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.
Knäcke (Knaecke)
Knäcke (Knaecke) also called Knäckebrot (Knaeckebrot) refers to crisp or crispy bread. In Germany, they can be bought in plastic packs with at least 6 pieces plain or with assorted nuts, like white and black sesame seeds, poppy seeds, pine nuts or pumpkin nuts or mixed nuts, like the one in the picture below.
Entrecôte
Deutsch: Entrecôte / Español: Entrecot / Português: Entrecôte / Français: Entrecôte / Italiano: Entrecote
The Entrecôte is a premium cut of beef renowned for its tenderness and rich flavor, originating from the rib section of cattle. This term, deeply rooted in French culinary tradition, refers to a specific portion of the ribeye steak, often prepared with minimal seasoning to highlight its natural qualities. Its preparation and cultural significance vary globally, making it a staple in fine dining and grilling traditions.
Visayan Cuisine
Deutsch: Visayan-Küche / Español: Cocina visaya / Português: Culinária visayan / Français: Cuisine visayane / Italiano: Cucina visayana
The Visayan Cuisine is a vibrant culinary tradition originating from the Visayas region in the central Philippines, encompassing islands like Panay, Negros, Cebu, and Leyte. This cuisine reflects a unique blend of indigenous flavors, Spanish colonial influences, and regional adaptations shaped by geography and history. Known for its bold yet balanced tastes, it stands distinct from other Filipino culinary traditions while sharing foundational techniques.
Sea Cukes
Sea Cukes is another name for Sea Cucumbers which is a staple in peoples' diets, mainly in soups, stews and stir-fries, and demand for this homely undersea animal — cucumber is a misnomer, they're really echinoderms — is high.
Mangan
Deutsch: Mangan / Español: Manganeso / Português: Manganês / Français: Manganèse / Italiano: Manganese
Mangan is an essential trace mineral that plays a crucial role in various biological processes, particularly in the context of food and nutrition. It is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and cholesterol, as well as in the formation of connective tissues and bones. The human body requires manganese for optimal functioning, and it is found in a variety of foods, including nuts, seeds, whole grains, and leafy vegetables.