The Glorious Food Glossary
The Glorious Food Glossary tells you everything important about the world of food. The Food Glosssary is all about different kinds of food from all over the world and how they are prepared and what their main ingredients are.
Moreover, the glossary is all about what people all over the world are eating and drinking and their activities, festivities, marriages, etc that involves food.
This Food Glossary is all about food . . . glorious food. We tell you about the food, some stories about them and we try our best to make photos of them as we travel around the world. As of now, we are featuring extensively foods from Germany, the Philippines and the State of Kerala, India, but we will add more pictures for you to enjoy as we discover the food of the world... as we travel around the globe.
All articles are available through the search function or via the A to Z line at the top of every page.
Inihaw na Hito
English: Grilled Catfish / Deutsch: Gegrillter Wels / Español: Bagre a la Parrilla / Português: Bagre Grelhado / Français: Poisson-chat grillé / Italiano: Pesciolino da griglia /
Inihaw na Hito is one of the grilled/broiled foods from the Philippines which makes use of Catfish/Cat Fish called Hito in the country.
Inihaw na Hito is often served with a Sawsawan (dip) made from Calamansi juice (local lemon from Philippines) and Patis (fish sauce ).
Honestly, I have never tasted Hito in my entire adult life because my Mom never bough any fish caught from the rivers or lakes in the Philippines as she found it unsafe to eat due to dirty and polluted rivers and lakes of the Philippines.
Picture below is Inihaw na Hito (Grilled Catfish/Cat Fish) on display in one of the FastFood Chains serving Filipino foods in San Pablo City, Laguna, Philippines
Ensaimada
Ensaimada is a delectable pastry hailing from the Spanish island of Mallorca, known for its delicate, coiled shape and sweet, airy texture. This cherished pastry has gained popularity not only in Spain but also in various parts of the world. In this article, we will explore the culinary significance of Ensaimada, its preparation methods, potential risks related to its consumption, its historical and legal context, and similar pastries found globally.
Macaroni Salad
Deutsch: Makkaronisalat / Español: Ensalada de macarrones / Português: Salada de macarrão / Français: Salade de macaroni / Italiano: Insalata di maccheroni
Macaroni Salad in the food context refers to a cold salad made primarily from cooked elbow macaroni (a type of pasta) and a variety of other ingredients mixed with a dressing. This dish is popular in many parts of the world and can vary greatly depending on regional preferences and individual tastes. Common additional ingredients include mayonnaise or a mayonnaise-based dressing, mustard, vegetables (such as onions, celery, bell peppers, and carrots), herbs, and sometimes proteins like chicken, Tuna, ham, or hard-boiled eggs.
Rhizome
Deutsch: Rhizome / Español: Rizomas / Português: Rizomas / Français: Rhizomes / Italiano: Rizomi
Rhizomes are a type of underground stem that grows horizontally near the surface of the soil, often producing roots and shoots from their nodes. They are a vital part of many plant species and play a crucial role in the propagation and survival of these plants. Rhizomes are known for their ability to store nutrients and energy, which they can use to regenerate new plants under favorable conditions.
Spiciness
Deutsch: Schärfe / Español: picor / Português: ardência / Français: piquant / Italiano: piccantezza
The perception of spiciness is a sensory experience that transcends cultures and cuisines, playing a pivotal role in gastronomy, physiology, and even psychology. It arises from the interaction between chemical compounds—primarily capsaicinoids—and specialized receptors in the human body, creating a sensation often described as heat or burning. This phenomenon, though universally recognized, varies widely in interpretation and tolerance across individuals and societies.