What spice, also called laurel, was used for head wreaths in ancient Rome?

Cooking Trivia / October 17, 2024

Bay Leaves. Head wreaths of laurel, worn as a sign of victory, are still given to the winners of the Boston Marathon.

Which of the following types of Italian noodle is hollow?

Cooking Trivia / October 17, 2024

Penne. "Penne" means pen in Italian, as in a hollow quill-pen.

With which vegetable are Norwegian Lefse made?

Cooking Trivia / November 15, 2024

Potatoes. Lefse is a traditional soft Scandinavian flatbread made out of potato.

Which cereal grain is the most commonly used in beer?

Cooking Trivia / November 15, 2024

Barley. Barley, a major food and animal feed crop and a member of the grass family (Poaceae), is used to make malt for beer.