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.
Hominy
Hominy is a unique corn product that has been a staple in various cuisines around the world for centuries. It is made from dried corn kernels that have undergone a special process called nixtamalization, which involves soaking the corn in an alkaline solution. This article will explore the definition, culinary uses, nutritional benefits, potential risks, and provide a popular Hominy recipe. Additionally, we will delve into the history and legal aspects of Hominy and list some similar ingredients.Gatsby
Gatsby, a term often associated with literary greatness, takes on a whole new meaning in the world of food, particularly in the vibrant culinary landscape of South African street foods. This delectable creation is not a reference to F. Scott Fitzgerald's iconic novel but rather a beloved and mouthwatering sandwich that has become a staple of South African street food culture. In this article, we will delve into the world of Gatsby, exploring its origin, ingredients, preparation, regional variations, and cultural significance.
Juiciness
Deutsch: Saftigkeit, Español: Jugosidad, Português: Suculência, Français: Jutosité/Moelleux, Italiano: Succosità
Juiciness in the food context is not an edible food item but a sensory attribute that describes the perception of moisture within a solid or semi-solid food during mastication (chewing). It is a highly valued characteristic, especially in meat, poultry, and fruits, as it is intrinsically linked to flavor, tenderness, and overall palatability.
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.