It's that time of the week again, it's quiz time!
So which of you is the Executive Chef and who should be relegated to pot-wash? Let's see how you faired in the kitchen (garden) with last week's questions!
In Shakespeare's Hamlet, which herb is said to be 'for remembrance'? Rosemary
Is parsley an annual, biennial or perennial plant? Biennial
Is French or Russian tarragon normally used in cooking? French
In which two European countries is caraway often used to to flavour breads and pastries? Germany and Austria
What is the main problem with growing mint in the garden? It spreads rapidly
From which flower does the expensive spice of saffron come from? Crocus
Which of the following plants are hardy annuals: sage, borage, chives, sorrell, dill? Borrage and dill
In what form is angelica normally used for decorating cakes and desserts? Crystalised
The traditional French blend of 'fines herbes' includes chervil, chives and tarragon. What is the fourth herb? Parsley
Which herb was regarded as a symbol of immortality by the Greeks and Romans? Tansy
Fresh coriander leaves are used in Indian cookery and the rest of the plant can also be cooked and eaten. Which vegetable family does it belong to? Carrot family
Which herb is used to flavour the tomato-based sauce on pizza? Oregano
Sage is now a familiar herb in the kitchen. What was its main purpose in the Middle Ages? Medicinal
Which is milder: American mustard or Dijon mustard? American
With which type of dish would you use lemon balm as a flavouring? Fish and poultry
What type of soil does thyme prefer? Well-drained lime or chalk
In the Middle East, cardamom is used in coffee and in Europe it flavours cakes. In France and the United States, its oil is used for a purpose unconnected with cookery. What do they use it for? Herbal aromatherapy
With what type of food are juniper berries most often used? Game
Which part of a ginger plant does the spice come from? The underground rhizome
What is a mixture of dried thyme, bay and parsley enclosed in a muslin bag called? Bouquet garni
Which herb sends cats into ecstasies? Catnip or catmint
What type of flavour does the vegetable fennel have? Aniseed
Camomile is often used in herbal tea. What is it said to promote? Relaxation and sleep
The curry plant has a very spicy aroma and silver leaves. What colour are the flowers of the plant? Yellow
Which of the following is not a herb or spice, savoury, soapwort, soy, sassafras? Soy is a condiment made from fermented soya beans
Well, I don't know about you, but at least I learned something there! Do let me know how you got on!
Now this week has felt like we're well and truly on our way to Autumn - so let's see how well you know the season and how it is marked across the world!
In parts of Canada and the US, taking a trip to enjoy autumnal foliage is a popular holiday choice. The activity is known as____? Conker-capturing, Seasonal-soldiering, or Leaf-peeping?
On the Baltic Peninsula of Zingst, which migrating birds can you watch this autumn? Robins, Cranes, or Canadian Geese?
In Central Park, New York - what can you expect to see this autumn? Snapping turtles in the lakes, goats roaming free, or leaves turning shades of gold, red and orange?
Which autumn festival is held annually in Munich, Germany? Oktoberfest, Ramsbottom Festival, or We R Fest?
In autumn what can you do in the Palatinate Forest? Collect pinenuts, collect chestnuts, or pick olives?
In autumn on the night of November 5th, people of Britain light fireworks and bonfires to celebrate the capture of a group of people who planned to destroy the buildings of Parliament in what year? 1605, 1730, or 1510?
In autumn, which country celebrates Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on the 1st - 2nd November? Mexico, Spain, or Columbia?
In Paris, the weather varies in the autumn, the average high temperature during the day in October is___? 21 degrees, 17 degrees, or 9 degrees?
In autumn you can visit any one of the many towns and villages in Italy that host Sagra dell'uva. Sagra dell'uva is the festival of___? Grapes, fine leather, or olives?