In the 19th century, what replaced fresh plums in Plum Pudding?

Cooking Trivia / October 12, 2025

Prunes. The term "plum" in plum pudding actually refers to fruit of the family Prunus which includes prunes and other fruit.

What is a chuto?

Cooking Trivia / October 12, 2025

Freeze Dried Potato. A potato frozen until dried and blackened, used in South American dishes.

All soda includes which of these?

Cooking Trivia / October 11, 2025

Carbonation. When the pressure of carbon dioxide is lowered, it is released from solution as tiny bubbles.

Why was the "MoonPie" invented?

Cooking Trivia / October 11, 2025

To Feed Hungry Coal Miners. "MoonPies" became so popular by the 1950's that the Chattanooga Bakery where they were invented had no time to make anything else.

Which type of pie is traditional at British Christmas feasts?

Cooking Trivia / October 10, 2025

Mince. Traditionally, the "mince" in mince pies contained beef, but they are also made from fruits and nuts.

From what animal product is cheese made?

Cooking Trivia / October 10, 2025

Milk. Cheese can be made from cow, goat or sheep milk.