It's Impossible To Name All 35 Of These Foods. Prove Us Wrong!

Every living organism in the world needs food. What something is determines what constitutes as food for it. Plants make their own food through the process of photosynthesis, and animals forage and hunt for their food. Humans had to forage and hunt too, in the early stages of our existence, but, nowadays, most people have the convenience of going to their local grocery store, going out to a restaurant, or even ordering a meal to be delivered to their home.

As we and our technology have advanced, so has the way we view food. It isn't just a necessity for staying alive; food makes people happy and can even be fun!

Truthfully, no one enjoys food more than a foodie. A "foodie" is a person who gets joy out of food - not necessarily because they are hungry, but because it just makes them happy to eat. The rise of social media has brought with it the rise of foodie culture as people share photos of the food they purchase or make for themselves. Foodies can take interest in one particular food item or a bunch of different ones. Foodie culture even brought about channels like the Food Network.

Whether they are called a foodie, a gourmand or a gastronome, it all basically means the same thing, a person who makes it their hobby to enjoy good food. And below are 35 foods that only a bonafide foodie would be able to name!

Question 1

What food is this?

This food originates from Japan. The name for it translates into "pierced meat". It is prepared by cutting very fresh raw fish or other meat into thin slices. It is usually eaten with soy sauce. With formal Japanese meals, it served as the first course of a meal, though it can be served as the main course. Other than soy sauce, it can be served with fresh grated garlic, ginger or wasabi paste. There is a special knife used to make this dish, a long and thin knife that chefs use to cut the meat or fish into different slices of thickness.

Question 2

What food is this?

This dish is considered to be a staple of Viennese cuisine. It is a chocolate cake that was made in Vienna Austria in 1832. This fancy cake is made up of layers of dense chocolate cake. Between those layers, apricot jam is thinly spread over them. And the whole cake is covered with dark chocolate icing on top and on the sides. It is usually served with whipped cream, most people will say that every bite of this decadent dessert needs to be dipped into the whipped cream.

Question 3

What food is this?

This Italian dish has a variety of variations, though most contain wine, onion, parmesan cheese, and butter. It is cooked in a broth of fish, vegetables or meat until it is a creamy consistency. This dish requires constant stirring and attention, so it has gotten a reputation for being difficult to make. In Italy, it is usually served as a primo or a first course. Originally, saffron was used to flavor this dish. It is considered to be one of the most common ways to cook rice in Italy.

Question 4

What food is this?

This dish originates from Louisiana. It is a rice dish that is made up of mixed vegetables and different types of meat. Most often it included a smoked sausage like andouille. Most chefs will agree that one of the most important parts of this dish is a good base. And most bases used in this dish consist of celery, green bell peppers, and onions, which is known as the "holy trinity" in Cajun cooking. The Cajun version of this dish is considered to be spicier than the Creole version.

Question 5

What type of ice cream is this?

Most people love ice cream. It is a sweet and delicious treat that can be enjoyed on hot or cold weather days. Most people can be given a scoop of ice cream and describe it by its flavor, but a foodie would be able to describe its flavor and how it was made! There are several different types of "style" of ice cream that sets them apart from one another. This type of ice cream isn't made with eggs and is easier and quicker to make than ice creams that require a custard. It's great for serving on ice cream cones too!

Question 6

What food is this?

This dish is considered to be the national dish of both North and South Korea! It is a staple of Korean cuisine and is made from salted and fermented vegetables. This includes radishes and Napa cabbage and is seasons with ginger, garlic, chili powder, scallions, and Korean salted shrimp. Traditionally, this dish had to be stored in jars that were put underground and left to ferment until Winter. But in modern times it isn't necessary to do so. It still needs to be stored and left to ferment for at least three days before it is ready.

Question 7

What food is this?

A sandwich is a simple food, that most take for granted. But there is more than meets the eye when it comes to making a really good sandwich. A really great sandwich has a few textures going on, something with some crunch, some type of creaminess to it and of course something savory. It helps if it isn't too wet either, and this type of sandwich has all of that going on for it. It has been around as far back as the 1900s, but it didn't become as well-liked as it is today until after World War II. It is thought to be the United Kingdom's favorite sandwich, and the United States second favorite sandwich. There can be a lot of variations for this sandwich, but many people agree that it isn't this type of sandwich if it doesn't have lettuce, tomato, or bacon on it.

