FOOD
WINE
BEVERAGE
CULTURE
MISC
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This mildly spicy, fruity red pepper flakes hail from a city in Syria and are popular in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking for their smoky, slightly tangy heat.

What is Aleppo?

100

Native to Campania, this white grape variety produces aromatic wines with notes of honey, nuts, and citrus, and is celebrated in Avellino.

What is Fiano?

100

This refreshing Cuban cocktail combines rum, lime juice, and simple syrup, often served shaken and strained into a chilled glass.

What is a Daiquiri?

100

This Italian cooking method involves slow-cooking meat in a sealed pot with herbs and wine until tender, often resulting in rich, deep flavors.

What is braising?

100

This simple yet indulgent Italian treat consists of a scoop of vanilla gelato or ice cream “drowned” in a shot of hot espresso.

What is an Affogato?

200

This creamy, washed-rind cheese from Lombardy has a strong aroma but a surprisingly mild, tangy flavor.

What is Taleggio?

200

This active volcano in Sicily provides mineral-rich volcanic soils that produce distinctive red and white wines known for their bright acidity and smoky notes.

What is Mount Etna?

200

This vivid green French herbal liqueur is made by Carthusian monks using a secret blend of 130 herbs and plants.

What is Green Chartreuse?

200

This Charleston-based coffee roaster, founded in 1994 by Navy veteran Kurt Weinberger, began in a garage and has since grown into a respected name in the South Carolina coffee scene, offering small-batch, ethically sourced blends and single-origin coffees.

What is King Bean coffee?

200

This starchy, medium-grain rice from Northern Italy is prized for its ability to absorb liquids while maintaining a firm texture, making it the preferred choice for classic risotto dishes.

What is Carnaroli?

300

They are pioneers of American Wagyu beef, raising cattle that are a cross between purebred Japanese Wagyu bulls and traditional American Angus cows.

What is Snake River Farms?

300

This Spanish designation refers to high-quality sparkling wines made in the Penedès region, crafted using traditional methods but independent from the Cava DO.

What is Corpinnat?

300

This cocktail is a smooth blend of rye or bourbon, sweet and dry vermouth in equal parts, garnished with a cherry, balancing sweetness and dryness perfectly.

What is a Perfect Manhattan?

300

Traditionally served with small plates like olives and taralli, this Italian ritual invites friends to gather for light drinks and conversation before dinner.

What is Aperitivo?

300

This renowned German brand, established in 1872, is celebrated for its high-quality, lead-free crystal glassware, including wine glasses, decanters, and barware.

What is Schott Zweisel?

400

This spicy and tangy chili dip from Laos is often made with fermented fish and is a staple accompaniment to sticky rice.

What is Jeow Som?

400

This renowned vineyard located in Santa Maria Valley is celebrated for producing exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes with a cool coastal influence.

What is Bien Nacido?

400

This intensely bitter Italian herbal spirit, often enjoyed as a digestif, is known for its complex flavor made from a secret blend of herbs and spices.

What is Fernet?

400

Raised in Denville, New Jersey, this chef's Italian family and festive Sunday dinners inspired his passion for bold flavors and traditional cuisine.

Who is chef Vinson Petrillo?

400

This colorful, hand-painted pottery style originates from a town on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, famous for its vibrant glazes and intricate Mediterranean designs.

What is Vietri?

500

These small, dark purple olives hail from Liguria, Italy, known for their delicate, fruity flavor and often used in pesto and Italian dishes.

What are Taggiasca Olives?

500

This large wine bottle holds the equivalent of 4 standard bottles, typically used for Champagne and Burgundy, and is named after a biblical king.

What is a Jeroboam?

500

This tropical plant’s leaves are widely used in Southeast Asian cooking to impart a sweet, floral, and slightly nutty aroma to desserts and rice dishes.

What is Pandan?


500

This southern Italian region is famous for its citrus fruits, robust olive oils, and rich seafood dishes like ‘pesce all’acqua pazza.’

What is Campania?

500

This New York City-based architecture and interior design firm specializes in creating customized designs for boutique and luxury hotels, restaurants, food halls, retail spaces, and residential projects

What is Glen & Co. Architecture?

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