Irene Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 Do you know your herbs and spices? 1. Which herb is regarded as “The King of Herbs” by many leading cookery authors ? = Basil (-pops-) 2. Used generally in the cooking of lamb, which herb is thought to be the herb of remembrance ? = Rosemary (-pops-) 3. From which tree is the spice MACE obtained ? = Nutmeg (-pops-) 4. Which herb combined with onion is commonly used as a stuffing for poultry and meat ? = Sage (rong) 5. Which spice imparts a yellow colour to Indian cuisine ? = Turmeric (ɹǝuǝllıʍ ʇɐd) 6. Which herb is commonly used to flavour the tomato on pizza toppings ? = Oregano (-pops-) 7. What type of flavour does FENNEL have ? = Aniseed (rong) 8. Which part of the ginger plant is used in cooking ? = The Root (rong) 9. Which FOUR herbs did Simon & Garfunkel sing about in the 1960s ? = Parsley, Sage, Rosemary & Thyme (rong) 10. Which spice is said to combine the flavours of Cinnamon, Nutmeg & Cloves, hence it's name ? = Allspice (-pops-) 11. By what name is wine that has been combined with a mixture of spices and often served warm, known? = Glühwein / Mulled Wine (ɹǝuǝllıʍ ʇɐd) / (-pops-) 12. Which spice widely used in Indian cooking is known as “The queen of spices” ? = Cardamom (-pops-)13. Which spice, obtained from the flower of the crocus, is one of the most expensive ? = Saffron (ɹǝuǝllıʍ ʇɐd) 14. Which herb added to soups and stews is usually removed prior to serving ? = Bay-leaf (ɹǝuǝllıʍ ʇɐd) 15. In the children's TV series “The Herbs”, what type of creature was Parsley ? = A [Very Friendly] Lion (Belatucadrus) 16. With over 150 varieties, which common herb is said to provide relief from an upset stomach ? = Mint (-pops-) 17. What is the difference between a HERB and a SPICE ? = Herbs are leaves from a plant whereas Spices are bark, seeds or roots. (rong) 18. What are the real names of The Spice Girls ? = Victoria Beckham, Melanie Brown, Melanie Chisholm, Emma Bunton & Geri Halliwell 19. In what units are the heat from chillies measured ? = Scoville Heat Units (-pops-) 20. Which spice, synonymous with Christmas, are the dried flower buds of a tropical tree ? = Cloves (-pops-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 9 Parsley Sage Rosemary and Thyme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 9 Parsley Sage Rosemary and Thyme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-pops- Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 19 Scoville units Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 7 Aniseed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belatucadrus Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 15 ) A very friendly Lion. Dill was a dog, Sage was an owl, The Chives were school kids under the control of Lady Rosemary and Sir Basil. The gardner was Bayleaf.They all had their own songs which are irritating earworms many of which are now on repeat play in my head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 19 Scoville units Scoville Heat Units 7 Aniseed 15 ) A very friendly Lion. Dill was a dog, Sage was an owl, The Chives were school kids under the control of Lady Rosemary and Sir Basil. The gardner was Bayleaf. They all had their own songs which are irritating earworms many of which are now on repeat play in my head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 8 Root Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 8 Root Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ɹəuəllıʍ ʇɐb Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 5. Turmeric 7. Anise (already provided by Rong, but incorrectly transferred to the original post) 11. Glühwein 13. Saffron 14. Bay-leaf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-pops- Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 2. Rosemary (Ophelia to Laertes, Hamlet) 3. Nutmeg 10 Allspice 11. Mulled wine 17 None 20 Cloves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 5. Turmeric 7. Anise (already provided by Rong, but incorrectly transferred to the original post) Oops, thanks Pat. 11. Glühwein 13. Saffron 14. Bay-leaf 2. Rosemary (Ophelia to Laertes, Hamlet) 3. Nutmeg 10 Allspice 11. Mulled wine 17 None 20 Cloves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 17 could it be as simple as that Herbs are from soft or leaves and spices are from nuts bark and roots hard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 17 could it be as simple as that Herbs are from soft or leaves and spices are from nuts bark and roots hard? It's exactly as simple as that. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 A few still left: 1, 4, 6, 12, 16, 18. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 4 sage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 16 borage6 Basil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-pops- Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 1. Pepper 6. Oregano 16 Peppermint 12 Cardamom? 18 I am pleased that I don't know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 4 sage 16 borage 6 Basil 1. Pepper 6. Oregano 16 Peppermint To be precise, Mint. 12 Cardamom 18 I am pleased that I don't know :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 Only two remaining: 1. Which herb is regarded as “The King of Herbs” by many leading cookery authors ? 18. What are the real names of The Spice Girls ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-pops- Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 1. Basil? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 1. Basil The final answer, Number 18, Victoria Beckham, Melanie Brown, Melanie Chisholm, Emma Bunton & Geri Halliwell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 29, 2013 Report Share Posted April 29, 2013 How come my Basil was wrong and pops is right? his he the teachers pet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-pops- Posted April 29, 2013 Report Share Posted April 29, 2013 How come my Basil was wrong and pops is right? his he the teachers pet? I answered Basil to Q1. You gave it as the answer to Q6 - which is oregano. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rong Posted April 29, 2013 Report Share Posted April 29, 2013 How come my Basil was wrong and pops is right? his he the teachers pet? I answered Basil to Q1. You gave it as the answer to Q6 - which is oregano. I should read it all, sorry about that and so I take it your not the teachers pet then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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