Taiwanese Cuisine - Quiz
  • 1. Which dish is considered the national dish of Taiwan?
A) Lu rou fan
B) Beef noodle soup
C) Stinky tofu
D) Bubble tea
  • 2. What is the main ingredient in Taiwanese oyster omelette?
A) Green onions
B) Eggs
C) Oysters
D) Shrimp
  • 3. Which dish features pork belly braised in soy sauce and rice wine?
A) Beef noodle soup
B) Stinky tofu
C) Lu rou fan
D) Guabao
  • 4. What is the name of the famous night market in Taipei known for its wide variety of street foods?
A) Fengjia Night Market
B) Shilin Night Market
C) Liuhe Night Market
D) Raohe Night Market
  • 5. Which dish consists of fermented tofu that has a strong odor but is beloved by many in Taiwan?
A) Lu rou fan
B) Stinky tofu
C) Beef noodle soup
D) Bubble tea
  • 6. What type of tea is traditionally served in Taiwanese cuisine to aid digestion?
A) Green tea
B) Oolong tea
C) Black tea
D) Tieguanyin
  • 7. Which famous Taiwanese snack is made from taro root and typically served in a sweet syrup?
A) Mochi
B) Dumplings
C) Taro balls
D) Soy milk pudding
  • 8. Which drink originated in Taiwan and consists of tea mixed with milk or cream and sweetener?
A) Green tea
B) Taro milk tea
C) Bubble tea
D) Oolong tea
  • 9. Which cuisine has had the most profound impact on mainstream Taiwanese cuisine?
A) Southern Fujian cuisine
B) Cuisine of indigenous peoples
C) Japanese cuisine
D) Hakka cuisine
  • 10. What type of rice did the Japanese introduce to Taiwan?
A) Wild rice
B) Brown rice
C) Short-grained japonica rice
D) Long-grained indica rice
  • 11. Which fish is most popular in Taiwanese cuisine due to its versatility and economical price?
A) Anchovies
B) Milkfish
C) Tuna
D) Grouper
  • 12. What type of vinegar is considered an outlier among black vinegars in Taiwan?
A) Apple cider vinegar
B) Rice vinegar
C) Balsamic vinegar
D) Taiwanese black vinegar
  • 13. What term refers to substantial snacks similar to Spanish tapas in Taiwanese cuisine?
A) Yakiniku
B) Dim sum
C) Sashimi
D) Xiaochi (小吃)
  • 14. Which cooking style uses a wok to stir-fry food in Taiwanese cuisine?
A) Rechao (熱炒)
B) Steaming
C) Grilling
D) Braising
  • 15. What type of noodle is credited with influencing the origin of instant noodles?
A) Jisi noodles
B) Ramen noodles
C) Spaghetti
D) Udon noodles
  • 16. Which appliance became a staple in Taiwanese kitchens during the 1960s?
A) Microwave oven
B) Tatung electric steamer
C) Toaster
D) Blender
  • 17. What is a common ingredient mix in Taiwanese cuisine known for its five spices?
A) Taco seasoning
B) Curry powder
C) Italian herbs
D) Five-spice powder
  • 18. Which type of cuisine was served to the colonial elite in high-end restaurants during Japanese rule?
A) Hakka cuisine
B) Chinese cuisine
C) Fujianese cuisine
D) Japanese washoku
  • 19. What type of cuisine did the Kuomintang help preserve in Taiwan?
A) Hakka cuisine
B) Authentic Chinese culinary traditions
C) Fujianese cuisine
D) Japanese washoku
  • 20. Which ingredient is commonly used in Taiwanese black vinegar production?
A) Wheat
B) Sticky rice
C) Corn
D) Barley
  • 21. What is a common symbol found at vegetarian restaurants in Taiwan?
A) A yin-yang symbol
B) A left-facing swastika
C) A right-facing swastika
D) A lotus flower
  • 22. Which religions have influenced the prevalence of vegetarian restaurants in Taiwan?
