1. Which herb is regarded as “The King of Herbs” by many leading cookery authors ?

2. Used generally in the cooking of lamb, which herb is thought to be the herb of remembrance ?

3. From which tree is the spice MACE obtained ?

4. Which herb combined with onion is commonly used as a stuffing for poultry and meat ?

5. Which spice imparts a yellow colour to Indian cuisine ?

6. Which herb is commonly used to flavour the tomato on pizza toppings ?

7. What type of flavour does FENNEL have ?

8. Which part of the ginger plant is used in cooking ?

9. Which FOUR herbs did Simon & Garfunkel sing about in the 1960s ?

10. Which spice is said to combine the flavours of Cinnamon, Nutmeg & Cloves, hence it's name ?

11. By what name is wine that has been combined with a mixture of spices and often served warm, known?

12. Which spice widely used in Indian cooking is known as “The queen of spices” ?

13. Which spice, obtained from the flower of the crocus, is one of the most expensive ?

14. Which herb added to soups and stews is usually removed prior to serving ?

15. In the children's TV series “The Herbs”, what type of creature was Parsley ?

16. With over 150 varieties, which common herb is said to provide relief from an upset stomach ?

17. What is the difference between a HERB and a SPICE ?

18. What are the real names of The Spice Girls ?

19. In what units are the heat from chillies measured ?

20. Which spice, synonymous with Christmas, are the dried flower buds of a tropical tree ?

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