Question 8

Are these macarons or a macaroons?

Macarons and macaroons are commonly misspelled and confused for one another. Both did originate from the same place, a Venetian monastery in the 8th century, by the same people, a pair of sisters. And both are delicious looking cookies that originally used ground almonds as its main ingredient. However, one still uses them and the other has been adapted to using coconut and other nuts. One always has some type of filling, it can be a jam, a ganache or even a buttercream. And the other typically doesn't but can be coated with a specific flavoring.

Question 9

What type of meatball is this?

Meatballs are a dish that can be found all over the world. For the most part, they are exactly what they are called, meat rolled into balls. They can be cooked in different ways, like braising, baking, frying or even steaming. Depending on what kind of meat is used and how the meatball is served depends on what country it is served in. Meatballs that most people from the United States, Canada, and Mexico are familiar with are influenced by Italian, Iberian and Swedish cuisines. A certain type of meatball is served in gravy rather than tomato sauce, what kind of meatball is that?

Question 10

What food is this?

This food is very popular in the United States, primarily along the coast of the Mid-Atlantic states. Its main ingredient is the meat from a particular crustation. The meat is added to mayonnaise, eggs, mustard, different types of seasonings and bread crumbs to form patties that can be cooked in a number of different ways. This type of dish is usually associated with the area surrounding the Chesapeake Bay and the states of Virginia and Maryland. It can be served as an open-faced sandwich or as a main meal with sides.

Question 11

What food is this?

This food is considered to be a French delicacy. It is traditionally made thorough a process known as "gavage", where a goose or duck is force-fed with a tube to fatten up its liver. Though it is considered a luxury item, this dish has a lot of controversy surrounding it. There are a number of regions and countries that have banned the production and selling of this food, due to animal cruelty laws. A more humane way of making it was developed in Spain, where instead of force-feeding, the bird is tricked into getting ready for migration, that causes it to fatten its own liver.

Question 12

What food is this?

This dessert comes from Italy and its name translates as "cheer me up". Which makes sense, as anyone who has had it can't help but become cheerful with how delicious it is! It is a coffee flavored dessert that is made from coffee dipped ladyfingers layered in a whipped mixture of mascarpone cheese, eggs, and sugar. There are a lot of variations and it is still disputed where in Italy it originated from. But the one thing that everyone can agree on is that it is good, and it is considered a staple of Italian desserts.

Question 13

What food is this?

This dish is a stir-fried noodle dish that comes from the country of Thailand. It is often served as a street food and is available in most restaurants. The noodle is stir-fried with a collection of eggs, chopped tofu, dried shrimp and various herbs and spices. Usually, chopped roasted peanuts are sprinkled on top and it can also come served with a lime wedge. It can also be made with many different types of vegetables. It is considered to be one of Thailand's national dishes.

Question 14

What food is this?

This dish originated in Valencia and has ancient roots. It is a rice based dish that has many variations that include a vegetable kind and even a seafood kind. The original recipe for this dish is said to include, green beans, some type of meat, lima beans and seasoned with rosemary and saffron. Usually, when cooked over a burner or open fire, there will be a layer of toasted rice that is considered to be a delicacy. There has been a lot of debate over the years if it is truly one of Spain's national dishes or just a national dish of Valencia.

Question 15

What food is this?

Some might wonder why this dish is on the list as it isn't as "fancy" as some of the other ones. But the thing about being a foodie is that foodies just don't know about fancy or gourmet meals. They know and love simple and delicious meals, including this staple of Southern comfort food. This dish was created during the Great Depression, a time where people found it hard to put food on the table every night. This Southern classic was an easy to fix, one-pot meal that used ingredients most people already had in their homes.

Question 16

What food is this?