A) Christianity and Islam
B) Buddhism and I-Kuan Tao
C) Confucianism and Taoism
D) Shintoism and Hinduism
  • 23. What types of vegetarian restaurant styles are common in Taiwan?
A) All-you-can-eat, pay-by-the-weight, and order-from-a-menu
B) Cafeterias, brunch spots, and tea houses
C) Buffet only, fast food style, and fine dining
D) Street food stalls, dessert cafes, and sushi bars
  • 24. What has driven the rise in veganism in Taiwan?
A) Concerns about animal welfare, personal health, environmental sustainability, and climate change
B) Cultural traditions and historical practices
C) Economic benefits and government incentives
D) Availability of exotic fruits and vegetables
  • 25. Which company is one of the largest producers of fake meat products in Taiwan?
A) Taiwanese Delights Co.
B) Green Earth Foods
C) Plant-Based Innovations
D) Hung Yang Foods
  • 26. What percentage of Hung Yang Foods' business is conducted overseas?
A) 80%
B) 60%
C) 90%
D) 50%
  • 27. In which markets do Taiwanese fake meat companies primarily export their products?
A) Central Asian, Oceanian, and Antarctic
B) European, North American, and Southeast Asian
C) African, South American, and Middle Eastern
D) Indian, Russian, and Caribbean
  • 28. What initiative did the Ministry of Education in Taiwan start in 2010 regarding vegetarianism?
A) Providing subsidies for vegetarian school lunches
B) Mandating all schools to serve only vegan meals
C) Encouraging educational institutions to go entirely vegetarian one day a week
D) Organizing monthly vegetarian food festivals
  • 29. By 2018, what percentage of Taiwan's population reported not eating meat?
A) 30-35%
B) 12-16%
C) 20-25%
D) 5-10%
  • 30. Approximately how many vegetarian restaurants were there in Taiwan by 2023?
A) 10,000
B) 3,000
C) 8,500
D) 6,000
  • 31. What is the process of making aiyu jelly?
A) Made from taro root paste.
B) A gelatinous dessert made with milk.
C) Made from the seeds of a creeping fig, Ficus pumila var. awkeotsang.
D) A type of shaved ice dessert.
  • 32. What is the main difference between xue-bing and tshuah-ping?
A) Tshuah-ping has a thicker texture than xue-bing.
B) Tshuah-ping uses milk as its base, whereas xue-bing does not.
C) Xue-bing is made with fish paste, unlike tshuah-ping.
D) Xue-bing has a creamy base mixture, while tshuah-ping does not.
  • 33. What are the traditional fillings for mooncakes?
A) Taro root paste.
B) Chocolate and strawberry jam.
C) Lotus seed paste or sweetened red bean paste.
D) Pineapple filling.
  • 34. What is Silaw in Amis cuisine?
A) Fried fish
B) Pickled pork
C) Grilled vegetables
D) Stewed chicken
  • 35. What is the origin of the name 'Matsu Tunnel 88 Kaoliang Liquor'?
A) An abandoned military tunnel called Tunnel 88
B) The number of barrels produced annually
C) A legendary figure in Matsu history
D) A famous local festival
  • 36. What is a typical first course in Taiwanese wedding banquets?
A) Italian pasta
B) Japanese sashimi
C) French pastries
D) Thai curry
  • 37. What was the impact of martial law on indigenous culture in Taiwan?
A) It led to a revival of indigenous practices.
B) There was no significant impact.
C) Indigenous culture was repressed by the government.
D) It resulted in increased governmental support.
  • 38. What is a popular snack found in Taiwanese night markets?
A) Baguettes.
B) Oyster-filled omelets.
C) Sushi rolls.
D) Croissants.
  • 39. What is the traditional filling for the Taiwanese dessert moachi?
A) Beans or nuts.
B) Pineapple paste.
C) Strawberry jam.
D) Chocolate ganache.
  • 40. Which Taiwanese night market dish is adapted from French cuisine?
A) Oyster-filled omelets.
B) Bubble tea.
