100 Food and Drink Quiz Questions

Food and drink bring people together, and so does a good quiz! From international cuisines to famous dishes and classic cocktails, these ultimate food and drink questions will challenge your knowledge of culinary delights from around the globe.

Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just love a good pub quiz, these 100 food and drink quiz questions are packed with flavors and fun. So grab a snack, pour a drink, and let’s see how much you really know about the world of food and drink! 

Round 1: General Food and Drink (1-20)

  1. What is the main ingredient in hummus?
    Chickpeas

  1. What type of pastry is used to make a croissant?
    Puff pastry

  1. Which fruit is dried to make prunes?
    Plums

  1. What is the name of the Italian dish made of thinly sliced raw meat or fish?
    Carpaccio

  1. What does IPA stand for in beer?
    India Pale Ale

  1. Which spice is derived from dried flower buds?
    Cloves

  1. What is the main ingredient in a traditional moussaka?
    Aubergine (Eggplant)

  1. Which country is famous for its blue cheese known as Roquefort?
    France

  1. What is the main ingredient in a Scotch egg?
    Egg

  1. What is sushi traditionally wrapped in?
    Seaweed (Nori)

  1. Which nut is used to make marzipan?
    Almonds

  1. What is the primary ingredient in gazpacho?
    Tomatoes

  1. What type of drink is kombucha?
    Fermented tea

  1. Which fruit has varieties called Cavendish and Plantain?
    Banana

  1. What is the term for cooking food in a vacuum-sealed bag at a low temperature?
    Sous-vide

  1. Which country is the origin of the cocktail Mojito?
    Cuba

  1. What does the term “al dente” mean in Italian cooking?
    To the tooth (firm to the bite)

  1. What is the primary ingredient in a risotto?
    Rice

  1. What is the name of the French dish made from a slow-cooked mixture of beans and meat?
    Cassoulet

  1. What is a baby goose called when used in cooking?
    Gosling

Round 2: Desserts (21-40)

  1. What type of pastry is used to make profiteroles?
    Choux pastry

  1. What dessert is made by whipping egg whites and sugar until stiff?
    Meringue

  1. Which Italian dessert translates to “cooked cream”?
    Panna cotta

  1. What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
    A coin

  1. What is the main flavor of a Black Forest gateau?
    Cherry

  1. What is the name of the sponge cake rolled with jam or cream filling?
    Swiss roll

  1. What is a croquembouche made from?
    Profiteroles (choux pastry balls)

  1. What type of fruit is used in a traditional tarte Tatin?
    Apple

  1. What dessert is set with gelatine and served in layers?
    Jelly

  1. What is the main ingredient in a cheesecake base?
    Biscuits (or graham crackers)

  1. Which French dessert consists of layers of puff pastry and cream?
    Mille-feuille

  1. What dessert is traditionally served with custard or cream and features a sponge base?
    Trifle

  1. What is the Italian word for ice cream?
    Gelato

  1. Which dessert has a name meaning “pull me up” in Italian?
    Tiramisu

  1. What is the name of the steamed suet pudding served with golden syrup?
    Treacle pudding

  1. Which dessert is made from egg yolks, sugar, and Marsala wine?
    Zabaglione

  1. What is the main ingredient in a traditional pavlova?
    Meringue

  1. Which chocolate dessert is often molten in the center?
    Chocolate fondant

  1. What is the name of the dessert made from rice, milk, and sugar?
    Rice pudding

  1. What is the term for a thin pancake in French?
    Crêpe

Round 3: Drinks (41-60)

