Tools / Equipment
This specialised tool, often made of wood or silicone, is used to fold delicate ingredients like whipped cream or egg whites into a batter.
Spatula.
How long should you wash your hands for before preparing food?
At least 20 seconds.
Which country is the largest producer of coffee in the world?
Brazil.
This Korean dish consists of fermented vegetables, often spicy and made with cabbage.
Kimchi.
What food is traditionally eaten at the Chinese New Year to symbolize good luck and prosperity?
Dumplings.
This tool is used to incorporate air into flour and other dry ingredients.
Sieve.
What does the "use by" date on food packaging indicate?
The date by which the food should be consumed for safety reasons. Food should be discarded of after this date.
What vegetable is known for having varieties such as russet, red, and yellow?
Potato.
Which country is famous for its dish "paella," a rice dish typically made with seafood or meat?
Spain.
Which vegetable was once used as a form of currency in Ancient Egypt?
Onions.
This flat utensil is used to frost cakes or spread icing evenly.
palette knife or offset spatula
What is the minimum temperature at which hot food should be kept to prevent bacterial growth/
60°C.
What spice is derived from the stigma of a flower and is one of the most expensive spices in the world?
Saffron.
Which Indian dish is made with spiced rice and typically served with curry?
Biryani.
True or False: The world’s largest ice cream cone was 10 feet tall.
True.
This utensil, shaped like a bowl with holes, is used to wash or drain foods like pasta or vegetables.
Colander.
What is the safest way to thaw frozen food to avoid the growth of harmful bacteria?
refrigerator.
Which country is credited with inventing the sandwich?
England.
This French dessert, made of caramelised sugar and custard, is served in a ramekin.
crème brûlée.
What is the name of the dish made of live baby octopus, often served as a Korean delicacy?
Sannakji.
This type of grater, specifically designed for zesting and fine grating, is named after its resemblance to a woodworking tool.
Microplane.
What is the maximum amount of time perishable food should be left out at room temperature before it becomes unsafe to eat?
2 hours.
Which vegetable is also known as "courgette" in the UK?
Zucchini.
Goulash is a traditional stew from this European country.
Hungary.
In which country can you find a delicacy called "fried tarantulas," where the spiders are deep-fried and served as a snack?
Cambodia.