Fruit
By what name do we know dried plums?
Prunes
Which vegetable could be Shitake, Chestnut or Oyster?
Mushrooms
What name is given to the crescent shaped pastry often served at breakfast in France?
Croissant
During which part of an Italian meal would you be served "Antipasti"?
Starter or Appetizer.
Which herb combined with onion is commonly used as a stuffing for poultry and meat?
Sage
What type of bananas are generally used in cooking?
Plantains
If a dish is described as being "a la Florentine" what vegetable would it contain?
Spinach
What are the traditional ingredients used in the filling of a Quiche Lorraine?
Eggs, bacon and Cheese.
A classic Pizza Margherita must contain which three ingredients?
Tomatoes, mozzarella and basil.
Which FOUR herbs did Simon & Garfunkel sing about in the 1960s?
Which fruit shares its name with the National bird of New Zealand?
Kiwi
Carrots are said to be a good source of which vitamin?
Vitamin A [Actually contains beta-carotene which is converted to Vitamin A].
Which three vegetables are usually part of a Mirepoix?
Carrots, Celery and Onion.
What do the Italians call their strong dark coffee served in small cups?
Espresso
With over 150 varieties, which common herb is said to provide relief from an upset stomach?
Mint
What fruit features in the song sung by cartoon dog Huckleberry Hound?
(Oh my Darling) Clementine.
Known as "Lady's fingers" which vegetable is a principal ingredient in Gumbo?
Okra
What is the French term for a clear soup broth?
Consomme
Arborio rice is used in the preparation of which Italian dish?
Risotto
Which herb added to soups and stews is usually removed prior to serving?
Bay Leaf
Which fruit is often referred to as the "Alligator Pear"?
Avocado
What vegetable is used in the production of the Greek dish, moussaka?
Aubergine (Eggplant)
What would you be eating if you were served "Escargots" in a French restaurant?
Snails
Which dessert is also known as 'Tuscan Trifle'?
Tiramisu
Which spice, obtained from the flower of the crocus, is one of the most expensive?
Saffron