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Classic Foods and Drinks Quiz
Introduction
Test your culinary expertise with this classic foods and drinks quiz! From iconic dishes like Italy's Pizza Margherita and Spain's paella to beloved cocktails such as the Martini and Pimm's Cup, this general knowledge quiz covers a wide range of global flavors. Discover the origins of hummus, the secrets behind Caesar salad dressing, and the key ingredients in dishes like Beef Wellington and moussaka. Whether you're a food enthusiast or just curious about world cuisines, these questions will challenge your knowledge of timeless recipes and beverages. How well do you know the staples of French, Japanese, Mexican, and other international kitchens? Take the quiz and find out!
Quiz Questions
1. Which country is the origin of the dish "Pizza Margherita"?
France
Italy
Spain
Greece
2. What is the main ingredient in traditional hummus?
Lentils
Chickpeas
Black beans
Peas
3. Which of these is a classic French dessert?
Tiramisu
Crème Brûlée
Cheesecake
Baklava
4. What type of meat is traditionally used in a Beef Wellington?
Pork
Chicken
Lamb
Beef tenderloin
5. Which drink is known as "The King of Cocktails"?
Mojito
Martini
Margarita
Piña Colada
6. What is the key ingredient in a traditional Caesar salad dressing?
Mayonnaise
Anchovies
Mustard
Ketchup
7. Which of these cheeses is famously blue-veined?
Cheddar
Gouda
Brie
Roquefort
8. What is the national dish of Spain?
Paella
Gazpacho
Tortilla Española
Jamón Ibérico
9. Which classic American sandwich consists of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing?
BLT
Reuben
Club Sandwich
Philly Cheesesteak
10. What is the primary flavor of a traditional Pimm's Cup cocktail?
Citrus
Herbal
Berry
Spicy
11. Which of these is a traditional Japanese dish made with vinegared rice and raw fish?
Ramen
Tempura
Sushi
Udon
12. What is the main ingredient in a classic French onion soup?
Potatoes
Caramelized onions
Tomatoes
Mushrooms
13. Which of these is a traditional British breakfast item?
Croissant
Pancakes
Black pudding
Bagel
14. What type of pasta is used in Spaghetti Carbonara?
Penne
Fettuccine
Spaghetti
Farfalle
15. Which classic cocktail contains gin, vermouth, and olives?
Manhattan
Negroni
Martini
Old Fashioned
16. What is the key ingredient in a traditional Greek moussaka?
Zucchini
Eggplant
Spinach
Potatoes
17. Which of these is a classic Mexican street food?
Tacos al Pastor
Empanadas
Arepas
Feijoada
18. What is the main ingredient in a classic Belgian waffle?
Oats
Yeast-leavened batter
Cornmeal
Rice flour
19. Which of these is a traditional Russian soup made with beets?
Borscht
Shchi
Okroshka
Solyanka
20. What is the primary flavoring in a classic Key Lime Pie?
Lemon
Lime
Orange
Grapefruit
