Sweet Vs Salty: Pick Your Favorite Foods To Get A Celebrity Foodie Match
- by Andrew Brethauer
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The great food debate - what is the better type of food, salty or sweet? It's kinda similar to how favorite celebrities are picked, as someone like the ones that are friendly, great people, while others like a little more flavor to their Hollywood stars and a little more rough around the edges. They say everything goes through your stomach, and in this quiz, it's put to the test as all of your favorite salty and sweet treats are here to be judged and whether or not they would belong at your dinner party, and with it, we'll reveal who your Hollywood match would be.
Let your stomach do the talking in this one, which shouldn't be hard once all the great food from around the world starts to come up. It's difficult to just pick one, so pick as many as your stomach will allow you to, and see who would be the Hollywood star that would match your food tastes with this quiz. Don't worry, no one is here to judge if your stomach likes the not so healthy options or the celebrity that maybe isn't on the A-list. Like Hollywood stars, there are so many options to select from for any dinner or dessert, so don't hesitate on picking all the yummy choices.
French Fires?
Perhaps the most classic side food available everywhere, French fries are a staple side dish with burgers, hot dogs, and are widely available at every fast food chain. These popular little potato sticks are enjoyed with ketchup and vinegar and plenty of salt.
Popcorn?
Popcorn is a staple of any movie night. Pop a big bowl of popcorn, turn on your favorite flick and sit back and enjoy. Just don’t forget plenty of butter and salt to really bring out the flavor, or add some flavor with different popcorn toppings, like cheese flavored.
Lasagna?
Who doesn’t love layers of meat, cheese, noodles and pasta sauce? It’s perhaps the signature Italian dish that everyone enjoys and if meat isn’t on your plate, go the vegetarian route instead. A thick slice of lasagna is perfect with a piece or garlic bread on the side.
Pretzels?
Pretzels are one of the more forgotten snack foods, but the salty taste of a good pretzel can be just the right taste for a movie night. Or go with the larger pretzel made fresh with large salt crystals and add some mustard for a snack that eats like a meal.
Chicken Wings?
If ever there was a cliché party food, chicken wings may be just that. They are perfect for a little snack or for a meal and the best part is, with so many different kinds of sauces and rubs available, the flavor combinations are endless.
Peanuts?
For a day at the ballpark, a baseball game wouldn’t be complete without a bag of peanuts. Such a simple little snack, peanuts are not the Cadillac of the nut family, but their salty taste makes them hard to put down, perfect with a cold drink on a sunny day.
Pizza?
If everyone can agree on one food, it has to be pizza. It would be very hard to find someone who doesn’t like some variation of pizza, from cheese to meat to vegetarian, there is something for all. Just be careful of the debate if pineapple should be on it or not.
Apple Pie?
This hot sweet round pastry can be topped with delicious whipped cream. This desert is usually served when the fall leaves change colour and on Thanksgiving Day. An apple pie can be made in several different ways such as Dutch, French and English. Either way the goodness of the warm fresh apple filling and crusty crust touching your mouth is the way to go.
Steak?
There is just something about a properly cooked steak that will get a mouth to water. Most would say the best way is to cook it medium-rare, don’t flip it too often and let it rest after cooking to settle the juices. And there are plenty of cuts to pick from, including New York strip, T-Bone or ribeye.
Banana Split?
This ice-cream desert is traditionally called the boat. Served with three scoops of ice cream with two bananas on each side can definitely satisfy anyone’s craving. The banana split can be made several ways but no one can deny that with a little bit of whip cream, chocolate sauce and a cherry on top can make any classic timeless.
Chili?
When it’s cold outside, grabbing a bowl of chili will be the thing that takes away the chill of the cold. A hearty chili comes loaded with meat, tomatoes, and the chili powder that pulls it all together. Pretty much anything can be tossed in to a chili receipt.
Donuts?
This round shape pastry can really give anyone a run for his or her money. Made with powder sugar or melted sugar the donut is a real timeless desert. Donuts are sweet and sometimes salty. They can be filled or just left plain. Nothing says more than eating this delicious pastry with their favorite hot beverage.
Tacos?
For a little taste of Mexico, tacos are the perfect food that can be built to order, based on preference of toppings. From the simple meat, lettuce and cheese, to adding different cuts of meat and toppings, tacos are a great way to let guests decide what they want to eat.
Cupcakes?
Have a craving? Cupcakes are the best way to enjoy your craving without eating too much. They are fun and be made in many different flavors such as vanilla and chocolate. Top this little cake with your favorite buttercream icing and we have our selves a delicious cupcake.
