What is tripe?
Pig stomach
The southern region of the U.S. (particularly Louisiana) has 3 types of cuisine. What are they?
Soul food, Creole food, Cajun food
When do you need to sanitize your kitchen stations with sanitation solution?
Before AND after labs
Where should pan handles be situated when cooking on a stovetop? Why?
Turned in toward back of oven to avoid spills/burns
What is the highest-grossing movie of all time?
Avatar (2009)
What decade did sould food emerge?
1960s
Most BBQ sauce in WA is typically tomato-based, sweet, smoky, and tangy, which is different than Carolina BBQ sauce. What is the base of Carolina BBQ sauce?
Carolina BBQ is known for its vinegar or mustard-based sauce.
What common kitchen item harbors the most bacteria if not cleaned regularly?
Kitchen sponge
What should you do if you cut yourself while cooking?
*You must do these 3 steps before returning to cooking.
Wash the wound, apply a bandage, and wear a glove before handling food again.
What is the name of the longest-running animated TV show in the U.S.?
The Simpsons
The term "Cajun" was a variation of a term to describe a group of French colonists that originally settled where?
Canada. They then emigrated to Louisiana.
What ingredient is included in Creole jambalaya but not Cajun jambalaya?
Tomatoes
How long can perishable food sit out at room temperature before it becomes unsafe to eat?
2 hours
What is the proper way to put out a grease fire?
Turn off the heat, cover with a metal lid or baking soda, and NEVER use water.
What fast food chain is credited with introducing the drive-thru concept?
In-N-Out Burger (1948)
What does a creole roux consist of?
Flour and oil (not butter), because it is less expensive than butter
What 3 vegetables are in the Cajun holy trinity?
Onions, celery, bell peppers
Heads carry this bacterium, which can contaminate food and lead to food-borne illness. It starts with an "S."
Staphylococcus aureus (nicknamed staph)
What is the proper way to hold a knife when walking in the kitchen?
Pointed down, close to your side
What is the national animal of Scotland?
Unicorn
This Southern treat is a deep-fried square or pillow-shaped doughnut, traditionally dusted with powdered sugar and often served with coffee in New Orleans. What is it called?
Beignet
What is the key ingredient in traditional Southern grits?
Ground corn (hominy or stone-ground corn)
In food service establishments, three-compartment sinks are used for proper dishwashing. What are the functions of each compartment? Each compartment has a different function.
1️⃣ Wash – Cleans dishes with hot, soapy water (scrub). Replace water when dirty.
2️⃣ Rinse – Removes soap and residue with clean water (fully submerge or rinse under running water).
3️⃣ Sanitize – Kills bacteria using either hot water (171°F+) or a chemical sanitizer (dip for at least 30 seconds).
What are the THREE safest ways to thaw frozen meat?
In the refrigerator, under cold running water, or in the microwave—never at room temperature.
In Switzerland, you cannot just own one of these or else it is considered animal abuse.
Guinea pigs: They can feel physical pain due to loneliness. In situations where one dies and the owner doesn’t wish to permanently adopt a new rodent, services are available that offer "rental" companions.