Sherlock Foams & The Case Of The Great Dinner Mix-up

GREETINGS, fellow sleuths and gourmands! While our beloved fictional detectives are known for their razor-sharp minds and unyielding pursuit of justice, many of them also share a lesser-known passion: a finely honed taste for food. Today, we invite you to solve a culinary mystery of your own. Below, you’ll find descriptions of famous detectives paired with their favourite foods. But there’s a twist – the foods and detectives are all mixed up! Your task is to match each detective to their preferred dish or drink. Happy sleuthing!

PUZZLE THIS OUT

1. This meticulous Belgian detective, with a penchant for symmetry and order, often indulges in a warm, rich beverage mid-morning.

2. Known for his love of fine wines and extravagant meals, this English nobleman-detective spares no expense in his culinary pursuits.

3. An American detective who enjoys hearty, straightforward meals, often found in the diners and grills of his city.

4. A New York detective who rarely leaves his house, yet enjoys the finest delicacies prepared by his personal chef.

5. This Victorian detective occasionally pauses his cases for a cup of fine tea.

6. A French inspector whose cases often lead him to savour delectable seafood and other local specialties.

7. With a diet reflecting his no-nonsense attitude, this hardboiled detective frequently opts for fast food.

8. This Sicilian inspector treasures his housekeeper’s homemade treats.

Column B – The Foods

1. Skate wings with black butter, a favourite detour for this gourmand detective.

2. Arancini balls, perfect for an inspector navigating the murkiness of Sicilian crime.

3. Curried chicken and a blend of earl grey and lapsang souchong tea for this detective who is all about focusing on the elementary.

4. Duckling with shad roe mousse, enjoyed by a detective who rarely leaves his home.

5. Croissants and hot chocolate, preferred by a detective with an impeccable moustache.

6. Lamb chops with a baked potato, often ordered by a no-nonsense American sleuth.

7. Fried egg and toast squares, always served in perfect symmetry.

8. A luxurious spread featuring fine wines, often consumed by an aristocratic detective.

SOLVED!

A1. Hercule Poirot - B5. Croissants and hot chocolate

A2. Lord Peter Wimsey - B8. A luxurious spread featuring fine wines

A3. Sam Spade - B6. Lamb chops with a baked potato

A4. Nero Wolfe - B4. Duckling with shad roe mousse

A5. Sherlock Holmes - B3. Curried chicken and a blend of earl grey and lapsang souchong tea

A6. Inspector Maigret - B1. Skate wings with black butter

A7. Philip Marlowe - B7. Fried egg and toast squares

A8. Inspector Montalbano - B2. Arancini balls

EARNED YOUR DEERSTALKER HAT?

8 Correct: Congratulations, Master Detective! Your culinary sleuthing skills are unparalleled.

6-7 Correct: Well done, Savvy Sleuth! You have a keen eye (and palate) for detail.

4-5 Correct: Not bad, Aspiring Gumshoe. With a bit more practice, you’ll be cracking cases in no time.

2-3 Correct: Keep at it, Junior Investigator. The path to detective greatness is paved with practice.

0-1 Correct: Don’t worry, Culinary Clue-Getter. Even the greatest detectives started somewhere.