Food from Movies
In the movie Ratatouille, the main dish that Remy prepares for the food critic is named after a French dish made of thinly sliced vegetables arranged in a spiral. What is it called?
Ratatouille
What is the name of the thin, round Middle Eastern bread often used to wrap falafel or shawarma?
Pita Bread
What rich, eggy French dessert, similar to custard but often served in a shallow dish with a burnt sugar crust, literally means “burnt cream”?
Crème Brûlée
Where did the tradition of afternoon tea begin?
England (Sem)
What is the main ingredient used to make hummus?
Chickpeas
In Forrest Gump, what is the name of the shrimp company that Forrest starts after the shrimping business becomes a success?
Bubba Gump Shrimp Company
What Indian flatbread is often served with curry and can be stuffed with cheese or garlic?
Naan
What British dessert includes layers of sponge cake, custard, fruit jelly, and whipped cream, often served in a glass bowl?
Trifle
"Bangers and Mash" is a classic dish from which country, consisting of sausages served with mashed potatoes?
United Kingdom
Which is the only food that can never go off or go bad?
Honey
In Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, the food storm starts with what food falling from the sky?
Cheesburgers
Which country is the origin of the dish "kimchi"
South Korea
What dessert is a creamy, baked custard with a caramel sauce on top, popular in many Latin American and European countries?
Flan
Where did the hamburger originate?
Germany
What yellow spice, often used in curries, is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties?
Turmeric
In E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, what snack does Elliot use to try and communicate with E.T. when they first meet? (Hint: It's a candy)
Reese’s Pieces
What is the name of the Italian rice dish that is slowly cooked in broth until creamy and often flavored with saffron, mushrooms, or seafood?
Risotto
What popular dessert was named after a Russian ballerina and consists of layers of meringue and cream?
Pavlova
Where did the caesar salad originate?
Mexico
What type of pasta's name means “little tongues” in Italian?
Linguine
In "The B.F.G" what green drink does the BFG enjoy where the bubbles go down instead of up?
Frobscottle
What Italian dish consists of pasta, cream, butter, and cheese, often served with pancetta?
Carbonara
“Kardinalschnitten,” a meringue-and-sponge Austrian dessert layered with whipped cream and often coffee, was named in honor of what group?
The Catholic Cardinals
The "croissant" pastry, while commonly associated with France, actually originated in which country?
Austria
If you ordered an Omelet Arnold Bennett, what fish would you find in it?
Smoked haddock