jewish dietary rules?
- Kosher
- Vegan
- Organic
- Halal
493In Hindu belief, the meat of which animal is traditionally avoided?
- Cattle
- Goat
- Chicken
- Fish
494What is the diet that uses no animal products at all called?
- Vegetarianism
- Fasting
- Dieting
- Veganism
495In which country are traditional chopsticks made of metal?
- Vietnam
- Korea
- Japan
- China
496What is the South African tradition of gathering around an outdoor grill called?
- Asado
- Braai
- Fondue
- Picnic
497When eating by hand from one big shared tray in North Africa, where does each person take from?
- From in front of a neighbour
- From the part right in front of them
- From the very middle of the tray
- From anywhere, taking turns
498What form does the classic lunch take in Denmark and Norway?
- A plate of grilled fish
- A spiced rice dish
- An open sandwich
- A hot soup
499What do we call the person who reviews restaurants and dishes in writing?
- Head chef
- Food critic
- Menu designer
- Food engineer
500Which diet avoids the meat of land animals but keeps fish and seafood?
- Pescetarianism
- Raw foodism
- Gluten-free eating
- Veganism