C) Fried glutinous rice balls.
D) Crêpes.
  • 41. What was the peak year for coffee production in Taiwan during Japanese colonial rule?
A) 1895
B) 1945
C) 1941
D) 1922
  • 42. When did interest in Taiwanese indigenous cuisine gain traction in the media?
A) 2010s
B) Mid-1990s
C) Early 1980s
D) Late 2000s
  • 43. Which brand of Kaoliang liquor is produced on the island of Kinmen?
A) Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor
B) Matsu Tunnel 88 Kaoliang Liquor
C) Yusan Kaoliang Chiew
D) Taipei Kaoliang Liquor
  • 44. What unusual ingredient has been used in Taiwanese ramen dishes?
A) Mushrooms
B) Soy sauce
C) Chicken broth
D) Durian
  • 45. What is the largest contemporary domestic sake brand in Taiwan?
A) Weightstone Vineyard Estate & Winery
B) Le Palais
C) Domaine Shu Sheng
D) Yuchun
  • 46. Which chain pizza restaurant entered the Taiwanese market in 1986?
A) Domino's Pizza
B) Pizza Hut
C) Little Caesars
D) Papa John's
  • 47. What dish was invented by Peng Chang-kuei to feed American military dignitaries in the 1950s?
A) Oyster omelette
B) General Tso's chicken
C) Taiwanese beef noodles
D) Bubble tea
  • 48. Which Taiwanese city is known for significant small-scale coffee cultivation?
A) Tainan
B) Kaohsiung
C) Pingtung County
D) New Taipei City's Sanxia District
  • 49. Which community's immigration increased the focus on Hong Kong cuisine in Taiwan?
A) Russian refugees
B) Japanese immigrants
C) Hongkongers following pro-democracy protests
D) Indian expats
  • 50. Which cuisine became popular in Taiwan due to Italian emigrants after the 2008 financial crisis?
A) Italian
B) Indian
C) Russian
D) Nordic
  • 51. What is a distinctive ingredient in Taiwanese indigenous cuisine?
A) Mountain peppercorns (shan hujiao).
B) Wasabi.
C) Truffle oil.
D) Saffron.
  • 52. When did commercial rum production begin in Taiwan?
A) During the Japanese colonial period
B) In 2002
C) In the early 21st century
D) After World War II
  • 53. What was the first college-level course in cooking implemented at in Taiwan?
A) National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism
B) Taipei Culinary Institute
C) Taiwanese Cooking School
D) Danshui Technical College
  • 54. What is a traditional method of preserving meat among Taiwanese aborigines?
A) Canning.
B) Freezing in ice blocks.
C) Dehydrating.
D) Preserving with millet wine or salt.
  • 55. When did independent winemaking become legal in Taiwan?
A) In 2014
B) In 1914
C) In 2002
D) During the Japanese colonial period
  • 56. Who was one of the innovators of Italian cuisine in Taiwan, known for starting multiple restaurants and a farm?
A) George Elsner
B) Michael de Prenda
C) Fu Pei-mei
D) Jimmy Lim Tyan Yaw
  • 57. Which dessert is made from the seeds of a creeping fig?
A) Xue-bing.
B) Bubble tea.
C) Taro ice cream.
D) Aiyu jelly.
  • 58. What is the name of the highest mountain in Taiwan, after which a Kaoliang liquor is named?
A) Nanhuan
B) Dabajian
C) Hehuanshan
D) Yushan
  • 59. When did the first Russian restaurant, The Café Astoria, open in Taiwan?
A) 1970s
B) 1986
C) 1949
D) 2008
  • 60. Who published a Taiwanese American cookbook titled 'First Generation' in 2022?
A) Stephanie Izard
B) André Chiang
C) Cathy Erway
D) Frankie Gaw
  • 61. Which city hosts an annual Indigenous Peoples Healthy Cuisine and Innovative Beverage Competition?
A) Pingtung County
B) Taipei
C) Kaohsiung City
D) Tainan
  • 62. Which Taiwanese dessert involves a filling of pineapple?
