Glossary C

Cataplana refers to Ireland's warm spicy fish and sausage stew that is ideal for cold winter evenings. Moreover, Cataplana is a Portuguese seafood dish, popular on the country's Algarve coast. It is also the name of the special cookware used to prepare the dish, which is traditionally made of copper and shaped like two clamshells hinged at one end and able to be sealed using a clamp on either side of the assembly. The cataplana is a wok-shape hammered copper pan with a hinged domed lid. It was introduced to the southern Portugal region during the Moorish occupation in the 8th century AD. The Cataplana is meant to be a steaming pan and is much suited for the many shellfish such as Ameijoas and Conquilbas that are available along the southern coastal region of Portugal. The ingredients are placed in the bottom half of the dish and the hinged lid is then closed, enabling the food to simmer together and the flavors developed during cooking. These days the pan has a much wider usage. Much like the word Tagine, Cataplana is the name for both the recipe and utensil in which you cook it. Cataplanas are a feature of many Algarve kitchen and are often used as a centrepiece dish at social gatherings.

Read more …

Catchupa refers to a dish of slow boiled stew of corn, beans, vegetables and marinated tuna. It is one of the specialties of Cape Verde, Africa.

Catchupa which is also spelled and known as Cachupa is the national dish of Cape Verde and refers to a stew made of hominy, beans, and whatever meat or vegetables may be available.

Read more …

Deutsch: Wels / Español: Bagre / Português: Bagre / Français: Poisson-chat / Italiano: Pesce gatto

Catfish refers to a diverse group of ray-finned fish known for their prominent barbels, which resemble a cat's whiskers. Catfish are a popular choice for culinary uses worldwide due to their mild flavor and firm texture. They are commonly found in freshwater environments, though some species inhabit coastal areas and brackish waters.

Read more …

Deutsch: Kathedralenkuchen / Español: Pastel de catedral / Português: Bolo Catedral / Français: Gâteau Cathédrale / Italiano: Torta Cattedrale

Cathedral Cake, in the food context, refers to a visually striking dessert known for its stained glass window effect, reminiscent of a cathedral's intricate glasswork. This effect is typically achieved through the use of colorful gelatin pieces or brightly colored fruit embedded in a white or light-colored setting, such as marshmallow, whipped cream, or a light mousse. The cake not only offers a delightful array of flavors but also serves as a decorative centerpiece for celebrations and festive occasions.

Read more …

Catigau refers to a Fricassée made from grilled or smoked eels fished directly from the Rhône River.Catigau is one of specialty dishes typical of the region of Provence. Fricassée is a dish consisting of fish or meat cut into pieces and cooked in a cream sauce or gravy.

Read more …

Caudiere refers to a French soup with mussels and onions.

Read more …

Caudle refers to an old-time French beverage that is a blend of wine, eggs, sugar and spices, and served warm.

Read more …

Cauladda refers to Sardinian peasant soup of cabbage, fava beans, sausage and boiled meats.

Read more …

Deutsch: Blumenkohl

Cauliflower is one of several vegetables in the species Brassica oleracea, in the family Brassicaceae. It is an annual plant that reproduces by seed. Typically, only the head (the white curd) is eaten. The cauliflower head is composed of a white inflorescence meristem. Cauliflower heads resemble those in broccoli, which differs in having flower buds. Its name is from Latin caulis (cabbage) and flower.

Read more …

Causa refers to a mixture which uses mashed potatoes mixed with ají as its base. Causa refers to a Peruvian dish of cooked mashed potatoes smoothed over the bottom of a large deep dish which is then decorated on top with desired ingredients, like chopped boiled eggs, olives, corn kernels, cheese cubes, chopped onions, etc.

Read more …