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"?
2. What was "pigeon kai-kai fashion belong white man"? (From Otera in 100 Fathoms Under)
3. What did Barby make in Sea Gold that helped out with the sea mine rebuilding?
4. What giant meal did Rick have to use a saber saw and chisel on?
5. How did Rick like his hamburgers? (The Ruby Ray Mystery)