Pizza isn't just the delicious fast food item someone can grab a quick slice of at their local pizza shop. It has a pretty long history, especially within the country of its origin, Italy. Any foodie will know that a pizza from the United States and an Italian pizza have some key differences. And this kind of pizza definitely isn't something you'd find so easily on the streets of New York or Chicago. It is a Neopolitian pizza that is made with a specific type of tomato, called San Marzano, mozzarella, EV olive oil, and fresh basil and salt.

Question 17

What food is this?

This food is definitely on the list of foods every foodie has tried or wants to try. It might be a little hard because of how expensive it is, but with how it boasts the title of "Black Gold," it just might be worth breaking the bank. It is the eggs of a white sturgeon and can come in colors of light and dark brown to onyx black. It has a creamy texture that melts on the tongue and has a rich and nutty flavor with a hint of sweet-saltiness.

Question 18

What food is this?

This cake originates from Germany. It was thought to have been named after a well-known forest range in Germany but is named from the liquor that comes from that region. This dessert is made up of a chocolate sponge cake that has a rich cherry filling. The layers of cake are sandwiched between layers of whipped cream and cherries, and then the whole cake is covered in more whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and maraschino cherries. Traditionally the cake is flavored with a spirit made from sour cherries.

Question 19

What food is this?

This tasty looking corn dish is considered to be a popular food in Mexico. It is also known as Mexican street corn, as it is a street food, but is often prepared at home and in stores. The corn is grilled or boiled in its husk and condiments are added on top of it, at the consumer's request. The condiments can include butter, mayonnaise, lime juice, and even chili powder. The kernels of the corn can even be cut into a bowl and eaten with a spoon.

Question 20

What food is this?

There is a version of this food all over the world in just about every country. It is called by different names but it is a seafood dish. Sometimes it is served raw, like in Korea. And other times it is battered and deep-fried, with dipping sauces set up for it. It has a little of a chewy texture to it when it is deep-fried. It can be eaten as an appetizer or as a full meal. Some places even consider shredded pieces of it as a snack.

Question 21

What food is this?

This is a sauce that originated in France. It is made of a mixture of melted butter, egg yolks and an acid (either lemon juice, white wine of vinegar). It is a key component to the dish, Eggs Benedict. It is also considered to be one of the five mother sauces in French cuisine. Which means that it is the foundation of many of many other sauces. To make it, a chef must beat the egg yolks and combine them with the rest of the ingredients while it slowly heats up.

Question 22

What food is this?

I know that this food looks pretty... strange. But it is actually a type of clam! It is native to the coastal waters of the northwestern United States and western Canada. Its siphons can be seen outside of its shell and can be considered the "neck" of the clam. The siphon is said to have a crunchy texture and savory in flavor. It can be cooked a number of ways, either raw or cooked. These type of clams are considered to be one of the longest living animals in the world, with a lifespan of up to 140 years.

Question 23

What food is this?

This dessert is named after a Russian ballerina, but, believe it or not, it isn't Russian! Its origins are actually from the countries of Australia and New Zealand, as the dessert is thought to be named in honor of the ballerina during one of her tours through the two countries. It is a meringue-based dessert with a crispy crust and a soft marshmallow-like center. It is topped with whipped cream and some type of fruit. It is considered to be a national cuisine of both New Zealand and Australia and is most often eaten during the Christmas holiday.

Question 24

What food is this?

Some people might think a salad doesn't belong on this list. But a good salad is nothing for anyone to turn their nose up to. It can make for a nice appetizer or even a very tasty and filling main meal. A "salad" can be made up of just about anything, lettuce, and vegetables, even fruit and pasta! It brings a whole bunch of different tastes and textures together into one refreshing meal. This particular salad consists of a hard boiled egg, some type of meat, cucumbers, tomatoes, and cheese with lettuce.

Question 25

What food is this?

This food is a particular cut of beef. It is considered one of the nine primal cuts of beef. It is also one of the tougher cuts of meat, so it is usually tenderized before it is eating. It can be cooked in a number of ways, but at least in the United States, it is often smoked slowly until it is very tender. It is very popular in Texas and is considered a part of the state's traditional barbecue.

