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Cao lau hoi an also known as Hoi An vermicelli refers to a special food found in the Center of Vietnam. Cao lau noodles are carefully made from local new rice not old and stocked one. Water

Cap Cay refers to Indonesian fried mixed vegetables.

Capacollo refer to Italian cured pork shoulder butts which are salted, cured, coated with herbs and spices and air dried. It is a fairly lean and delicately-flavored Italian food is usually served as an appetizer as part of a selection of cold cuts in a platter known as Affettati Misti . No heat is involved in preparing Capocollo. Capocollo also known as Coppa, Capicola, Capocolla, Capacola, Capicollo, Cappicola, or Capacolo It's fairly lean, and delicately flavored. Capacollo are boneless pork shoulder butts that are cured, coated with spices and paprika, and then cooked.

Deutsch: Kapellini / Español: Capellini / Português: Capellini / Français: Capellini / Italiano: Capellini

The term Capellini refers to one of the thinnest varieties of Italian pasta, often celebrated for its delicate texture and versatility in culinary applications. Originating from Italy's rich pasta-making tradition, it is a staple in both traditional and modern cuisine, frequently paired with light sauces or incorporated into soups and salads.

Capitaine à la Saint-Louisienne refers to Senegal's dish made of perch (Nile perch) which is stuffed with spices and probably steamed, grilled, fried or baked like Mulet Farci à la Saint-Louisienne, which is one of Senegal's popular foods. Capitaine which literally means "captain" actually refers to Nile perch (Lates niloticus) , a marine fish that resembles a carp. Nile perch is prized throughout Africa for its culinary qualities. It is found in the Nile, Lake Chad, Lake Victoria and the Congo and Niger rivers. Nile perch is usually grilled or fried and served with hot sauce, like Piri-Piri. Saint-Louis was the first French settlement in Africa and is popular for its African-French ambiance. Saint-Louis is located near the Senegal-Mauratania border on the islands and coast near the mouth of the Senegal River, probably the reason why it is famous for fish dishes, like Mulet Farci à la Saint-Louisienne

Capitán refers to a Peruvian cocktail made of Pisco and Vermouth.

Capodanno is the Italian term for New Year's Day, a holiday on January 1 which celebrates the beginning of a new year

Deutsch: Kapaun / Español: Capón / Português: Capão / Français: Chapon / Italiano: Cappone

Capon is a castrated rooster that is specifically bred and raised for its meat. The process of castration, typically performed when the rooster is still young, leads to a milder temperament and the development of more tender, flavorful meat. Capon meat is highly prized for its rich taste and succulent texture, making it a popular choice for gourmet dishes and special occasions.

Caponata refers to an Italian sweet-tart dish particularly Sicilian that is generally served as a salad, side dish or relish. Caponata is composed of zucchini, eggplant, celery, onions, anchovies, olives, pine nuts, capers and spiked by tomatoes and vinegar, all cooked together in olive oil. Caponata is mostly and generally served at room temperature. Caponata is pronounced as "ka-poh-nah-ta".

Cappalunga is the Italian word for razor clam, a marine clam having a long narrow curved thin shell. It is a type of type of mollusc that is also known as jackknife clam

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Cao lau hoi an

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