An Iranian dish consisting of cooked rice and one of the many varieties of Iranian kebab. It is considered the "national dish" of Iran, and was probably created by the time of the Qajar dynasty.
What is chelo kabab?
May 20, 1990: Who knew that THIS bonnet-wearing strawberry blonde boy would grow to be a tall, dark, and handsome 6'4" Los Angelino?
Who is Sam Mamaghani?
"My daddy once caught a bullet with his bare hands"
What is Rush Hour?
This former Bulls & Lakers Coach had parents who were Pentecostal Missionaries.
Who is Phil Jackson?
If a Chinese person gave you a gift, you might say THIS.
What is "Xièxiè"? (Also acceptable: "shehh shehh")
French brandy anyone?
What is Cognac?
May 20th, 1944: A failed assassination attempt was made on this notorious once-chancellor of Germany.
Who is Hitler?
"I always dreamed to go to Madison Square Gardens, see the Knicks Play."
What is Rush Hour 2?
The famed Michael Jordan played for both the Chicago Bulls and what other 'magical' NBA team?
Who are the Washington Wizards?
The Ficus retusa Linn is believed to be the oldest existing THIS type of tree in the world at an estimated 1,000 years old.
What is Bonsai?
Remember when we thought that Black Pepper Crab was expensive? Well, this Snow Crab sold for a record-breaking $46,000 in Japan last year. Both belong to THIS taxonomic group/subphylum.
What is a Crustacea? (Also acceptable: Crustacean)
May 20th, 2010: An estimated $100 million worth of art was stolen from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. The paintings were by Matisse, Braque, Leger, Modigilani, and THIS famous surrealist who is rumored to have cut off his own ear.
Who is Pablo Picasso?
“This is the West, not the East. The sun may rise where we come from... but here is where it sets.”
What is Shanghai Noon?
He scored the most points in one NBA game ever (100 points!)
Who is Wilt Chamberlain?
The first of THESE were invented sometime in 12th century China - a crude slab of smoked quartz held against the face to block sunlight and were also worn by judges in Chinese courts to conceal their facial expressions while questioning witnesses.
What are sunglasses?
This "C" ingredient distinguishes Thai soups Tom Kha and Tom Yum from each other.
What is Coconut?
May 20th, 1927: Saudi Arabia gains from this country (of course!)
What is Britain? (Also acceptable: Great Britain or the UK)
"He's too fast - sorry, Po!"
What is Kung Fu panda?
When the NBA started in 1946, this type of shot did not exist. In fact, it wasn't added until the 1979-1980 season!
What is a three-point shot? (Also acceptable: three pointer)
For its mild climate and enchanting location, this California city has won the well-deserved recognition as “The American Riviera.”
What is Santa Barbara?
Rather than heat, THIS actually "cooks" the fish in ceviche.
What is citrus? (Also acceptable: lime or lemon juice)
May 20th, 1968: This man who acted in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Snowden, Fargo, and Curb Your Enthusiasm, is born. Jokes would later be made about him by our birthday boy.
Who is Timothy Olyphant?
"Miss Fong, it's much too dangerous out here. Please go home."
What is Police Story?
This type of shot is believed to come from the French term used by circus acrobats just before they leap. It means “go up.”
What is 'alley-oop'?
The type of knife shown here is an old artifact used by the Inuit people for a wide array of tasks, from chopping food to shaping ice to build igloos.
What is an ulu knife?