Food isn't just essential in terms of providing the nourishment we need, but it is also a source of comfort, enjoyment and pleasure. It plays a significant role in our culture and connects us to our heritage. Ever noticed how special occasions, first dates, anniversaries and celebrations tend to revolve around eating? Food tells our stories and is central to how we express our love.
There are many different types of food around the world. Some of the most popular cuisine come from Italy, France, China, and Mexico. There are also many fusion cuisine that have become popular in recent years. As you grow and expose your taste buds to new types of foods, you begin to learn about different flavors and textures. In this quiz, we're embarking on a culinary tour throughout the world, where you'll have your chance to test your knowledge and learn more about the different kinds of foods on the planet.
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If You Are Food Pro, You Shouldn't Break Sweat Crushing This 25-Question Quiz Questions
True or false: Cheesecake comes from Italy.
False
True
What is this dessert?
Bombolone
Profiteroles
Sfogliatella
Cannoli
Which Sicilian cake comes from the Latin word for buccella or "mouthful"?
Bollicine
Buccellato
Bocconcino
Bicchierino
True or false: The name of the multi-colored button-shaped chocolates, M&M, stands for "Mickey and Moordale".
False
True
What's a traditional dish served during Christmas in Japan?
Okonomiyaki (savory pancake)
Yakitori
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Omurice
Where did mooncakes come from?
China
Italy
Ireland
Portugal
Which European country is famous for its smörgåsbord, which literally means open sandwich table?
Germany
The Netherlands
Lithuania
Sweden
Which pasta uses potato as a main ingredient?
Tortellini
Orzo
Gnocchi
Ravioli
Is decaffeinated coffee completely caffeine-free?
No
Yes
A gratin is typically topped with cheese and/or:
Breadcrumbs
Sesame seeds
Basil
Bacon
A traditional Japanese dish is fugu, or pufferfish. What's special about it?
It smells like egg but tastes like cheese
It's poisonous and can kill you if it's prepared wrongly
It's the favorite food of the old Emperors
It can cure 567 different diseases
Chamomile is a type of this beverage that is world renowned for its medicinal qualities, in particular with helping people fall asleep. Which healing beverage is chamomile?
Tea
Hot chocolate
Coffee
Wine
This is the halfway point! What country is known for this torched dessert called crème brûlée?
Russia
South Africa
France
Australia
Which of these is NEVER used in a Chicago-style hot dog?
Mustard
Onion
Ketchup
Relish
Yuanyang is a coffee beverage that gets the best of both worlds if you like coffee as well as tea, which is flavored with milk. The beverage is especially popular in what semi-autonomous city in China?
Shanghai
Beijing
Chongqing
Hong Kong
Essentially a pan-fried veal cutlet, wiener schnitzel is a signature dish of what city?
Vienna
Frankfurt
Barcelona
Krakow
How many cookies are in a baker's dozen?
11
24
12
13
Correct or incorrect spelling: Espresso
Incorrect
Correct
True or false: Red velvet cake was once made with beets to give it its color.
True
False
What is this biscuit?
Challah
Concha
Biscotti
Naan
Can you guess the correct spelling for this cocktail cherry?
Maraschino
Marachino
Marasschino
Marascchino
Tacos, nachos and enchiladas are popular foods from which large country?
Canada
Brazil
Mexico
Sudan
You're almost at the end, I promise. What is this dessert?
Cannoli
Tiramisu
Gelato
Affogato
Where did black pudding originate?
United Kingdom
Spain
Poland
The Netherlands
Here's the final one: in which of these countries are you most likely to find the cookies known as alfajores?
Argentina
India
Ukraine
Australia
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