Risotto?
A good risotto takes care to make, adding liquid to the Arborio rice, stirring constantly until it’s time to add another round of stock, and turn it into a creamy dish. Risotto is a must learn dish for any would-be chef who wants to make an impression on dinner guests.
Cheesecake?
This sweet desert can consist of one or more layers. Cheesecake can be cooked or none cooked depending on the consistency that you would like. This kind of cake can be made by multiple flavours but no one can beat the classic New York style cheesecake.
Chicken Taquitos?
This fun but flavorful wrap can be fun for the whole family. Made with cream cheese, chicken and salsa, wrapped in a tortilla, chicken taquitos are the best way to go. Once the filling has a chance to bake in the oven just smell the delicious flavors filling.
Ribs?
Who doesn’t love a great rake of barbeque ribs? A rake of baby back ribs, slowly cooked all day, or smoked, with a great barbeque sauce is the perfect finger food that will keep any dinner guest happy. They are the staple food for any grillmaster.
M&Ms?
This colorful button shaped chocolate with the little ‘M’ printed on is everyone`s movie snack favorite. With so many colors and flavors, M&M`s is classic candy that will never go away. This all-time classic candy has more than 100 colors to choose from and they will melt instantly in your mouth.
Grilled Cheese?
Two pieces of bread and a slice of cheese grilled on a hot pan can make an easy meal for anyone. Throughout the years, the classic grilled cheese has become adventurous. Adding bacon, sweet peppers or even the classic mac and cheese can make anyone`s mouth water.
Spaghetti and meatballs?
Want an Italian classic? Then look no further than a classic spaghetti and meatballs, a simple dish that is perfect for sort of occasion. Meatballs are great on their own, but on top of a plate of spaghetti with the right sauce, there is just nothing simpler than that.
Fudge?
The soft sweet taste of maple, caramel, and chocolate melting in your mouth can literally satisfying anyone’s sweet tooth. This long rectangular shape desert is a desert that goes back to generations. The mix of butter and sugar with a little bit of molasses can make anyone’s mouth water.
Fish and Chips?
For the classic seafood option, no one can go wrong with a good plate of fish and chips. The battered and deep-fried fish may sound easy, but if done wrong the fish can be undercooked. But a great fish batter, deep-fried to perfect will have a golden brown crunchy crust with a flaky fish inside.
Crepes?
This flat round pancake also known in French terms as, ¨crepes¨ is one the fewer foods that can inter change. Fill them for breakfast, lunch, dinner or even desert, as crepes will never be there to disappoint the hungry diner.
Mac and Cheese?
Flour, milk, and cheese can make any noodle a tasty mac and cheese. Although everyone loves your classic cheese, it is always fun and flavorful when adding salty bacon or healthy vegetables to the mix. Either, way mac and cheese will never let anyone down.
Chicken?
What does everything taste like? Chicken! Well, that’s at least what the saying is and the reality is, chicken has plenty of flavor if cooked properly. It’s the perfect holiday feast, or great for every night of the week. There really isn’t a time chicken isn’t made for.
Pumpkin Pie?
The pumpkin pie a classic round pastry that is generally served in the fall season as well on Thanksgiving Day. Made with a pumpkin filling and a crusty crust it can be served either warm or cold. No pumpkin pie can`t just be eating without its toping of whip cream or soft served ice cream.
Hamburger?
A classic food in the United States is the hamburger. A simple meat patty between a bun is enough for some, or take it up a notch by adding cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, onion, different sauces and spice. There is a reason every major restaurant has these on their menu.
Pancakes?
Pancakes are so good, they even have their own day on a special Tuesday during the year. These tasty hot cakes are a great morning breakfast with maple syrup on top, or put on top your favorite fruit, whip cream or other sauces.
Turkey Dinner?
When planning a holiday feast, the main course generally is a stuffed turkey. There is just something about a perfectly cooked bird sitting in the center of the table waiting to be carved, and with the right spices, time to cook and perfectly carved, can wow guests at any dinner party.
Brownies?
Who doesn’t love a warm brownie for dessert? These tasty little treats are great on their own, or on top of ice cream. With plenty of chocolate inside, a moist and rich brownie is a quick little dessert that no one is going to be able to put down.
Potato Chips?
Think about all the different varieties of potato chips available on the shelves of supermarkets today. Plain, all dressed, BBQ, sour cream, dill pickle, cheese, and even some weird variations that somehow sell. There is always a spot for a bag of chips to be added to the menu.