  1. What is the main ingredient in a Margarita cocktail?
    Tequila

  1. What type of drink is Guinness?
    Stout

  1. What is the name of the Scottish drink made with whisky, honey, and spices?
    Hot Toddy

  1. What is the main ingredient in sake?
    Rice

  1. What type of tea is traditionally served at an English afternoon tea?
    Black tea

  1. What does the term “neat” mean in bartending?
    A drink served without ice or mixers

  1. What is the name of the red wine traditionally made in Bordeaux?
    Claret

  1. Which fruit is used to make traditional cider?
    Apples

  1. What is the name of the Italian sparkling wine often used in cocktails?
    Prosecco

  1. What is the main ingredient in Pimm’s No. 1?
    Gin

  1. What is the name of the coffee with steamed milk and foam on top?
    Cappuccino

  1. Which spirit is used in a Bloody Mary?
    Vodka

  1. What is the name of the German beer festival held annually?
    Oktoberfest

  1. What type of wine is traditionally used in a sangria?
    Red wine

  1. Which spirit is traditionally used to make a Mojito?
    Rum

  1. What is the name of the Japanese green tea powder used in ceremonies?
    Matcha

  1. What is the name of the traditional alcoholic beverage made from honey?
    Mead

  1. What is the term for a drink mixed with soda water?
    Spritzer

  1. Which cocktail is traditionally served in a copper mug?
    Moscow Mule

  1. What is the name of the Brazilian cocktail made with cachaça?
    Caipirinha

Round 4: International Cuisine (61-80)

  1. Which country is famous for paella?
    Spain

  1. What is the main ingredient in miso soup?
    Fermented soybean paste (Miso)

  1. Which Middle Eastern dish is made from mashed chickpeas and tahini?
    Hummus

  1. What type of pasta translates to “little worms” in Italian?
    Vermicelli

  1. Which country is known for its famous dish, poutine?
    Canada

  1. What is the name of the flatbread commonly served with Indian curries?
    Naan

  1. Which Southeast Asian soup is known for its spicy and sour flavors?
    Tom Yum

  1. What is the name of the French dish made from snails?
    Escargot

  1. Which country is the origin of sushi?
    Japan

  1. What is the name of the spicy Korean dish made of fermented vegetables?
    Kimchi

  1. Which country is famous for the dessert baklava?
    Turkey

  1. What type of rice is used in risotto?
    Arborio rice

  1. What is the name of the Mexican dip made from avocados?
    Guacamole

  1. Which Italian cheese is known for its blue veins?
    Gorgonzola

  1. What is the name of the Vietnamese noodle soup?
    Pho

  1. Which country is famous for its Wiener Schnitzel?
    Austria

  1. What is the name of the thick Greek yogurt dish served with cucumber and garlic?
    Tzatziki

  1. What is the Japanese dish of thinly sliced raw fish called?
    Sashimi

  1. Which country is the origin of couscous?
    Morocco

  1. What is the name of the Spanish cold tomato soup?
    Gazpacho

Round 5: Famous Foods and Drinks (81-100)

  1. What is the main flavor of a traditional Tiramisu?
    Coffee

  1. What is the name of the alcoholic drink made from apples?
    Cider

  1. What is the main ingredient in black pudding?
    Pork blood

  1. Which fizzy drink was originally created as a medicinal tonic?
    Coca-Cola

  1. What is the main ingredient in pesto?
    Basil

  1. Which popular drink is made by fermenting barley, hops, and water?
    Beer

  1. What is the name of the thin pancake popular in France?
    Crêpe

  1. Which vegetable is the main ingredient in borscht?
    Beetroot

  1. What is the name of the Italian flatbread topped with herbs and olive oil?
    Focaccia

  1. What type of pasta has a name meaning “little ears”?
    Orecchiette

  1. What is the main ingredient in tabbouleh?
    Bulgur wheat

  1. What is the name of the Turkish bread often used to make kebabs?
    Pide

  1. What is the Japanese rice wine called?
    Sake

  1. Which Italian dessert is made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone?
    Tiramisu

  1. What is the name of the sauce traditionally served with roast lamb?
    Mint sauce

  1. Which drink is made by mixing gin, vermouth, and an olive?
    Martini

  1. What is the name of the popular Thai dish made from stir-fried noodles?
    Pad Thai

  1. What is the name of the sauce made from egg yolks, butter, and lemon juice?
    Hollandaise sauce

  1. Which cheese is known as “the King of Cheeses”?
    Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan)

  1. What is the name of the strong Italian coffee served in small cups?
    Espresso

Conclusion

These 100 food and drink quiz questions are sure to test your culinary knowledge, from international cuisines to famous dishes and drinks. Perfect for trivia nights or challenging friends, this quiz has something for everyone. Happy quizzing!

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