If You've Eaten 23/30 of These Foods, We'd Guess You're Older Than 50

By: Kennita Leon
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
If You've Eaten 23/30 of These Foods, We'd Guess You're Older Than 50
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About This Quiz

The food that we eat can say so much about us. It can tell others how health conscious we are, which part of the world we come from and even how old we are. 

How can food do all that? Well, if you're from the Caribbean, there's a chance that you're more of a fan of fried plantains and jerk chicken than someone who didn't grow up around those foods. The same goes for age. If you were to tell a 16-year-old about canned fruit salads, there's a high chance they'd stick their tongue out and say that it sounds disgusting, but because you grew up in a time where it was considered normal, you'd feel the opposite way.

We're going to attempt to guess your age (particularly whether you're nearing 50 or not) with this food quiz. We'll test your knowledge of retro dishes as well as today's trendy snacks. Remember, the definition of "green salad" means many things to many people.  With that in mind, if you're ready to find out whether you're a half century old in food years or just a wee babe, take this quiz!

How does pineapple chicken sound?
Utterly disgusting
Like it's a confused dish
Nostalgic
Delicious

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How much do you love Hamburger Helper?
I've never had it.
It's fine when I'm busy.
It's comfort food.
I really love it.

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What's Watergate salad?
I don't know.
Something Nixon invented?
A salad?
It's a reminder of my youth.

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Have you ever heard of a cheese log?
Never
No, but I know what a yule log is.
I have.
I feel like eating one right now.

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Have you ever had a pastry snail?
Tell me those weren't real snails.
No, I haven't.
I've had them at family holiday functions.
I had so many of those.

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How delicious are quiches?
I don't like them.
I just discovered them.
They're really good.
They're not my favorite, but I'll eat a slice.

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How old do you think carrot cake is?
Much older than I am
A decade or two older than me
About the same age as me
A little younger than me

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Is beef Wellington your thing?
Nope
It used to be.
It kind of is.
Definitely

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Have you ever heard of cheese fondue?
I haven't.
It sounds familiar.
Of course!
I practically invented it.

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How much do you love crown roast?
I don't see what the big deal is.
It's fine.
It's nice on special occasions.
Don't even get me started on how great it is.

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What are your thoughts on herring apple teaser?
A what-what?
I don't want to have thoughts on this.
I think I've had it.
My parents always served that.

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How delicious is pasta primavera?
I wouldn't know.
I can't remember. It's been a while.
It's good, but not particularly special.
It's awesome.

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Are you a fan of chicken Kiev?
Isn't Kiev a city?
I'm not sure what that is.
I wasn't a big fan.
Yes! And no one made it better than my granny.

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What's beef Stroganoff?
It's a meat dish.
It's a baked beef dish.
It's includes cream and mushrooms, I think.
It's a beef and pasta dish.

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Has anyone ever given you a broiled grapefruit?
No, thank goodness.
No, but I've seen one.
My grandmother used to make them.
My mom used to make them.

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How do lemon bars sound?
Sour
Like a fun candy
Like one of my favorite desserts
Like something I ate almost every day

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Have you ever heard of tomato coulis?
A what?
No, it doesn't ring a bell.
Yes, and it's quite good.
Who hasn't?

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How delicious is pumpkin bread?
I like it with coffee.
It's nice in autumn.
It's the best.
I'm not a fan.

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How much do you love moussaka?
What now?
Yum!
I'm not a huge fan.
It's good, but I prefer spanokopita.

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Are you a fan of the Acapulco burger?
An alpaca burger?
I've never tried one.
It's fine.
I love making them!

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Is marinated mushrooms something you'd love to try?
Never
I would, actually.
I've had my fair share.
Been there, done that.

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What on Earth are celestial peaches?
Well, the name suggests they aren't from Earth.
They're peaches that taste heavenly.
I think it's a drink.
It's a baked dessert with peaches.

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Have you ever heard of raspberry foldovers?
Not before today
I don't think so.
I have, but I haven't tasted one.
Of course, I have!

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What's lasagna?
Not as good as spaghetti
A very delicious Italian dish
A darn great pie
The best baked pasta dish ever created

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How delicious is fish divan?
I've never had it.
I've heard my parents talk about it.
I used to like it.
It was, and still is, good.

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Have you ever eaten a shrimp puff?
No, and I don't want to eat that.
I think I ate one once at a fancy party.
My parents used to serve them as appetizers.
Oh! I should make those again!

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Were you a fan of eggs rarebit?
I don't even know what an eggs rabbit is.
Nope
It's fine.
Definitely

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Have you ever heard of deep-fried Twinkies?
Yes! So good!
They're fun to try once.
I'm not a fan.
You deep-fried what???

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Are animal crackers your thing?
They're a nice snack.
When I was a kid, they were my favorite.
I've always preferred the frosted kind.
No, I'm too old for those.

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Have you ever heard of French toast?
I've heard of it, but never tried it.
I order it once in awhile for breakfast or brunch.
Who hasn't?
I make it every weekend.

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