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- 1. A Food & Travel Quiz
- 2. First 30 questions Normal Pounce +10/-5. Next 10 questions Bidding. Next 10 questions differential scoring. QMs decision will be final.
- 3. As soon as the EMS government came to power in 1957, KERALA was plunged into a rice crisis. It led to a peculiar suggestion by the EMS government. Why not, it told Malayalis, eat X? For a few years, from around 1958 to 1964, food scientists in India were obsessed with tapioca X. Originally called synthetic rice, it was developed by the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) in Mysore as a remedy for the problems of rice shortage, especially in the southern states.
- 4. from Yojana: The Institute has recognised the need to reduce the pressure on rice. One of the ways of doing it is by making use of tapioca. The Institute has begun making X by mixing 60 parts of tapioca flour with 25 parts of wheat flour and 15 parts of groundnut flour. But most people hated it. More than hating it, they ridiculed the government for telling them to go eat X. It became a running joke. Later, this government would fall in dubious circumstances, and then the Green Revolution brought with it hardy varieties of rice. What is X ?
- 7. Lonar Lake is a saline soda lake located at Lonar in Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India. Whats special about this lake ?
- 10. X refers to the coffee that includes part-digested coffee cherries eaten and defecated by the Asian palm civet ( a jungle cat). Most coffee lovers consider it as a prestigious drink. A single cup sells at around $30 to $80 in U.S., $45 in South Korea, and around $45 to $90 in other countries. The Cat poo coffee gained media attention when it was featured in the movie the Bucket List and Oprah Winfrey Show
- 13. This word most commonly associated with travel, originated from Latin and literally translates to of a journey or roads. Which word ?
- 16. It has been discovered after the first complete sequencing of its genome, that apple originates from this country. Even its capital city whose old name 'Alma-Ata means 'father of apples in the native tongue. Which country ?
- 19. To which natural landmark was Evelyn Waugh referring when he wrote: 'almost invisible in a blur of pastel grey, glowing on the top and then repeating its shape, as thought reflected, in a wisp of smoke, with the whole horizon behind radiant with pink light, fading gently into a grey pastel sky. Nothing I have ever seen in Art or Nature was quite so revolting.'
- 22. According to popular tradition, in 1889, 28 years after the unification of Italy, during a visit to Naples of Queen of Savoy, wife of King Umberto I, chef Raffaele Esposito of Pizzeria Brandi and his wife created X resembling the colors of the Italian flag, red (tomato), white (mozzarella) and green (basil). They named it after the Queen. ID X.
- 25. Which natural wonder, visible from space, makes an appearance in A Flock of Seagulls' hit 'I Ran (So Far Away)'?
- 28. Gulkand is a sweet preserve whichhas its origin from the Indian subcontinent.It has a list of health benefits like reduction of pitta and heat in the body, a reduction in eye inflammation and redness, strengthening of the teeth and gums, and the treatment of acidity.Gulkand has cooling propertietiredness, lethargy, itching, aches and pains. It also helps in reducing burning sensations in the soles and palms. What is the main ingredient of Gulkand ?
- 31. "Yes. I feel thankful that I am here to welcome you was the response to which famous words ? Also the name of a song by The Moody Blues.
- 34. The business needs sugarcane as raw material for producing its end product. When its founder started the business, He realized this particular animal is very important for pollination as well as killing the insects affecting the sugar cane crop, hence giving a better crop yield. So the founder decided to use it as the logo for the company. What is the animal we are talking about and name the brand we are talking about.
- 37. 'Tis there's the stone that whoever kisses He never misses to grow eloquent; 'Tis he may clamber to a lady's chamber, Or become a member of Parliament. "A noble spouter he'll sure turn out, or An out and outer to be let alone; Don't try to hinder him, or to bewilder him, For he is a pilgrim from the X. -Francis Sylvester Mahony ID X.
- 40. A baker's dozen/devil's dozen/long dozen may have originated as a way for bakers to avoid being blamed for shorting their customers. How much is it ?
