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Produce-Fruits & Vegetables

100

This vegetable is commonly used to make fries and chips.

What is Potato

The potato is a starchy tuberous vegetable native to the Americas that is consumed as a staple food in many parts of the world

200

Which of the following is not a citrus fruit?

a) Orange

b) Pineapple

c) Lime

d) Lemon

What is Pineapple

300

Biologically a fruit, this nightshade is known as an aubergine in the UK and a brinjal in South Asia.

Cucumber

Eggplant

 What is an eggplant

Eggplant is botanically a fruit, specifically a berry, because it develops from a flower and contains seeds, though it's used culinarily as a vegetable. A member of the nightshade family, it comes in various colors, shapes, and sizes, with the classic dark purple variety being most common, and is known for its spongy texture and ability to absorb flavors when cooked.

400

When you cut this vegetable, it can make you cry. 

What is Onion

Onions make you cry because of a built-in chemical defense mechanism. When you cut an onion, you rupture its cell walls. This releases enzymes that mix with sulfur-containing compounds to form a volatile gas. When this gas hits the moisture in your eyes, it creates a mild acid, causing your tear ducts to flush it out

500

Solve this riddle:

This is a type of small fruit
Which is smaller than your hand
Fuzzy outside, green inside
Often comes from New Zealand 

What fruit am I?

What is Kiwi

• What is it: A sweet and tangy fruit with vibrant green or yellow flesh, tiny black edible seeds, and a thin, fibrous, fuzzy brown skin.
• Nutritional benefits: It is an antioxidant powerhouse, containing high amounts of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, dietary fiber, and potassium.
• How to eat: You can slice it in half and scoop out the flesh, peel it like an apple, or even eat the skin for extra fiber.
• Origins: It originated in eastern China (originally called the "Chinese gooseberry") but was popularized and commercialized in New Zealand before taking the world by storm. 

International Food

100

This country is famous for their pastas and pizzas.

What is Italy

Italy, a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has left a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine. Its capital, Rome, is home to the Vatican as well as landmark art and ancient ruins.

200

This type of tea leaf is commonly found in many Japanese desserts. It is known for its bright green color.

Matcha

Herbal Tea

What is Green Tea Leaf/Matcha

Matcha is a finely ground powder of specially processed and shade-grown green tea leaves. Because the whole leaf is consumed rather than steeped, it delivers a concentrated dose of antioxidants and a sustained, jitter-free caffeine boost

300

This popular side dish is often served in Asian restaurants. It is often served with curry. It is also often used to make sushi.

What is Rice.

400

This Arabic-named desert fruit is traditionally consumed to break the daytime fast during the holy month of Ramadan.

Raisens

Dates

 What are dates?

Dates are highly nutritious, providing an excellent source of dietary fiber, natural energy, and essential electrolytes like potassium and magnesium. Eating a few daily can promote digestive health, protect your cells from disease, and serve as a healthy alternative to refined sugar

500

This mild, creamy Italian cheese is traditionally made by repurposing the leftover whey component from milk production.

Mozzerella 

Ricotta

Ricotta

Ricotta is a fresh Italian whey cheese with a mild, slightly sweet flavor and soft, grainy texture, traditionally made from the leftover whey from other cheeses, though it can also be made from whole milk. It's a versatile dairy product used in both sweet and savory dishes, known for being a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin B12, and is a staple in Italian cooking.

Cooking Verbs

100

You do this when you place something into a hot oven.

What is Bake.

200

If you want scrambled eggs, you must do this after you crack the egg.

What is Beat, whisk, whip, or mix.

300

When you drop an ingredient (raw food) into a pot of hot oil. 

What is Fry.

400

Other then cutting...

You need to do this to a banana.

You sometimes do this to a potato.

You often do this to a carrot.

You may also do this to an apple.

What is Peel.

500

You do this to a block of cheese if you want to shred it down to smaller pieces.

What is Grate.

Food Science

100

Because of its low moisture and high acidity, this sticky, natural sweetener is the only raw food substance that never rots.

honey

Honey is a sweet, viscous food made by bees using plant nectar. Bees collect the nectar, break down its complex sugars into simple sugars, and evaporate the water. The result is a concentrated, long-lasting energy source packed with natural sugars and antioxidants

200

Chemically known as sodium chloride, this everyday table mineral is essential for human life and seasoning food.

