London’s Food History: A Quiz & Culinary Journey

This article presents a London food quiz crafted by the QI Elves from the Lunchbox Envy podcast. The quiz covers a wide range of culinary trivia, from historical events to modern-day establishments. Questions delve into the nickname of 30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin), Samuel Pepys's actions during the Great Fire of London (burying parmesan cheese), and the origin of London Porter. It explores the ubiquitous ham filling in Victorian sandwiches, the Seminole Tribe's ownership of the Hard Rock Cafe, and the discovery of the oldest known banana remains in Southwark. The quiz also touches on the origins of White's club (originally a hot chocolate shop), Gordon Ramsay's infamous reservation book theft, the egg consumption at the 2012 Olympics, the annual fruitcake tradition at Drury Lane, and the number of London boroughs with ‘ham' in their names (eight). The quiz offers a fun and informative exploration of London's rich culinary past and present, highlighting lesser-known facts and intriguing historical details. The answers provide additional context and fascinating anecdotes related to each question, enhancing the overall learning experience.

(Source: https://londonist.com/london/food-and-drink/qi-elves-london-food-quiz)