1.
What type of nuts are in the gianduja chocolate sauce?
Correct Answer
C. Hazelnut
Explanation
The correct answer is Hazelnut. Gianduja chocolate sauce is a traditional Italian sauce made with hazelnuts and chocolate. It is a creamy and rich sauce that has a distinct hazelnut flavor. Hazelnuts are commonly used in gianduja chocolate and are a key ingredient in this sauce.
2.
Where is St. Agur cheese made?
Correct Answer
B. Mont du Velay, France
Explanation
St. Agur cheese is made in Mont du Velay, France.
3.
What is our new soup?
Correct Answer
C. Buttersquash Soup
Explanation
The correct answer is Buttersquash Soup because it is listed as one of the options for the new soup.
4.
What new pizza(s) is offered as a BIT?
Correct Answer
A. Squash pizza
Explanation
The new pizza offered as a BIT is the Squash pizza.
5.
What kind of tomatoes are on the Chicken Sandwich?
Correct Answer
C. Roma
Explanation
The correct answer is Roma because Roma tomatoes are commonly used in sandwiches due to their firm texture and rich flavor. They are meaty and have fewer seeds, making them ideal for sandwiches as they don't make the bread soggy. Heirloom tomatoes are known for their unique flavors and are often used in salads or eaten fresh. Pickled tomatoes are not commonly used in sandwiches as they have a tangy and briny taste. Bangalore tomatoes do not exist, so they cannot be on the chicken sandwich.
6.
What is the spread(s) on the Italian Sandwich?
Correct Answer
B. Pickled vegetable spread
Explanation
The correct answer is pickled vegetable spread. This means that among the given options, the spread(s) on the Italian Sandwich includes pickled vegetable spread.
7.
How can you upsell sandwiches?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Offer sweet potato fries
B. Offer a specialty salad
C. Offer soup
Explanation
To upsell sandwiches, you can offer additional items like sweet potato fries, a specialty salad, or soup. These options provide customers with more choices and increase the overall value of their meal. By suggesting these complementary dishes, you can encourage customers to spend more and enhance their dining experience.
8.
Where is Luciano from?
Correct Answer
B. Italy
Explanation
Luciano is from Italy.
9.
How can you upsell the broccoli raab and guanciale pizza?
Correct Answer
C. Add an egg
Explanation
Adding an egg to the broccoli raab and guanciale pizza can be a great way to upsell it. The addition of an egg not only enhances the flavor but also adds a rich and creamy texture to the pizza. It creates a unique and indulgent experience for the customers, making the pizza more enticing and appealing. The runny yolk of the egg adds an extra element of richness and provides a delicious contrast to the crispy crust and savory toppings. Overall, adding an egg to the pizza can elevate its taste and make it a more desirable option for customers.
10.
Select all that apply to describe Guanciale
Correct Answer(s)
A. Pork cheek meat
B. Cured like Pancetta
Explanation
Guanciale is a type of Italian cured meat that is made from pork cheek meat. It is cured in a similar way to Pancetta, which involves salting and air-drying the meat. However, it is not an olive-based purée or one of the world's finest cheeses.
11.
We should offer our tables to share pizzas even if they all have entrées.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Pizzas are great for sharing always.
12.
We should offer our tables to share pastas even though they've all ordered entrées.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Always try to sell a pasta. Easy money.
13.
We can make the Pappardelle Pasta vegetarian.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
We can make it with vegetable stock, but it's not recommended—the rich chicken stock really drives the dish and veg stock would really compromise the integrity of the dish.
14.
Define chiffonade.
Correct Answer
D. Thin shreds or strips of leafy vegetables
Explanation
Chiffonade refers to thin shreds or strips of leafy vegetables. This technique is commonly used in cooking to cut leafy greens, such as basil or spinach, into delicate and attractive ribbons. By slicing the leaves into thin strips, it enhances the presentation of dishes and ensures even cooking.
15.
