Gothambu/Gothumbu Nurukku Payasam also called Gothambu/Gothumbu Ari Payasam is Cracked/broken Wheat Pudding which is one of the desserts or snacks from Kerala, India

Gothambu/Gothumbu Nurukku Payasam is made from Cracked/Broken Wheat, Ghee, Milk and Jaggery, spiced with Cardamom Powder. Exceptional ingredients are Raisins and Cashew Nuts. However, most housewives who cook any kind of Payasam always add Cashew Nuts, especially when it is cooked for special occassions, like Onam and birthday celebrations.

Picture below is one of the several varieties of Payasam which I was served in Allepey, Kerala, India.

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English: Broken wheat ball / Deutsch: Weizenkugel / Español: Bolita de trigo partido / Português: Bolinha de trigo partido / Français: Boule de blé cassé / Italiano: Pallina di grano spezzato /

Gothambu Unda refer to sweet balls from Kerala, India made from Wheat, ghee, jaggery, Cardamom and grated fresh coconut then formed into balls and steamed. Gothambu Unda is literally translated as "wheat ball"

Gothambu and Unda are Malayalam words for Wheat and Ball, respectively

It is said that Gothambu Unda have been famous in Kerala as the standard prison food. Nowadays, people from Kerala used Gothambu to make various dishes and sweets for snacks.

Gothambu is also spelled Gothumbu.

Below is a picture of the Gothambu Unda made by a family friend from Allepey, Kerala, India using Cracked/Broken Wheat called Gothambu Nurukku or Gothambu Ari in Malayalam, the language of spoken in the state of Kerala.

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English: Sautéed Upo / Deutsch: Gebratener Upo / Español: Upo salteado / Português: Upo refogado / Français: Upo sauté / Italiano: Upo saltato /

Ginisang Upo refers to sauteed Bottle Gourd in English. Upo is sliced into small cubes and sauteed with onions and garlic, and sometimes with a bit of ground pork or small pieces of shrimps. Sometimes, housewives also saute Upo with canned sardines. Upo can also be sauteed plain with just chopped onions and garlic and it will still taste good.

Ginisa means saute in the Philippines using onions (sibuyas), garlic (bawang), tomatoes (kamatis) and/or ginger (luya). Ginger is especially used by some cookes in the Philippines when cooking fish or chicken to remove the fishy taste.

Almost all kinds of vegetables are used in the Philippines for Ginisa or sauteed dishes, such as Eggplant (Talong), Ampalaya (Bitter gourd), Sitaw (snake beans), Kalabas (Squash/Pumpkin), and many more.

In small food shops and food stalls along the streets in the Philippines called Karinderia or Turo-Turo, Ginisang Upo and other sauteed vegetables are always a part of the many dishes being offered most especially for lunch. These Sauteed vegetables are sold cheap for the masses who want cheap and affordable, but nutrious foods

Below are pictures of Ginisang Upo sold in a small food shop (Karinderia)in the Philippines during lunchtime.

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Deutsch: Guinness Bier / Español: Cerveza Guinness / Português: Cerveja Guinness / Français: Bière Guinness / Italiano: Birra Guinness

Guinness Beer in the food context refers to a world-renowned dark stout beer that originated in Dublin, Ireland, in the 18th century. It is one of the most iconic and recognizable beer brands globally, famous for its rich, creamy head and distinctive deep-black color. The flavor of Guinness is characterized by a mix of malted barley, roasted unmalted barley, yeast, and hops, giving it a slightly bitter taste with coffee and chocolate undertones.

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Deutsch: Gegrillte Sardinen / Español: Sardinas a la parrilla / Português: Sardinhas grelhadas / Français: Sardines grillées / Italiano: Sardine alla griglia

Grilled Sardines in the food context refer to a popular dish made by cooking sardines over an open flame or grill. Sardines, a type of small, oily fish found in many parts of the world, are known for their rich flavor and nutritional benefits, including high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and vitamins. Grilling sardines enhances their natural flavors, resulting in a smoky, tender, and slightly crisp exterior while keeping the interior moist. This method of preparation is favored in many Mediterranean cuisines, as well as in other coastal regions where sardines are plentiful.

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Deutsch: Grüne Paprika / Español: Pimiento verde / Português: Pimentão verde / Français: Poivron vert / Italiano: Peperone verde

Green Bell Pepper in the food context refers to the unripe fruit of the Capsicum annuum plant. It's a versatile vegetable used in a wide variety of culinary dishes around the world. Green bell peppers are distinct for their crisp texture and slightly bitter flavor compared to their red, yellow, or orange counterparts, which are simply riper versions of the same pepper with a sweeter taste. These peppers are a staple in salads, stir-fries, grilled dishes, and as a filling ingredient due to their robust shape.

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