- 43. Id this town
- 46. The theory is that if food dropped on the floor is picked up quickly enough, it's safe to eat. While some people are firm believers, others use the rule to convince themselves that it's OK to eat a fallen morsel. Some know it as the "three-second rule. What ?
- 49. X is a festival held each July in Montreal. Founded in 1983, it is the largest of its kind in the world. X was founded in 1983 by Gilbert Rozon as a two-day French language event. In 1985, Andy Nulman joined the festival's staff and introduced English language events as well; under Nulman's stewardship, the festival increased to a full month, with French-speaking performers during the first half, and English speakers in the second half. Most people know its name as a popular TV show. ID X.
- 52. born in Thrissur city, he shot to fame after he challenged a Thrissur restaurant that offered an all-you-can-eat buffet. He polished off three bucketfuls of rice, one bucket of fish curry, and 10 kg cooked meat. At the end of it, he quipped that he was still hungry. Finally, the restaurant staff had to call the police. Doctors ascribed his insatiable appetite to a hypothalamus dysfunction in the brain. This meant that he did not get the sensation to stop eating. Who ?
- 55. The East Side Gallery is an international memorial for freedom. The Gallery consists of 105 paintings by artists from all over the world. It is possibly the largest and longest- lasting open air gallery in the world. Where is it situated ?
- 58. It was established in 1790 CE was one of the oldest sweet shops in Chandni Chowk, Delhi. It was given its name by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Alam II who asked his servants to get sweets from the ghante ki neeche wali dukaan (Shop below the bell). In July 2015 the shop closed down due to falling sales. Identify this iconic sweet shop.
- 61. Built in 1962, Xs been a symbol for the city of Seattle and one of the most popular tourist attractions in all of North America. A 11-year old Bill Gates actually won a free dinner at the X from his church pastor for memorizing the Sermon on the Mount. ID X.
- 64. Which nuts meal is the primary constituent of the confection , Marzipan ?
- 67. Its last service was on October 23, 2003 from London. However it ran few special services to Birmingham, Cardiff, Manchester, Belfast & Edinburg before the final one in the same month. On its last service Windsor castle was illuminated, as a salute. It was a rare occurrence at that time, as the illumination was only permitted for major state events. What event am I talking about ?
- 70. In 2013 Narendra Modi, in a video-link address to the people of the Gujarati community living in 20 cities across the US, Lashed out at the foreign policy of the UPA government, "Heads of our soldiers are cut but then their Prime Minister is fed _____ X," he said in an apparent reference to Pakistan. This has led certain sections of media, calling Indias foreign policies with Pakistan as X politics. ID X?
- 73. The Verona Arena is a Roman amphitheatre in Piazza Bra in Verona, Italy built in 1st century. It is still in use today and is internationally famous for the large-scale opera performances given there. It is one of the best preserved ancient structures of its kind. Which Indian movie opens and closes with shots from here?
- 77. In September 2011, the then Karnataka CM Sadananda Gowda, cancelled a certain festival, which is an European import that take place on last Wednesday of August. Which festival are we talking about ?
- 80. X is a lake in Tibet, China, lying just west of Lake Manasarovar and south of Mount Kailash. It was created by Ravana for the purpose of garnering superpowers through acts of devotion and meditation to Shiva.
- 84. Who is this chef making baingan bharta, a North Indian speciality of roasted brinjals, skinned and made into a simple but exotic preparation
- 87. India has 28 world heritage sites. China has 40 and spain 42. Which country tops the list with 45 ?
- 90. 1 qrt alcohol 80 oil orange 40 oil cinnamon 120 oil lemon 20 oil coriander 40 oil nutmeg 40 oil neroli. What am I talking about?
- 93. The Beauchamp Tower The Bloody Tower The Bowyer Tower The Broad Arrow Tower The Constable Tower The Cradle Tower The Martin Tower The Salt Tower The White Tower Connect.
- 96. Monday- Oatmeal breakfast. Thai takeout night. Tuesday- Cheeseburger Night. Wednesday- Creamy tomato soup day. Thursday- Pizza night. Friday-Chinese food. Whose weekly calendar is it ?
