[For Seniors] Fun Food Trivia Quizzes You'll Want to Share

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When chatting with older adults, food often comes up as a topic, doesn’t it? Food is one of the subjects that both seniors and staff find easy to talk about.

So this time, we’d like to introduce some trivia quizzes about food.

Food-related topics that naturally expand conversations with seniors can also be used to facilitate communication.

You can use them as everyday conversation starters or as material for recreational activities.

Enjoy these food trivia quizzes we’ve gathered for you.

[For Seniors] Fun Food Trivia Quiz Collection You’ll Want to Share (21–30)

Giving macarons on Valentine’s Day means “You are someone special.”

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, many people give chocolate, but I’ve heard that giving macarons is said to mean “you’re someone special.” It’s apparently because they feel luxurious and take effort to make.

Be careful though—the sense of specialness can change depending on the color and flavor.

For example, pink represents eternal love, yellow stands for friendship, and brown signifies comfort and compassion.

Whether or not the recipient knows these meanings, it’s still fun to entrust those feelings to macarons, isn’t it?

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Giving marshmallows on Valentine’s Day means “I want to forget you quickly.”

Did you know that giving marshmallows on Valentine’s Day has quite a negative image? Because they melt away quickly in your mouth, they can be taken to mean “I want this to end soon” or “I’m turning you down.” It would be a shock to open a small gift and find that it’s marshmallows, wouldn’t it? By the way, chocolate-covered marshmallows are said to carry a positive meaning—like being wrapped in love—so if the person likes marshmallows, choosing chocolate-covered ones might be a good idea.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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In sukiyaki, which ingredient is considered better not to place next to the meat?

A quiz many people might already know! In sukiyaki, which ingredient is said to be better not placed next to the meat? Here’s a bit of trivia for you.

The correct answer is shirataki (konjac noodles).

Shirataki contains calcium, and when it comes into contact with protein, heat coagulation occurs, which causes the meat to toughen more quickly.

Some of you may have unknowingly placed them side by side in the pot.

To enjoy delicious, tender meat, it’s important to be a little mindful of how you arrange the ingredients.

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What kind of fish is in a can of tuna?

The fish in canned tuna are tuna and bonito.

Canned tuna comes in varieties such as oil-packed and water-packed, and it’s also classified by the shape of the meat.

Flakes are finely shredded pieces that can be used in a variety of dishes like salads, dressed sides, and sandwiches.

Chunks are more coarsely broken pieces that offer a firmer texture than flakes and are great as fillings for sandwiches or rice balls.

By using different types of canned tuna appropriately, you can expand your repertoire and enjoy delicious meals.

Have fun cooking easily with canned tuna!

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What do you call the black spots that appear on a banana peel?

The black spots that form on banana peels are called sugar spots.

Sugar spots are a sign that a banana has ripened and become delicious.

When the sugar spots spread all over and the peel becomes slightly soft, it’s said to be the ideal time to eat the banana as is.

You can also peel it, wrap it, and freeze it to enjoy in smoothies, cooking, or as a refreshingly cold banana ice treat.

Give it a try! Knowing the tips for when bananas are at their tastiest will help you enjoy even more delicious bananas.

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What is the reason melons develop their net-like patterns?

It’s said that the net-like pattern on melons forms to prevent the skin from cracking.

After pollination, melon fruits grow extremely rapidly from the early to middle stages.

As the flesh expands quickly, cracks appear in the skin, which cannot stretch enough.

This is the beginning of the net pattern.

The cracks do not form all at once; as the fruit continues to enlarge, new cracks appear one after another, and the repeated process of these cracks healing creates the intricate net-like pattern.

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