Question 26

What food is this?

This food might look like a type of rice but it is not. It is actually a type of edible seed. It originated in the Andean region of South America and was apart of the native people's diet for many years. It became a very popular food in the United States and elsewhere when the food's health benefits were discovered. It is a high protein food, that is gluten-free and is one of the few foods that has all nine essential amino acids.

Question 27

What food is this?

These adorable fish-shaped cakes are from Japan. They are modeled after the Japanese Red Seabream. Usually, they are made with a normal waffle or pancake batter that is poured into a fish-shaped mold. Traditionally they are filled with a sweet red bean paste. Some are known to be filled with chocolate, custard... even cheese! Whatever the filling is, it gets poured into the mold while the cake is baked on both sides. It is one of the most recognizable foods from Japan.

Question 28

What food is this?

This food is commonly thought of like a picnic food in the United Kingdom. It is a hard-boiled egg that is wrapped in sausage, breaded with bread crumbs and either deep-fried or baked. There are a number of different origin stories for this food, but no one has pinned down exactly when it was created. Outside of the United Kingdom, this dish can be found in a number of "British-styled" pubs, usually served with a dipping sauce.

Question 29

What food is this?

This dish might seem a little out there for some people, especially if they are expecting the savory flavor that is expected out of a dish like this. But if one is willing to try it, they just might find themselves having a new favorite dessert! It is made from putting cocoa powder in the mixture for the dough. And the filling can be any type of sweet treat, like a fruit or sweet cream filling. It would make for a sweet surprise at dinner for anyone wanting to impress their bae!

Question 30

What food is this?

This French dessert is made up of choux pastry balls that are stacked one on top of the other in a cone shape. They are then held together with threads of caramel. Sometimes it can be adorned with chocolate, sugared almonds, and even macarons. This dish is often made for first communions, weddings, and baptisms in Italy and France. It is considered to be a bit difficult for first-time bakers to make one of these, but they make for a very impressive (and delicious) sight.

Question 31

What food is this?

This dish is considered to be a staple of fine cuisine. It is a dish that comes from the tenderloin of a cow. Because of where it is, it is considered to be the most tender cut of beef and is the most expensive. But, it doesn't have the same amount of flavor as other cuts of beef, so it is usually wrapped in bacon or served with a sauce to enhance its flavor. It is a French word but has a different meaning in English speaking countries. If someone ordered it in France, they would get a pork tenderloin instead.

Question 32

What food is this?

This noodle dish originated in Japan, specifically from the island of Kyushu. It was originally an affordable food for those that worked in the fish markets as it was fast, though today it is known for how long it takes to be cooked properly! The name of this dish translates into "pork bones", which is what the broth is made out of. It can take up to eight hours to boil the bones into a broth. The noodles used traditionally are noodles that are hard in the center, and it is topped with slices of pork belly.

Question 33

What food is this?

This dish is from Canada, specifically the Canadian province of Quebec. It was created in the late 1950 and is considered to be a symbol of Quebecois pride and one of their most well-known dishes. It is made up of fries covered in gravy and cheese curds. There are quite a few variations, some offer meat toppings, fancier version have caviar and truffles. This dish can also be found in the United States, in places closer to the northern border.

Question 34

What food is this?

This is a French dessert that was made in the early 1890's. It was made in honor of an Australian opera singer, who the dish is named after. It is made up of peaches and raspberry sauce all on a bed of vanilla ice cream. When it was originally presented, it was prepared in an ice sculpture of a swan, with spun sugar on top of it. The second time it was prepared the swan was taken away and it was topped with peaches and raspberry puree. There had been versions of this dish that substitute the peaches and raspberry sauce for other things.

Question 35

What food is this?

This dessert originated in the United States, specifically in New Orleans, Lousiana. It is made up of vanilla ice cream and bananas that is primarily made up of brown sugar, butter, and dark rum, but it can also have cinnamon and nutmeg. It was created at the restaurant Brennan's and was named after a friend of the restaurant owner, who was the chairman of the New Orleans Crime Commission. It is usually prepared by flambe, which gives it its caramelized look.

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