What is salt?

• Table Salt: Fine, highly refined crystals. Often fortified with iodine (to prevent thyroid issues) and anti-caking agents to prevent clumping. 
• Kosher Salt: Flaky and less dense than table salt. Because it dissolves quickly and is harder to accidentally oversalt with, it is favored by chefs for general cooking. 
• Sea Salt: Harvested from evaporated seawater. Available in fine or flaky textures, it is typically sprinkled on as a finishing touch to add a crunchy texture. 
• Himalayan Pink Salt: A mineral-rich rock salt mined in Pakistan. Its distinct pink color comes from trace minerals, and it is largely used as a finishing

300

Long before it was used to top hot dogs and burgers, this red condiment was patented and sold as a cure-all medicine for indigestion.

 What is ketchup?

Ketchup is a popular table condiment, most commonly tomato-based, made from tomatoes, sugar, vinegar, salt, and spices, used to add sweet and sour flavor to foods like fries, burgers, and eggs. While today it's synonymous with tomato ketchup, early versions used ingredients like mushrooms, oysters, or walnuts, and it was even sold as medicine in the 1830s before becoming a popular condiment in the late 19th century.

400

Although heavily associated with France, which country is the actual birthplace of the croissant?
A) Germany
B) Italy
C) Austria

Austria
Explanation: The croissant evolved from the Viennese 基层 (kipferl). Austrian bakers brought the pastry to France in the early 19th century, where French bakers adapted it using laminated puff pastry.

500

• What percentage of all cheese produced globally is estimated to be stolen, making it the world's most shoplifted food?
  A) 1%
  B) 4%
  C) 8%
  
  

B) 4%
Explanation: According to international retail research, around 4% of the world’s cheese supply goes missing. It is targeted by sophisticated theft rings because it is highly sought after and easy to resell on the black market

Desserts

100

What gives the red velvet cake its signature subtle cocoa flavor and distinct crumb texture?
A) An entire bottle of red food coloring
B) Beet juice concentrate
C) The chemical reaction between buttermilk, vinegar, and cocoa powder
 

C) The Chemical reaction between buttermilk, vinegar, and cocoa powder

• Explanation: Traditionally, the red hue in red velvet cake came from a reaction between acidic ingredients (buttermilk and vinegar) and non-alkalized, raw cocoa powder. While modern recipes often add food dye for an intense color, the distinct texture and base flavor rely on this chemical reaction

200

• Which classic dessert was named after a famous Russian ballerina?
  A) Pavlova
  B) Charlotte Russe
  C) Baked Alaska
  
  

• A) Pavlova
  • Explanation: The Pavlova, a meringue-based dessert with a crisp crust and soft inside topped with fruit and whipped cream, was created in honor of the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova during her tour of Australia and New Zealand in the 1920s.

300

In baking, what is the primary difference between a cobbler and a crisp?
A) A cobbler uses yeast dough, while a crisp uses a pastry crust.
B) A cobbler features a biscuit dough topping, while a crisp uses an oats and brown sugar topping.
 

B) A cobbler features a biscuit dough topping, while a crisp uses an oats and brown sugar topping.

• Explanation: A cobbler gets its name from the "cobbled" stone appearance of the dropped biscuit dough dollops on top of the fruit. A crisp uses a streusel-like topping containing oats, flour, and butter that crisps up beautifully in the oven.

400

Which popular dessert is baked in a crust, filled with sweet cream cheese, and often topped with strawberries or cherries?
A) Cheesecake
B) Apple Pie
C) Brownies
 

A) Cheesecake

• Explanation: Cheesecake features a rich cream cheese filling on top of a graham cracker or cookie crust.

500

What is the main ingredient used to make traditional chocolate?
A) Vanilla beans
B) Cocoa beans
C) Coffee beans
D) Jelly beans

B) Cocoa beans

• Explanation: Chocolate is made by harvesting, fermenting, roasting, and grinding the seeds of the cacao tree.