How can you upsell the Pappardelle Pasta?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Offer protein adders
B. Offer a salad starter
C. Offer soup
D. Offer a bowl of fries
E. Remind them to save room for dessert (AKA "planting" an idea)
Explanation
All these things are ways to add money to your pasta eater's check
16.
Where is the only place you can find raw cheeses on our menu?
Correct Answer
B. The Chef's flight
Explanation
The correct answer is "The Chef's flight." The question is asking where raw cheeses can be found on the menu. The Chef's flight is a selection of cheeses curated by the chef, which implies that it includes raw cheeses. Therefore, the only place to find raw cheeses on the menu is in The Chef's flight.
17.
What is Bucatini?
Correct Answer
C. Hollow noodles that are thicker than spaghetti
Explanation
Bucatini is a type of pasta that originated in Italy. It is characterized by its long, hollow shape and thicker size compared to spaghetti. The name "bucatini" comes from the Italian word "buco," which means hole or hollow. This pasta is often used in traditional Italian dishes and pairs well with rich sauces or hearty ingredients.
18.
What is Plugra Butter and why do we use it?
Correct Answer(s)
A. A luxurious, high-fat butter
B. Adds more flavor to the chestnut pappardelle
D. Helps the chefs control the salt content as opposed to salted butter
Explanation
Plugra Butter is a luxurious, high-fat butter that is used in cooking. It adds more flavor to dishes like chestnut pappardelle and is also used in the marinade for squash ribbons. Additionally, chefs prefer to use Plugra Butter because it allows them to have better control over the salt content compared to using salted butter.
19.
What cheese comes on the chestnut pappardelle pasta?
Correct Answer
A. Asiago
Explanation
The correct answer is asiago. Asiago cheese is commonly used in Italian cuisine and pairs well with pasta dishes. It has a rich, nutty flavor that complements the earthy taste of chestnut pappardelle pasta. Parmigiano reggiano, grana padano, and havarti are all delicious cheeses, but they are not typically used on chestnut pappardelle pasta.
20.
How is our cabonara different from classic preparations?
Correct Answer(s)
A. We use grana padano and pecorino romano
C. We don't use pancetta
D. We put duck in ours
Explanation
Classic cabonara is cooked pasta, cracked egg, a lot of black pepper, parsley, pecorino, pancetta.
Ours has duck confit, egg yolk, grana padano
21.
Our salmon is wild-caught.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Our salmon is farmed from Skuna Bay.
22.
What's special about Skuna Bay?
Correct Answer(s)
A. The water is glacier-fed ensuring perfect temperature
B. The strong tides help build thick fish bellies
C. The fish are harvested in a completely relaxed state to ensure firm texture
D. It's local
E. It's family owned
F. After the salmon are packed and sealed, the next person to open the box and touch the fish is the chef
Explanation
Skuna Bay is special for several reasons. Firstly, the water in which the fish are raised is glacier-fed, which ensures a perfect temperature for their growth and development. Secondly, the strong tides in the area help build thick fish bellies, which is a desirable characteristic for salmon. Additionally, the fish are harvested in a completely relaxed state, which helps to ensure a firm texture in the final product. Furthermore, Skuna Bay is a local and family-owned business, which adds to its uniqueness and appeal. Lastly, the company takes pride in the fact that after the salmon are packed and sealed, the next person to open the box and touch the fish is the chef, emphasizing their commitment to freshness and quality.
23.
What are our house made shrubs right now?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Pear
C. Blackberry
E. Peach
Explanation
The house currently has three types of shrubs: Pear, Blackberry, and Peach.
24.
What kind of toast comes with the duck liver pâté?
Correct Answer
D. Sourdough
Explanation
Sourdough is the type of toast that typically comes with duck liver pâté. Sourdough bread is known for its tangy flavor and chewy texture, which complements the rich and creamy taste of the pâté. The slight acidity of sourdough also helps to cut through the richness of the pâté, creating a balanced and delicious combination. Crostini, ciabatta, and toasted rye are also popular bread options for serving pâté, but sourdough is the most commonly used and traditional choice.
