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1 Which creamy condiment, a popular accompaniment to seafood, is made from mayonnaise, chopped capers and onions?
A Tartar Sauce. A French-inspired dip, though regional variations exist, often includes other ingredients such as pickles (gherkins or dill), lemon juice, herbs like dill or parsley, and sometimes mustard.
2 What is the main ingredient of the Indian drink “Lassi”?
A Yoghurt, blended with water, and sometimes milk, sugar, salt, or spices like cumin and cardamom, and occasionally fruit such as mango.
3 Which liqueur is added to Cognac to make a ‘Sidecar’ cocktail?
A An orange liqueur, such as triple sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier.
4 What name is given to the Tex-Mex dish of strips of any grilled meat, served sizzling hot, on a tortilla?
A Fajitas. The diner assembles the dish directly at the table. Specifically, they wrap the savoury meat, fresh vegetables, and assorted toppings into a neat, bite-sized parcel.
5 Angostura bitters are named after a town in which South American country?
A Venezuela. Initially, authorities rebranded the town as Ciudad Bolívar; however, it was here in 1824 that Dr Johann Siegert perfected his formula for the aromatic bitters that still carry the town’s original name. Subsequently, following the doctor’s death in 1875, his sons relocated the family business to Trinidad. Indeed, the company continues to operate from that same island today.
6 From what are Maraschino and kirsch liqueurs distilled?
A Cherries. Distillers produce Maraschino from the bitter wild Marasca cherry. In contrast, they create Kirsch (or Kirschwasser) by distilling fermented cherries, particularly Morello varieties, along with their crushed seeds. Furthermore, the bitter stones infuse both liqueurs with their signature aroma and depth of flavour.
7 Little Gem and Tom Thumb are both popular varieties of what?
A Lettuce. “Little Gem” is a miniature cos or Romaine lettuce, while “Tom Thumb” is a very compact butterhead variety.
8 Which fruit, when dried, is a prune?
A A plum. Producers cultivate the European plum (Prunus domestica) to create the vast majority of prunes. Specifically, growers favour this variety because its pit detaches effortlessly from the flesh, earning it the “freestone” designation.
9 From which country does Chianti wine come?
A Italy. Produced in the Chianti region of central Tuscany.
10 What type of cheese is traditionally put on pizza?
A Mozzarella. Because of its mild flavour, ability to stretch, and excellent melting properties, which result in a gooey, bubbly, golden topping.