A) Taro ice cream.
B) Pineapple cake.
C) Xue-bing.
D) Aiyu jelly.
  • 63. Which Taiwanese beer brand is known for being a craft ale?
A) Taihu Brewing
B) Jolly Brewery+Restaurant
C) Le Blé d'Or
D) Long Chuan
  • 64. Who was important in gaining Taichung international recognition for its fine dining?
A) The Michelin Guide
B) Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corporation
C) Lanshu Chen
D) Domaine Shu Sheng
  • 65. Which Singaporean chef's restaurant was awarded a second Michelin star in 2020?
A) Fu Pei-mei
B) Michael de Prenda
C) Jimmy Lim Tyan Yaw
D) George Elsner
  • 66. Which Taiwanese city is considered the heart of coffee culture?
A) Tainan
B) Kaohsiung
C) Taipei
D) New Taipei City
  • 67. What is the highest alcohol percentage available in Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor?
A) 45 percent
B) 38 percent
C) 60 percent
D) 58 percent
  • 68. When were the first coffee plants imported to Taiwan by the British?
A) 1895
B) 1941
C) 1884
D) 1922
  • 69. What is unique about Taiwan's whisky market?
A) It primarily imports whisky from Scotland.
B) It has no domestic whisky production.
C) It only produces Japanese whisky.
D) It drinks more single malt whisky than blended whisky.
  • 70. For how long are all aged kaoliangs stored at the Matsu Distillery?
A) Two years
B) At least five years
C) One year
D) Three years
  • 71. Which Taiwanese city has a significant Singaporean community?
A) Kaohsiung
B) Tainan
C) Pingtung
D) Taichung
  • 72. Where is Matsu Tunnel 88 Kaoliang Liquor produced?
A) Nangan Township, Lienchiang County
B) Taichung City
C) Taipei City
D) Kinmen Island
  • 73. How many restaurants were awarded stars by the Michelin Guide in Taiwan in 2020?
A) 100
B) 10
C) 50
D) 30
  • 74. What is the name of one of the first restaurants to describe their food as Taiwanese American cuisine in Boston?
A) Win Son Presents
B) Kato by Chef Jon Yao
C) Myers + Chang
D) Taipei Restaurant
  • 75. Who is a well-known Taiwanese chef that has been successful abroad?
A) Peng Chang-kuei
B) James Beard
C) André Chiang
D) Frankie Gaw
  • 76. Where are Burmese and Chinese Burmese restaurants primarily located in Taipei?
A) Shilin Night Market
B) Little Burma section
C) Ximending area
D) Da'an district
  • 77. How long is the 'X.O.' kaoliang aged before bottling?
A) Five years
B) Ten years
C) Seven years
D) Three years
  • 78. When did the Michelin Guide begin reviewing restaurants in Taipei?
A) In 1999
B) In 2018
C) In 2002
D) In 2023
  • 79. By 2024, what percentage of specialty coffee shops in Taiwan were roasting their own beans?
A) Less than 10%
B) Only large chains
C) None
D) A significant percentage
  • 80. Which night market dish is a fried and steamed meat-filled bun?
A) Fruit ices.
B) Crêpes.
C) Meat-filled buns.
D) Bubble tea.
  • 81. What is the status of Taiwan's indigenous winemaking culture?
A) It has been completely lost.
B) It was never popular in Taiwan.
C) It is staging a comeback.
D) It is declining rapidly.
  • 82. What was the average annual coffee consumption per person in Taiwan by 2024?
A) 100 cups
B) 250 cups
C) 177 cups
D) 300 cups
  • 83. Who founded the first Russian restaurant in Taiwan?
A) George Elsner
B) Fu Pei-mei
C) Jimmy Lim Tyan Yaw
D) Michael de Prenda
  • 84. Which indigenous restaurant in Pingtung County is of national significance?
A) Long Chuan
B) Le Blé d'Or
C) Cha Ha Mu
D) Rinari
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