Food & Drink
Presented to honor chefs, restauranteurs, authors, and journalists, these awards celebrate the who's who of food and beverage in the United States.
What are the James Beard awards?
This December holiday, observed in many cultures, celebrates the victory of light over darkness and is often marked by the lighting of candles for eight days.
What is Hanukkah?
Telling the story of a doomed luxury liner, this 1997 blockbuster directed by James Cameron became the highest-grossing film of all time until 2009.
What is Titanic?
While the cheesesteak is iconic, this other classic sandwich is just as beloved in Philadelphia.
What is a roast pork sandwich?
The aurora borealis, a natural light display often seen in winter, is also known by this directional name.
What are the Northern Lights?
This ancient spice, often used in Indian cuisine, comes from the dried stigma of a flower and is one of the most expensive spices in the world.
What is saffron?
With over 500 recorded versions in multiple languages, this song is the second most recorded Christmas song, with Bing Crosby's 1942 version considered by some to be the most popular Christmas song ever.
What is White Christmas?
This 1977 film directed by George Lucas introduced audiences to a galaxy "far, far away," starting a space opera franchise that would become a cultural phenomenon.
What is Star Wars? (Episode IV - A New Hope)
This restauranteur with a special connection to Constellation Culinary Group has award-winning restaurants in Philadelphia, New York, Washington D.C., and Florida.
Who is Stephen Starr?
This Olympic sport involves teams sliding granite stones across a sheet of ice towards a target.
What is curling?
Widely considered the world's first cocktail, this quaff contains a blend of whisky, absinthe, bitters, and sugar.
What is a Sazerac?
This holiday was created in 1966 by a professor looking to celebrate African heritage and unite communities during the winter holiday season.
What is Kwanzaa?
The first feature-length film made entirely with computer animation, this 1995 Disney/Pixar film tells the story of a cowboy doll and his rivalry with a new astronaut doll.
What is Toy Story?
Featured on the most recent season of Netflix's Chef's Table, this Thai restaurant moved from its humble roots in the Italian Market to a lofty new space in Fishtown in 2022.
What is Kalaya?
This 2013 Disney animated film, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's story, features two sisters, Elsa and Anna, and includes the hit song "Let It Go."
What is Frozen?
This ancient grain, often used in Middle Eastern cuisine, is the key ingredient in tabbouleh.
What is bulgur wheat?
Known as "the Festival of Lights," this Hindu holiday, typically observed in October or November, is celebrated with fireworks, sweets, and the lighting of oil lamps.
What is Diwali?
This 2003 film by Peter Jackson, based on the novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, is the final chapter of a fantasy trilogy about a young hobbit's journey to destroy a powerful ring.
What is The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King?
Its beer taps have been flowing since 1860 — making it the oldest continuously operating tavern in Philadelphia.
What is McGillin's Old Ale House?
These picturesque, often wooden houses with sloping roofs, commonly found in the Swiss Alps, are known for providing cozy accommodations in mountain resorts.
What are chalets?
In Japanese, this dining term is used to mean "I leave it up to you, chef" and refers to a tasting-style meal.
What is omakase?
This city holds the Guinness World Record for the world's biggest New Year's fireworks display, with no expense spared for the event.
What is Dubai?
This duo must have great chemistry - they starred opposite one another in three iconic romantic comedies from the 1990s.
Who are Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks?
This longtime food critic for the Philadelphia Inquirer is known for his thorough reviews and has won multiple awards, including the prestigious James Beard Award for restaurant criticism.
Who is Craig Laban?
Receiving an average of 58 feet of snow annually, the snowiest place on earth is located in this Asian country.
What is Japan?