25.
What is the sauce on top of the duck liver pâté?
Correct Answer
D. Maple syrup gastrique
Explanation
The sauce on top of the duck liver pâté is maple syrup gastrique. A gastrique is a type of sauce made by caramelizing sugar and then adding vinegar to create a sweet and tangy flavor. In this case, maple syrup is used as the sweetener, giving the sauce a rich and distinct taste. It complements the richness of the duck liver pâté and adds a touch of sweetness to balance the flavors.
26.
Name all gluten-free appetizers (or can be modified gluten-free).
Correct Answer(s)
A. Cauliflower
B. Dates
C. Calamari
E. Salmon Tartare
F. Beef Tartare
G. Beets
H. Queso Fundido
I. Prawn Frites
J. Mussels
Explanation
86 the bread on the beef and salmon tartare, the calamari, and mussels. We can 86 the béchamel from the fundido, but it is not recommended. 86 the streusel on the beets to make it gluten free.
27.
What are the allergens on the picada on the seafood stew?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Nuts
B. Allium
D. Chili
E. Gluten
Explanation
The correct answer is nuts, allium, chili, and gluten. These ingredients are commonly known allergens that can cause adverse reactions in some individuals. Nuts, such as peanuts or tree nuts, are a common allergen and can cause severe allergic reactions. Allium, which includes onions and garlic, can also cause allergies in some people. Chili, particularly in the form of spicy peppers, can trigger allergies or sensitivities. Gluten, found in wheat and other grains, is a well-known allergen for individuals with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
28.
What changes happened to the Quinoa Salad?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Omitted cucumbers
C. Added squash
D. Omitted snap peas
F. Omitted tomatoes
Explanation
The changes that happened to the Quinoa Salad include omitting cucumbers, adding squash, omitting snap peas, and omitting tomatoes.
29.
What's the dressing on the Quinoa Salad?
Correct Answer
B. Lemon vinaigrette
Explanation
The dressing on the Quinoa Salad is Lemon vinaigrette. This is indicated by the answer choice "Lemon vinaigrette" being selected as the correct answer.
30.
Although it's not on our menu, we can add salmon to our salads for $12.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Please tell your guests that the salmon adder is $12 and it will be cooked to MEDIUM unless specified otherwise.
31.
What are our short ribs braised in?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Milk
B. Onions
D. Cloves
E. Heavy Cream
Explanation
The short ribs are braised in a mixture of milk, onions, cloves, and heavy cream. This combination of ingredients helps to tenderize the meat and infuse it with rich flavors. The milk and heavy cream add creaminess and richness to the braising liquid, while the onions and cloves provide aromatic and savory notes. Overall, this braising mixture creates a flavorful and tender result for the short ribs.
32.
What's different about the duck entrée?
Correct Answer
C. We 86'd the fig and substituted syrah-poached pears
Explanation
The correct answer is that the fig has been removed and syrah-poached pears have been substituted instead.
33.
What two new sides do we offer?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Willie's Greens
C. Truffled Polenta
Explanation
The two new sides that are being offered are Willie's Greens and Truffled Polenta.
34.
What is our chicken breast for the chicken sandwich and chicken adder marinated in?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Olive Oil
C. Rosemary
D. Thyme
E. Garlic
G. Salt
Explanation
The chicken breast for the chicken sandwich and chicken adder is marinated in a mixture of olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and salt.
35.
Why can't an allium-sensitive guest enjoy the lamb burger?
Correct Answer
E. All the above
Explanation
The allium-sensitive guest cannot enjoy the lamb burger because all of the options listed contain garlic. The Pomodoraccio tomatoes, marinated cucumbers, olive tapenade, and patty all have garlic in them, making the entire burger unsuitable for someone with a sensitivity to alliums.