Glossary A
A cavalo is a term in Brazilian menus which means the dish is topped with fried egg
a discretion means self service as in buffet, after own decision,where there is unrestricted freedom to choose, how much and what one likes and wants, like in buffet
A Florentina is a Brazilian culinary term which means "to be garnished or prepared with spinach"
a l' americaine is referring to a dish, usually lobster prepared with tomatoes, wine and seasonings.
a l' italienne literally means "in the Italian style" which means dishes cooked with mushrooms, pasta or artichokes or dishes made partly or wholly of pasta, often with cheese and tomato.