How Well Do You Know Paul Bocuse?

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He received numerous awards including Commandeur de la Legion d’honneur from?
- Germary
- Holland
- France
- Portugal

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Paul Bocuse was a French chef who was based in Lyon and was known for the quality of his restaurants and his posh approach to cuisine. Take a quiz a and learn about the chef

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2.

Bocuse made many contributions to French gastronomy, his cooking style is?
- Cuisine
- Bravo Cuisine
- Nouvelle Cuisine
- Bella Cuisine
Correct Answer

A. Nouvelle Cuisine

Explanation

Bocuse made many contributions to French gastronomy, and his cooking style is known as Nouvelle Cuisine. This style emerged in the 1960s and 1970s and emphasized lighter, fresher ingredients and simpler presentation. Bocuse was one of the leading figures in this movement, which aimed to move away from the heavy, traditional French cuisine and introduce a more modern and innovative approach to cooking. His contributions to Nouvelle Cuisine have had a lasting impact on the culinary world.

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3.

A French chef based in Lyon, he died in the year?
- 2016
- 2014
- 2017
- 2018
Correct Answer

A. 2018

Explanation

The given question asks about the year in which a French chef based in Lyon died. The correct answer is 2018.

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4.

Bocuse restaurant near Lyon served soupe call V.G.E., VGE being the initials of former president of France?
- Valana Mousch Mapasante
- Valery Giscard d’Estaing
- Val Mike Paul
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Valery Giscard d’Estaing

Explanation

The correct answer is Valery Giscard d’Estaing. This is because V.G.E. is the initials of the former president of France, Valery Giscard d’Estaing.

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5.

Bocuse main restaurant is a luxury establishment located near?
- Wall Street
- Trump Tower
- Paris
- Lyon
Correct Answer

A. Lyon

Explanation

Bocuse main restaurant is located near Lyon because Lyon is the culinary capital of France and is known for its rich gastronomic tradition. Bocuse, being one of the most renowned chefs in the world, chose to establish his main restaurant in Lyon to be in close proximity to the city's vibrant food scene and to showcase the best of French cuisine.

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6.

Paul Bocuse was a student of Eugene Brazier, he was born in the year?
- 1930
- 1926
- 1950
- 1935
Correct Answer

A. 1926

Explanation

Paul Bocuse, a renowned French chef, was indeed a student of Eugene Brazier, who was also a well-known chef. Based on the information provided, Paul Bocuse was born in the year 1926.

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7.

Institute of America change the name of their Escoffier Restaurant to?
- Bocuse Restaurant
- Eatery Park
- Nouvelle Eatery
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Bocuse Restaurant

Explanation

The correct answer is Bocuse Restaurant. The Institute of America changed the name of their Escoffier Restaurant to Bocuse Restaurant.

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8.

One his student was Austrian Eckart Witzigmann who to received three?
- Grammy Awards
- Nouvelle Award
- Michelin stars
- Bocuse d’Or
Correct Answer

A. Michelin stars

Explanation

Eckart Witzigmann, an Austrian student, received three Michelin stars. Michelin stars are prestigious accolades awarded to exceptional restaurants for their culinary excellence. This recognition signifies that Witzigmann's restaurant(s) achieved the highest level of quality and creativity in their cuisine, as assessed by Michelin's anonymous inspectors. The three Michelin stars indicate that Witzigmann's restaurant(s) were considered to be among the finest dining establishments in the world.

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9.

The Culinary Institute of America honoured Bocuse in their Leadership Awards Gala of the year?
- 2008
- 2011
- 2010
- 2009
Correct Answer

A. 2011

Explanation

The Culinary Institute of America honored Bocuse in their Leadership Awards Gala in 2011.

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10.

He created soupe aux truffes for a presidentia dinner at the Elysee Palace in the year?
- 2010
- 1970
- 1975
- 1990
Correct Answer

A. 1975

Explanation

The correct answer is 1975. This is because the question is asking about the year when soupe aux truffes was created for a presidential dinner at the Elysee Palace. The other years mentioned in the options (2010, 1970, and 1990) are not relevant to the creation of the dish.

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