What artificial sweetener was once banned by the FDA?

Cooking Trivia / July 25, 2025

Cyclamates. The FDA banned cyclamates as an artificial sweetener in 1969.

What was the favorite tea of Douglas Adams, author of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" series?

Cooking Trivia / July 25, 2025

Earl Grey. Douglas Adams wrote some of the scripts for the "Doctor Who" serials.

Which of the following is a white wine?

Cooking Trivia / July 24, 2025

Pinot Grigio. The grape from which "pinot grigio" wine is made is bluish-gray.

What is the most commonly used oil in Chinese cooking?

Cooking Trivia / July 24, 2025

Groundnut Or Peanut Oil. Groundnut or peanut oil is used in cooking mostly because it has an unobtrusive taste and can be taken to high temperatures without burning.

What makes a martini "dirty"?

Cooking Trivia / July 23, 2025

Olive Brine. For a "dirty" martini, the olive brine can be used in place of or alongside vermouth.

Which Italian town is considered to make the world's best balsamic vinegar?

Cooking Trivia / July 23, 2025

Modena. Balsamic vinegar is made from Trebbiano grapes.