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.
π₯ If You Are a Food Pro, You Shouldn’t Break a Sweat Crushing This 25-Question Quiz Questions
True or false: Cheesecake comes from Italy.
False
True
What is this dessert?
Cannoli
Sfogliatella
Bombolone
Profiteroles
Which Sicilian cake comes from the Latin word for buccella or "mouthful"?
Bocconcino
Bollicine
Buccellato
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?
Omurice
Okonomiyaki (savory pancake)
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Yakitori
Where did mooncakes come from?
Portugal
Ireland
China
Italy
Which European country is famous for its smΓΆrgΓ₯sbord, which literally means open sandwich table?
The Netherlands
Germany
Sweden
Lithuania
Which pasta uses potato as a main ingredient?
Gnocchi
Orzo
Tortellini
Ravioli
Is decaffeinated coffee completely caffeine-free?
Yes
No
A gratin is typically topped with cheese and/or:
Breadcrumbs
Basil
Bacon
Sesame seeds
A traditional Japanese dish is fugu, or pufferfish. What's special about it?
It's poisonous and can kill you if it's prepared wrongly
It smells like egg but tastes like cheese
It can cure 567 different diseases
It's the favorite food of the old Emperors
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?
Which of these is NEVER used in a Chicago-style hot dog?
Mustard
Ketchup
Relish
Onion
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?
Chongqing
Beijing
Hong Kong
Shanghai
Essentially a pan-fried veal cutlet, wiener schnitzel is a signature dish of what city?
Barcelona
Krakow
Vienna
Frankfurt
How many cookies are in a baker's dozen?
11
24
13
12
Correct or incorrect spelling: Espresso
Correct
Incorrect
True or false: Red velvet cake was once made with beets to give it its color.
False
True
What is this biscuit?
Biscotti
Naan
Challah
Concha
Can you guess the correct spelling for this cocktail cherry?
Marascchino
Marachino
Maraschino
Marasschino
Tacos, nachos and enchiladas are popular foods from which large country?
Sudan
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
You're almost at the end, I promise. What is this dessert?
Cannoli
Gelato
Tiramisu
Affogato
Where did black pudding originate?
The Netherlands
Poland
Spain
United Kingdom
Here's the final one: in which of these countries are you most likely to find the cookies known as alfajores?