People We Never Realized Shaped How We Eat

The video explores influential figures in food history, including Julia Child, Auguste Escoffier, and Upton Sinclair, highlighting their contributions to cooking, restaurant practices, and food safety. It also covers James Hemmings' culinary exchange, Benihana's teppanyaki showmanship, William A. Mitchell's food innovations, the rise of drive-in restaurants, Chef Boyardee's legacy, and the origins of the food pyramid.

What was Julia Child's initial role in the Office of Strategic Services?

• Typist

• Chef

• Spy

• Translator

Which innovation is Auguste Escoffier credited with in the culinary world?

• Developing frozen meals

• Creating the first cooking assembly line

• Introducing fast food

• Inventing the microwave

What was the unintended impact of Upton Sinclair's book 'The Jungle'?

• Improved working conditions

• Increased meat consumption

• Focus on unsanitary food processing

• Rise of vegetarianism

What dish did Thomas Jefferson's chef, James Hemmings, introduce to America?

• Hamburgers

• Tacos

• Macaroni and cheese

• Sushi

What unique dining experience did Rocky Aoki popularize in America?

• Drive-in dining

• Teppanyaki cooking shows

• Food trucks

• Buffet style dining

Which product was NOT developed by William A. Mitchell?

• Cool Whip

• Tang

• Pop Rocks

• Instant noodles

What was the first drive-in restaurant opened by Jessie G. Kirby called?

• Drive Thru Delight

• Auto Diner

• Pig Stand

• Car Hop Cafe

What culinary creation is Gino Bellucci credited with?

• Canned soup

• Microwave dinners

• Pizza egg rolls

• Frozen pizza

Who developed the original concept of the food pyramid?

• Anna Brit Angsader

• Julia Child

• Auguste Escoffier

• Thomas Jefferson

What was a major difference between the Swedish and USDA food pyramids?

• The Swedish pyramid included more dairy

• The USDA pyramid recommended more bread servings

• The USDA pyramid excluded fruits

• The Swedish pyramid was circular