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1 What type of pastry do bakers use to make a traditional Cornish pasty?
A Shortcrust pastry
2 Used mainly in Jewish cuisine, what is lox?
A Salmon. To create lox, producers brine—and occasionally smoke—fillets of salmon. Jewish cuisine features this salty staple prominently; delicatessens and breakfast spots typically serve it atop bagels with a thick schmear of cream cheese. While people use the name widely today, “lox” technically refers to the fatty belly of the salmon, which the salt-curing process preserves and flavours.
3 Which edible nut of the American hickory tree is similar to black walnuts, but milder?
A Pecan. It’s nutritious, containing plenty of protein and fibre.
4 What type of pasta means “little tongues” in Italian?
A Linguine. The Liguria region of Italy—famed for its coastal views and vibrant cuisine—gave birth to linguine. While chefs traditionally pair these ribbons with pesto, the shape also elevates oil-based sauces, seafood, and even stir-fry dishes.
5 Roquefort cheese is made from the milk of which animal?
A Sheep (Ewes) exclusively made from the milk of Lacaune sheep, a specific breed native to southern France.
6 Bonny Lad, Sutton and White Windsor are varieties of which vegetable?
A Broad Bean
7 Brouilly, Morgon, Fleurie and Julienas are among the better classifications of wine from which popular wine-growing area of France?
A Beaujolais, known for its distinctive wines made from the Gamay grape.
8 Which English accompaniment consists of soaked and boiled split peas, usually served with ham or pork?
A Pease Pudding, a traditional British recipe originating in North East England.
9 Which species of fish is used in the production of Worcester Sauce?
A Anchovy. The sauce gets its characteristic umami flavour from the fermented anchovies.
10 From what is tahini paste primarily made?
A Sesame seeds. To create tahini, chefs toast the sesame seeds before grinding them into a smooth, creamy paste.