[Answer] My passion for food has given me a reputation as a _______ among my friends.

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "My passion for food has given me a reputation as a _______ among my friends."

...1. Draconian 2. Prescind 3. Sobriquet 4. Gourmand

[Answer] Houston has a reputation for being hot, hot, hot. Which "paradise in the city" do we say is the best place to enjoy a hot Houston day?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question " Houston has a reputation for being hot, hot, hot. Which "paradise in the city" do we say is the best place to enjoy a hot Houston day? "

...1. Southern Sweat Lodge 2. Longhorn Cavern 3. Hermann Park 4. Pirates Bay

[Answer] 1. The State of Texas has a reputation for all things large, however, it is *NOT* the "Big Sky State." Which Western state with its capital of Helena, carries that nickname?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. The State of Texas has a reputation for all things large, however, it is *NOT* the "Big Sky State." Which Western state with its capital of Helena, carries that nickname? "

...1. Oregon 2. Utah 3. Nevada 4. Montana Montana is also known as "The Treasure State," and has slogans including "Land of the Shining Mountains" and "The Last Best Place." Quite something to live up to! Big Sky is, in fact, a census-designated community straddling Gallatin and Madison counties. It is home to a namesake ski resort, as well as the Moonlight Basin Ski Resort, together boasting "The Biggest Skiing in America" - something else to live up to!

[Answer] There is another industry that is flourishing in the Golden Horseshoe and growing every year. This industry is gaining a reputation as one of the world's premier manufacturers of a quality product. What product am I talking about?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "There is another industry that is flourishing in the Golden Horseshoe and growing every year. This industry is gaining a reputation as one of the world's premier manufacturers of a quality product. What product am I talking about?"

...The Niagara region is a prime grape growing area with literally hundreds of vineyards. Besides good wines of every variety, the area is renowned for its ice wine. Ice wine is produced from grapes that have been frozen before being harvested, producing a delicious dessert wine. Although many countries produce ice wine, the Niagara area is the largest producer in the world. You have to love those Canadian winters.