Trivia
Which popular beverage used to have cocaine in it?
Coca-Cola
What is the primary source of energy for the human brain?
Glucose (Sugar)
What is the country of origin for french fries?
Belgium
This fruit has spiky skin, yellow flesh and a crown of leaves on top, what is it?
A pineapple
A caffeinated beverage brewed from roasted beans and is popular in the morning, what is it?
Coffee
What is the most consumed alcoholic beverage in the world?
Beer
Which food is richest in omega-3 fatty acids?
Fatty fish (Cod, Salmon)
What is the country of origin of the Chili Pepper?
Mexico (Spread later by explorers)
A yellow condiment made from ground seeds, what is it?
Mustard
Yoghurt
Which country is the birthplace of tea cultivation?
China
Which electrolyte is crucial for muscle contraction?
Sodium
What is the origin of the bagel?
Poland, amongst Jewish communities
This golden spice is commonly used in curries and has an almost earthy taste, what is it?
Turmeric
A spiky fruit, with an infamous odour, what is it?
A durian
Which country is the largest producer of cocoa beans?
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Which vitamin enhances your vision?
Vitamin A
What is the country of origin for ketchup?
China (Fun fact, it was fermented fish and tomato sauce)
Made by fermenting cabbage with lactic acid bacteria, what is it?
Kimchi
This is made by coagulating a specific alternative milk, then pressing the curds into solid blocks, what is it?
Tofu
What is the largest tree-borne fruit?
Jackfruit (they can weigh up to 80 pounds each)
Which vitamin enhances the absorption of the mineral "iron?"
Vitamin C
What is the origin of Tomato?
Mexico (Introduced to Europe after the Columbian exchange)
A fermented and dried meat product, often spiced, originating from south Africa, what is it?
Biltong
This root vegetable has a sharp spicy flavour when raw, and is often used to make a condiment for Japanese cuisine, what is it?
Horseradish