The History and Significance of Salt and Pepper

What was one of the earliest uses of salt in ancient civilizations?

• As a decorative item

• To preserve food

• As a currency for trade

• For flavoring desserts

How did the Portuguese influence the availability of pepper in the late 15th century?

• By mixing it with other spices

• By cultivating it on a large scale

• By banning its trade

• By using it exclusively in royal dishes

Which culinary trend helped popularize the combination of salt and pepper?

• Spanish tapas culture

• French culinary fashion

• Italian Renaissance cuisine

• British afternoon tea

What innovation in 1911 helped make salt more accessible to the general public?

• The invention of salt cellars

• The creation of easy-flow salt

• The introduction of flavored salts

• The development of salt mines

Which seasoning is often used in place of black pepper in other cultures?

• Chilli

• Cinnamon

• Ginger

• Nutmeg