What is the most unusual or unexpected record ever set in the field of food, and how did someone come up with the idea?

The most unusual record ever set in the field of food is the Guinness World Record for the Largest Serving of Mashed Potatoes. This record was set by a restaurant called Black Bear Casino Resort in Minnesota, USA in 2012.

The idea for this record came about when the casino's food and beverage director wanted to come up with a unique way to celebrate National Potato Day. They decided to attempt to break the world record for the largest serving of mashed potatoes, which at the time was held by a hotel in Ireland.

After months of planning and preparation, the casino's culinary team created a massive dish that weighed over 4 tons and was made with over 2,000 pounds of potatoes, 1,000 pounds of butter, and 350 gallons of milk. The dish was then served to casino patrons, who were able to enjoy the massive serving of mashed potatoes for free.

Setting this unusual record required a lot of hard work and dedication, as well as a creative and ambitious idea. It also required a lot of potatoes!