Foodie Factoids
Brie and Roquefort cheese come from which country?
What is France?
From the 1960s through the early 1990s, he said “Heeeeere’s Johnny!” every weeknight.
Who is Ed McMahon?
On January 27, 1961, the Time magazine cover featured this man’s inauguration
Who is Kennedy (JFK)?
“Red sky at night, sailor’s delight” means this kind of weather in the morning.
What is good or fair?
This fast-food restaurant chain named for the “King of the Cowboys” opened its doors in 1968
What is Roy Rogers?
Orange juice and champagne comprise this adult beverage.
What is a mimosa?
The phrase “Danger, Will Robinson!” was famously uttered by a robot on this 1960s show.
What is Lost in Space?
The March 2, 1962, cover was out of this world with this man, the first American to orbit Earth.
Who is John Glenn?
When you feel these parts of the body ache for no apparent reason, expect rain.
What are joints?
This is the alliterative name for the wide-legged jeans style popular in the 1970s
What are bell-bottoms?
The barefoot Contessa is the nickname of this celebrity chef.
Who is Ina Garten?
“Live long and prosper” comes from Mr. Spock and this show.
What is Star Trek?
The March 14, 1960, cover featured this iconic Swedish director, known for The Seventh Seal
Who is Ingmar Bergman?
Some say a large crop of these on the ground foretells a harsh winter.
What are acorns or walnuts?
This alliterative cereal popular in the 1960s is a chocolate version of Rice Krispies
What are Cocoa Krispies?
With the slogan “Service at the speed of sound,” this drive-in, fast-food restaurant has skating servers.
What is Sonic?
This family was known for their distinctive bedtime routine that began with “Good night, John-Boy.”
Who are the Waltons?
This author of Catcher in the Rye was the cover feature on September 15, 1961.
Who is J. D. Salinger? The reclusive writer was also known for his short stories, often published in The New Yorker
This fluffy cloud resembling cotton candy is accompanied by bright, blue skies
What is cumulus?
This actress is known for roles in Calamity Jane, Pillow Talk, and The Man Who Knew Too Much.
Who is Doris Day?
The Italian al dente translates to this in English.
What is “to the tooth”?
Elaine introduced us to the phrase “yada, yada” on this show in “The Yada Yada” episode.
What is Seinfeld?
The June 5, 1964, edition featured the World’s Fair, held that year in this U.S. city.
What is New York City?
When you don’t hear a sound from these insects, the temperature has fallen below 55°F/13°C.
What are crickets?
Founded in 1966, this tech store has an alliterative two-word name today
What is Best Buy?