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