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Pieman Harry and the Stars Trivia Quiz

Harry's Cafe de Wheels is a famous Australian institution, serving "Pie and Peas" to all comers. Harry has fed many stars and celebrities. See if you can recognise some of his world famous clientele.

A multiple-choice quiz by Nannanut. Estimated time: 6 mins.

Author
Nannanut

Time
6 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
197,284

Updated
Apr 08 23

# Qns
10

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Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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Top 35% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Harry (Tiger) Edwards set up a small cafe caravan near the naval dockyards in Woolloomooloo just before World War II broke out. When he returned from active duty, he re-opened his business and established one of Sydney's most famous eateries. His main culinary delight? The humble meat pie. One of his early celebrity visitors was in Australia to film "The Sundowners" in the late 1950s. Which hell raising Hollywood star was a fan of Harry's pies? Hint

Gregory Peck

Peter Lawford

Cary Grant

Robert Mitchum

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Question 2 of 10

2. The name "Cafe de Wheels" came about because the city council required that mobile food outlets move 12 inches a day. That's precisely what Harry did. Another visitor to Harry's establishment was a very glamorous star who may well have said that she was "Falling in Love Again" each time she stopped by for some sustenance. Hint

Ava Gardner

Judy Garland

Marlene Deitrich

Grace Kelly

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Question 3 of 10

3. Harry's reputation grew through the 1960s and 1970s. In 1974, a famous US fast food entrepreneur stopped at the mobile cafe and promptly ate three "Pie and Peas". Who was this appreciative master of fast food? Hint

Colonel Sanders

Dave Thomas

Ray Kroc

Charlie Harmon

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Question 4 of 10

4. Harry's mobile eatery has served meat pies and crumbed sausages to the best. Soldiers, sailors, cabbies, policemen - everyone is assured of a good feed.
One celebrity who was a committed consumer of Harry's fare, caused an uproar during his 1974 visit by referring to Australian male reporters as "bums and parasites". Which blue eyed performer had unions threatening to boycott the remainder of his visit? Hint

David Bowie

Bob Hope

Frank Sinatra

Bing Crosby

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Question 5 of 10

5. In 1984 another celebrity visitor to Australia surprised the world by marrying sound engineer Renate Blauel when he was in Sydney. He actually called a press conference that was held at Harry's Cafe de Wheels during his visit. Who was this famous piano man?

Answer: (Two words, First and last name or last name only. 5 letters and 4 letters)

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Question 6 of 10

6. Warmly dubbed "the only international comedienne", this incredibly talented lady has visited Australia many times. While this American entertainer describes her comedy as "tragedy revisited", she also claims to be Harry's Cafe de Wheels' most ardent fan. "Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight." is some of her sage advice. Who is this wonderfully zany pie connoisseur? Hint

Rita Rudner

Julie Walters

Bette Midler

Phyllis Diller

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Question 7 of 10

7. Australia is a favourite of many international celebrities and a very popular destination for those who simply want to relax. One regular visitor asserts that Australia is his number one international fan base. He has been a regular at Harry's eatery whenever he is in town. "Hey Laaa-dy! Want a pie?" Who is this "King of Comedy"? Hint

Joe Levy

Billy Connolly

Jerry Lewis

David Spade

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Question 8 of 10

8. Visiting stars from overseas have increased in number with the growth of the Australian film industry. Sydney now boasts a large film studio very close to the city centre and the Cafe de Wheels sees a regular stream of famous faces. One star visited Sydney to promote his film which has been touted as one of Hollywood's most expensive flops - "Waterworld". The Cafe may have offered some comfort as this celebrity was photographed tasting Harry's wares during his promotional visit. Hint

Warren Beatty

Kevin Kline

Kevin Spacey

Kevin Costner

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Question 9 of 10

9. Another regular visitor to Australia has two stops to make when he reaches Sydney. He makes a point of relaxing in the wonderful Southern Highlands of New South Wales to the south of the city. He uses his "City Slickers" riding skills as he escapes to a quieter rural world and then in Sydney he eats at the Cafe de Wheels. Who is this actor? Hint

Seth Green

John Cusack

Billy Crystal

Rupert Everett

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Question 10 of 10

10. Australia never forgets its own stars even if they seek fame and fortune overseas. One of the country's most loved entertainers eats at Harry's whenever she returns. "You're the One That I Want" or "We Go Together" might well apply to Harry's "Pie and Peas". Who is she? Hint

Pat Carroll

Katie Noonan

Olivia Newton-John

Kate Ceberano

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Robert Mitchum

Robert Mitchum came to Australia with his co-star Deborah Kerr to film the movie adaption of Jon Cleary's novel "The Sundowners". By this time Harry's Cafe de Wheels was gaining an excellent reputation for a good feed late at night and Mitchum was a patron.

