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100

This coach led MSU men’s basketball to the 2000 NCAA Championship and is famous for his fiery sideline presence.

Who is Tom Izzo?

100

The first residence hall built in East Neighborhood.

What is Akers Hall?

100

A roux is made by combining these two ingredients.

What is Butter and fat (Butter/Oil)?

100

This massive on-campus venue, known as "The Woodshed," has been home to MSU football since 1923.

What is Spartan Stadium?

100

This manager is often referred to as Jake from State Farm.

Who is Rob Stubbs?

200

MSU won its first NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship in 1979 with this legendary player leading the team.

Who is Earvin “Magic” Johnson?

200

Largest residence hall on campus.

What is Holmes Hall?

200

This Middle Eastern dip is made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic.

What is Hummus?

200

This MSU building hosts world-class concerts and performances, and is named after a former College of Music professor.

What is the Wharton Center for Performing Arts?

200

This manager was in middle school choir.

Who is Alphonso Cook Jr.

300

This player scored 5 touchdowns against the Michigan Wolverines in 2021?

Who is Kenneth (K9) Walker?

300

This is the tallest residence hall on campus.

What is Hubbard Hall?

300

After pan-searing meat, this technique uses wine or stock to lift and dissolve the flavorful browned bits stuck to the pan.

What is deglazing?

300

Located near the heart of campus, this large boulder is a traditional canvas for student messages and artwork, serving as a dynamic symbol of campus expression for decades.

What is The Rock?

300

There was a time when this manager would scuba dive and spearfish for their dinner.

Who is Chef Cruz?

400

This iconic coach brought in Mark Dantonio as a defensive back coach in 1995.

Nick Saban

400

The last team to bring home the Culinary Cup trophy to EAST.

Who is Michael Evans and Will Fike?

400

This fermented beverage, originally from China, is made from sweetened tea that’s been fermented with bacteria and yeast, often flavored with fruits or herbs.

What is kombucha?

400

This dining hall was renovated in 2015.

What is The Edge at Akers?

400

This manager was born with a full head of hair and a full set of teeth.

Who is Jesse Barajas?

500

In 2015, this MSU football player made the game-winning “trouble with the snap” play against Michigan.

Who is Jalen Watts-Jackson?

500

When Hubbard's Dining Hall was open, this venue served made-to-order pasta.

What is Piazza?

500

The five mother sauces of classical French cuisine include Béchamel, Velouté, Espagnole, Tomato Sauce, and.....

What is Hollandaise?

500

This iconic MSU landmark, built on the site of the university’s first building, features a carillon that chimes across campus.

What is Beaumont Tower?

500

This manager has held every 1585 position in culinary except stock handler. 

Who is Emily Skeltis?