The Bride
Orthodox Wedding Traditions
Cooking/Food
High Tea
Νύφη points
100

What is Maria’s date of birth?

25 June 2000

100

Why do we always put 3 or 5 sugar coated almonds?


Because it is an odd number and cant be separated in half (representing how the couple can't be separated)

100

How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?

3

100

What is the traditional time of day for a high tea?

Late afternoon

100

What is the best material to clean windows with?

Newspaper

Unlike paper towels, the dense fibers in newspapers are designed to absorb liquids without leaving streaks or lint behind.

200

What subject did Maria do best in in the HSC?

Latin

200

Why does the priest separate the couples’ hands with the Gospel at the end of the service?

To remind them that only God can come between the couple

200

Which spice is derived from the Crocus flower and is one of the most expensive spices in the world?

Saffron

200

What is the main flavour in Earl Grey tea?

Bergamont

200

How do you straighten out curled up edges of a carpet?

Place ice cubes on the corners and let them melt.

The ice cubes help soften the rug and the reform the fibers so they lay flat

300

What is Maria's favourite tea?

Melbourne breakfast from T2

300

What is the symbolism of the cup of wine in the wedding service?

The "common cup" symbolises the couples' shared participation in life's joys and sorrows. 

It is also a reminder of Christ's first miracle at the wedding of Cana.

300

What's the most stolen food from grocery stores in the world?

Cheese

300

What did Queen Elizabeth II call her jam sandwiches traditionally cut into circles?

Pennies

300

When boiling eggs, what can you add to the water to prevent cracks?

Salt

Salt solidifies the egg whites on contact, sealing up any cracks that may appear.