- 99. Map of which journey ?
- 102. Neapolitan ice cream was named in the late 19th century as a reflection of its presumed origins in the cuisine of the Italian city of Naples, and the many Neapolitan immigrants who brought their expertise in frozen desserts with them to the United States. Which are the 3 flavours that make it up ?
- 105. Xis noted as "the only major city in the United States conceived by a woman, Julia Tuttle, a local citrus grower and a wealthy Cleveland native. The area was better known as "Biscayne Bay Country" in the early years. The Great Freeze of 189495 hastened its growth, as the crops of the Miami area were the only ones in Florida that survived. Julia Tuttle subsequently convinced Henry Flagler, a railroad tycoon, to expand his East Coast Railway to the region, for which she became known as "the mother of X. ID X.
- 108. George Smith claimed to be the first to invent the modern style X in 1908 and reportedly named the treats after a popular racing horse. It initially referred to soft, rather than hard candy. ID X.
- 111. St Pancras railway station, London is said to be the inspiration of which World Heritage Site, designed by Frederick William Stevens ?
- 114. Why is bhut jolokia in the guinness book ?
- 117. According to legend, the idol of Lord Krishna in this temple turned westward to show itself to a disciple Kanakadasa, who was not allowed inside the temple. Till today, devotees still worship Lord Krishna by praying through the same window where kanakadasa was seeing the offerings/Pooja from outside. Which temple ?
- 120. What's special about this restaurant?
- 123. This important never completed journey involves wearing plain slippers, an umbrella, a fan, a walking stick, and a towel containing dhal and rice. What journey ?
- 126. Name the location of the hotels, Altitude 95 and Jules Verne.
- 129. Which concept did Sir Sanford Fleming introduce, after he missed a train when he was in Ireland ?
- 132. The Etruscan civilisation of Ancient Italy, practiced Alectryomancy, or art of telling the future by observing roosters pecking at grain. Once it was completed, the rooster was sacrificed and eaten. A belief started that keeping the furcula of the bird, would bring the person good luck. This is the origin of which custom ?
- 135. Which actor associated with Charley Boorman, for two bike trips, which was recorded as TV Shows .
- 138. Ingredients: 1. Milk 2. China grass. 3. Nannaari Syrup 4. Ice-cream (Vanilla flavour is Ideal) Steps: 1. Boil the milk until it reduce to half in volume. This is to increase the thickness of milk which will add to good taste of the drink. When milk turns into pale yellow colour, it indicates that the milk has reached the right thickness. Let the thickened milk cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate this for a while. 2. Soak the resin in water for about 3 hours. After 3 hours it will look like pieces of jellies. Now take out the china grass from water. 3. Now take a glass - Pour milk up to half of the glass - Mix well the Nannaari Syrup and china grass with milk. Finally put a scoop of vanilla ice-cream on top. Preparation of what ?
- 141. Finland, UK and Sweden leads the list with 173. At bottom of the list is Afghanistan with 28, Iraq 31 & Pakistan 32. What is the list ?
- 143. Number of countries you can enter without a visa or visa-on-arrival.
- 144. Neravallur Srinivasa Iyengars family alone is authorized to produce this product. Vijaya bank is the only centre authorized to sell this apart from the main organization selling this. What ?
- 147. The X geothermal spa is one of the most visited attractions in Iceland. The spa is located in a lava field in Grindav鱈k on the ReykjanesPeninsula, south western Iceland. ID X.
- 150. The thought for offering 31 different flavors came from the Carson-Roberts advertising agency (now known as Ogilvy & Mather ) in 1953, together with the motto Count the Flavors. Where flavor counts. Baskin-Robbins has 31 flavors which is even greater than the 28 flavors offered by the then-biggest ice- cream parlour franchise in America. Which franchise?
- 153. Only 2 Indian airports are named after woman. One is Indira Gandhi airport, Delhi. Which is the other ?