Answer: Marlene Deitrich

Dietrich was one of the many celebrities who had their photo taken in front of Harry's. Sadly she broke her leg in Sydney in 1975 during what was to be her last stage appearance.
The mobile cafe had its wheels stolen at one point and laconic Australian patrons quickly dubbed it "Cafe de Axle".

Answer: Colonel Sanders

The rather conspicuous Colonel Harland Sanders made front page news in Sydney that day. The Colonel leant on his walking stick in front of Harry's and happily consumed his rather large meal.
The serving of "mushy peas" with the famous pie was a legacy from Harry Edward's early English heritage.

4. Harry's mobile eatery has served meat pies and crumbed sausages to the best. Soldiers, sailors, cabbies, policemen - everyone is assured of a good feed. One celebrity who was a committed consumer of Harry's fare, caused an uproar during his 1974 visit by referring to Australian male reporters as "bums and parasites". Which blue eyed performer had unions threatening to boycott the remainder of his visit?

Answer: Frank Sinatra

Not only did Sinatra insult the male members of the press corps, he also referred to female reporters as "buck-and-a-half hookers". This so angered Australians, that unions banned the refuelling of Sinatra's plane so he wouldn't be able to leave. Frank retaliated by threatening to cancel the remainder of his tour. Union leader Bob Hawke finally calmed the situation and the standoff was resolved.

Answer: Elton John

The pair were married at an Anglican church in Sydney on Valentine's Day, 1984. The marriage did not last. Elton John is a regular visitor to Harry's caravan, possibly because the menu is reminiscent of good solid English fare. While pies are the main menu item, patrons can also order hot dogs in various guises and Harry even features a small vegetarian selection.

However Australians do like tomato sauce or ketchup on their meat pies. Considered to have originiated with the many sailors who use Harry's, the consumption of a cup of tomato soup with the staple offering is described as a pie with a pint of blood!

Answer: Phyllis Diller

Phyllis Diller has visited Australia many times with her special brand of comedy. Harry's is a definite port of call for a late night meal whenever she is in Sydney.
The Cafe de Wheels is a hardened survivor. It has weathered attempts to have it moved from the Cowper Wharf area or even shut down altogether.

Answer: Jerry Lewis

Born Joseph Levitch in 1926, Jerry Lewis claims Australians are his number one international fans and Japan runs second. He loves Harry's fare and makes a point of checking in whenever he visits Australia.
The mobile eatery has received official status from the Australian Navy. HMAS Harry has been formally recognised for its support of servicemen and the many naval personnel who work in the area.

Answer: Kevin Costner

"Waterworld" (1995) is considered one of Hollywood's major film disasters. During his promotional tour to Sydney, Costner defended the film and his Mariner character's sexist violence. He was also photographed tucking into one of Harry's famous pies.

Answer: Billy Crystal

Billy's horse riding skills were evident in "City Slickers" (1991). The Southern Highlands offer a perfect getaway from Sydney and horse riding establishments abound. He counts the Cafe de Wheels as a must when he returns to "the big smoke".
The caravan itself has undergone several facelifts. Most recently it has received the attention of artist Alan Puckett who has painted several murals on the sides of the van. Most of the art works involve 1940's memorabilia but one actually comments on the famous Sinatra incident.
Go to http://members.ozemail.com.au/~puckett/harrys.htm for a closer look.

Answer: Olivia Newton-John

Olivia Newton-John has also succumbed to Harry's late night fare. She has her picture pinned to the display of newsclippings and celebrity photographs.
Harry's Cafe de Wheels has served thousands of hungry faces. Many are tourists or faithful citizens of Sydney. Some are very famous and have become supporters of this small caravan and its delicious menu.
The opinion is all but universal - Harry's Cafe de Wheels rocks!

Source: Author Nannanut

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