Saturday 23 December 2023

Answers to Second Christmas Five Quiz, and a Christmas Tree that is edible!

Hello there, I hope you enjoyed yesterday's quiz. Many thanks to all those who read the post and special thanks to those who took time to comment.

Did you know the answers? Well, as promised here are the answers to the five questions. For ease I have repeated the questions, and given links to more details ...

Which famous scientist was born on Christmas Day in 1642?
Isaac Newton - read more here

What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in their advertising since 1931?
Coca-Cola - more to read here

In which country did Panettone originate?
Italy - read about it here

In Japan, which takeaway food is traditionally eaten at Christmas?
KFC - read about it here

There are more than 110 varieties of which popular Christmas vegetables?
Brussels Sprouts - more to read here

How did you do? Before I researched the answers, I knew three, and guessed at two! 😊

... and now, here's a tasty Christmas recipe for you.
A Christmas Tree That's Edible
The Brussels Sprouts Christmas Tree It's a Showstopper
more details/instructions here


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All the best Jan

26 comments:

  1. I did not do well, only 2.
    The edible tree looks yummy.
    Have a wonderful weekend.

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  2. Love the Brussels Sprouts tree, great idea! Valerie

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  3. ...someday I need to try and enjoy Brussel sprouts. ☃️ 🎄 ❄️ 🎅🏼

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  4. I am with Tom. And between knowing and guessing got four out of five.

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  5. Number 1and5 were new to me -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com

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  6. Hi Jan! Thanks for visiting my blog today!

    Kim in Oreogn

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  7. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas ---- and all the best in 2024.

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  8. I just didn't know the first one.
    Like your quizes.
    Edible tree looks good!!

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  9. Though I didn't take your quiz yesterday, I read it today and enjoyed. I would love the brussel sprout tree, but my family would not unfortunately. Merry Christmas to you and Eddie!

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  10. ...and Brussels sprouts are so delicious. Yesterday I had a Brussels sprout soup - we call it a stew - the basis was lamb... the dream, my husband said :-))) Cook is happy and enjoys it.
    Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones and a happy new year.
    Yes, we enjoy to the fullest and are happy... Hugs from Viola

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  11. I don't particularly like Brussel Sprouts, but I do like the edible tree.

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  12. The Brussel sprout Christmas tree would look lovely on a buffet table. Thank you for the recipe Jan :) Also enjoyed your quiz though late getting here and I enjoyed the answers. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Eddie :)

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  13. Bonito ese árbol de Navidad. De esté cuestionario solo he acertado tres. Un abrazo.

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  14. I knew the first three. Haven't eaten KFC in years. I like sprouts, garnished with butter and nutmeg.

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  15. I didn't know about KFC in Japan. I think it is closed here on Christmas Day.

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  16. A fun quiz and it was fun seeing how many answers I could manage, thanks.

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  17. Wow I only got two of them right, the ones I guessed I did not guess right.
    Merry Christmas to you both!

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  18. The Brussels sprouts tree is fabulous. What a great presentation. Merry Christmas and best wishes for blessings of peace, joy, and good health with family and friends.

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  19. Hello,
    What a nice and delicious creation.
    Very well done. So special how you have made this.

    Greetings, Marco

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  20. Brussels Sprouts? Really?!!!!

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  21. Hello Jeanie

    Yes, really ...

    There are more than 110 different varieties of Brussels sprout available, as well as the Flower Sprout, a sprout/kale hybrid which contains double the vitamin B6 and C of a traditional sprout.

    https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/grow-your-own/features/fascinating-facts-brussels

    All the best Jan

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  22. Yet another yummy recipe ~ fun ~

    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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