There are many instances of food being referenced in the books and not just because Scotty always seemed to be hungry.

1. What did Barby eat in The Phantom Shark that "tasted like chicken"?
   Rosette Saute - Flying fox, a type of fruit bat.
2. What was "pigeon kai-kai fashion belong white man"? (From Otera in 100 Fathoms Under)
   Fried chicken in beche-de-mer (pidgin english)
3. What did Barby make in Sea Gold that helped out with the sea mine rebuilding?
   A cake, that Rick and Scotty replaced with a balloon and frosted.
4. What giant meal did Rick have to use a saber saw and chisel on?
   A 4 foot lobster in Danger Below!
5. How did Rick like his hamburgers? (The Ruby Ray Mystery)
   with tomato, lettuce and lots of mayonnaise. (Page 44)