Posts tagged with Food and Drink

Which company used the slogan "You Deserve a Break Today"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 14, 2025

"You deserve a break today" became the soundtrack to kitchen cleanup and carpool lines across America. The catchy tune made everyone crave a quick meal break, but which restaurant chain convinced America we all deserved one?

What NYC deli was featured in "When Harry Met Sally"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 14, 2025

That infamous "I'll have what she's having" from "When Harry Met Sally" made film history and turned a Manhattan deli into an instant tourist destination. Which historic New York City delicatessen played host to this iconic scene?

What was the original name for Starburst candy?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 6, 2025

Those little square fruit chews we know as Starburst have been around since the late 1950s. What were these fruit-flavored favorites originally called?

What was the first vegetable grown in space?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 15, 2024

The quest to grow food in space was about to take one small step for vegetables, one giant leap for space agriculture. Which humble vegetable would become our first successful space crop?

Which fruit is known as the "King of Fruits"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 6, 2024

Some fruits are happy being humble little snacks. But one ambitious fruit shot straight for the throne and claimed the title of absolute monarchy. Which bold botanical dared to declare itself the "King of Fruits"?

Which state produces the most turkeys?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 28, 2024

Every Thanksgiving, as Americans settle in to watch "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving," roughly 46 million turkeys make their way to dinner tables across the nation. Which state produces the most turkeys?

What year did the “Got Milk” ad campaign launch?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 23, 2024

We've all been there – that moment of dairy desperation when the carton runs dry. But when exactly did advertising execs turn this universal trauma into advertising gold by just asking, "Got Milk"?

"The Taste is Gonna Move You!" was the jingle for which product?

By Nerdy Trivia | November 14, 2024

Between totally radical TV shows in 1986, a commercial jingle promised a taste that would get you moving. Which product turned flavored fun into California dreaming?

Which ancient empire invented apple bobbing?

By Nerdy Trivia | October 31, 2024

Every October, partygoers worldwide dunk their heads into water-filled basins, desperately trying to grab floating apples with their teeth. Which empire do we have to thank for this peculiar pastime?

When was the first time beer was sold in a can?

By Nerdy Trivia | September 17, 2024

Explore the revolutionary history of canned beer. Discover when this game-changing packaging first hit the market and how it transformed the brewing industry and consumer experience.

Which country eats the most ice cream per capita?

By Nerdy Trivia | September 7, 2024

While in terms of sheer volume there are a few places that consume a lot of the cold stuff, you can get a sense for who really loves ice cream by drilling down to a per capita level. When you look at it on a per person consumption basis, which country eats the most ice cream?

What was E.T.'s favorite candy?

By Nerdy Trivia | August 31, 2024

It's hard to understate the numerous strokes of genius Steven Spielberg had while making 1982's E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. In one of the biggest moments in product placement history, which candy was E.T. introduced to that he ended up loving?

The Best 90s Snacks That Ruled the Lunchroom

By Jesse Lennox | August 29, 2024

Relive the glory days of '90s lunchroom snacks! From Dunkaroos to Cosmic Brownies, discover 10 iconic treats that ruled school cafeterias and made you the envy of your peers.

What fruit is associated with death in "The Godfather"?

By Nerdy Trivia | August 22, 2024

Dive into the cinematic masterpiece The Godfather and uncover the hidden symbolism behind a certain fruit that ominously signals death throughout the film. Can you guess which tasty snack has a darker side in Francis Ford Coppola's iconic 1972 classic?

Where is the world’s oldest brewery?

By Nerdy Trivia | July 16, 2024

It’s clear that beer is literally part of our DNA. It’s just science. So it’s no surprise that there are some breweries out there who have been perfecting the art of brewing for a very, very long time. But where is the oldest brewery located?