Lobster?
If seafood is on your plate, then a lobster is something to try. Lobster is the show-off food of the sea, as chefs use the sweat meat of the lobster in many dishes, or just cook it, crack it open, pull out the meat and dip it in plenty of butter for a delicious meal.
Muffins?
Muffins come in many different varieties, such as chocolate chip, carrot, bran, and even include some filling inside if you go a little specialty kind. They are a great breakfast when something quick is required in the morning, or for a little munchy treat.
Sushi?
This food is a hit or miss with some, as the idea of eating raw fish may scare some people. But a good sushi, made with fish, rice and seafood, can be a great first-date option and really begin to push taste buds to new limits and open new culinary doors.
Mozzarella Sticks?
If we’re talking deep fried food, mozzarella sticks can’t be missed. There is just something about deep fried cheese that has everyone going back for more. Dip them in a pizza sauce, or add a little heat to give them that extra touch of flavor.
Scrambled Eggs?
Perhaps the easiest egg to make for a beginner is the scrambled egg, but it can be a bit challenging if they aren’t fluffy enough. Don’t let them burn, add some salt to season them properly, and serve for any breakfast for a great first meal to start the day.
Nachos?
Nachos are the perfect sharing food, as they generally come on large plates, perfect to grab and pick at with a group of friends. It’s not just hamburger anymore on nachos, as chicken and pork are making their way on top, along with plenty of options to please everyone.
Poutine?
Want to take French fries to the next level? Then add a good helping of cheese curds and smoother with gravy and enjoy a poutine. It has everything to love in a good comfort food, and can be a meal on its own, or the perfect side for any dish.
Clam Chowder?
Clam chowder is a staple of the Northeastern United States, and is a soup with claims of course, and many different varieties of vegetables. It’s a common food to serve on holidays, and there are different kinds, including the New England chowder and the Manhattan chowder.
Cannoli?
Cannoli are a signature Italian pastry, which literally means, little tube. They are a very popular dessert, made of fried shells of dough and filled with a sweet and creamy filling, generally of ricotta cheese, and can range in many different sizes from small bites to needing a fork.
S'mores?
S’mores are a classic camping food that can’t be forgotten. Simply take two graham crackers and put a piece of chocolate and a marshmallow between then, wrap it in tinfoil, heat it over some nice coals and enjoy this gooey campfire treat.
Oreo Cookies?
Perhaps no cookie has a greater debate than the Oreo cookie. Two chocolate cookies with frosting in the middle makes many people ask the question, how does someone at it properly? Twist and remove the frosting, or just dink in a glass of milk?
Pudding?
A simple treat that has so much potential, pudding can be a quick thing to grab for any dessert, or it can be used in pies, cakes or as filling for other desserts. Considering the options of flavors, it’s no wonder these little cups are easily available.
Tiramisu?
For a five-star dessert, turn to a Tiramisu cake. This coffee-flavored cake from Italy literally means ‘pick me up’, and is a layered cake of whipped mixture, mascarpone cheese, eggs, sugar and cocoa. It may be a little heavy on the calories, but it’s light as a feather and goes down easily.
Snickers?
When someone’s hungry and not themselves, grab a Snickers candy bar to cure their grumbling tummy. Snickers is one of the best-selling candy bars in the world with over $2 billion in global sales. That’s a lot of people who are definitely feeling better and more themselves.
Peanut Butter Cups
It was one of the great mysteries of the candy world, how did they get the peanut butter in the center of the Peanut Butter Cups. The popular candy was started by a dairy farmer and the only problem is, the standard package has three cups in it, when a sweet tooth will want a lot more.
Caesar Salad?
One of the most classic salads is the Caesar salad, which generally is made with romaine lettuce, croutons, bacon bits, parmesan cheese and of course the white dressing, or made fresh with oils. It’s one of the staple side dishes for any dinner party.
Shawarma?
Who doesn’t live meat shaved off a spinning rotisserie? Shawarma is an Arab favorite made of either chicken, lamb, turkey or beef that spins until it is shaved off and put in a pita. Then you can add different toppings and some heat spice with garlic spread for a true taste of the middle east.
Macarons?
A typical Macaron is a meringue-based cookie that is typically filled with ganache, buttercream or jam filling. The French are most known for the macaron making, but it has been brought over to the United States. It’s a moist cookie that melts in the mouth and comes in a variety of flavors.
