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Deutsch: Foi Thong / Español: Foi Thong / Português: Foi Thong / Français: Foi Thong / Italiano: Foi Thong
Foi thong refers to Thai sweet egg shred.
Foi Thong in the food context refers to a traditional Thai dessert made from egg yolks and syrup, known for its golden, thread-like appearance. The name literally means "golden threads” in Thai, symbolizing longevity, prosperity, and good fortune. It is often served during weddings, religious ceremonies, and auspicious occasions in Thailand.
Deutsch: Foie / Español: Foie / Português: Foie / Français: Foie / Italiano: Foie
Foie refers to the liver of a duck or goose, often associated with foie gras, a delicacy in French cuisine. It is known for its rich, buttery texture and intense flavour. Foie gras is traditionally prepared by specially fattening the liver of the bird, often through a feeding process called gavage. It can be served in various ways, including pan-seared, as a pâté, or incorporated into gourmet dishes.
Fondue which is pronounced is "fahn-doo" comes from the French word "fondre" which means "to melt"(as in to melt butter) or "to dissolve (as in to dissolve sugar) . It is a pot full of melted Cheese in which crusts of bread are dipped.Â
There are several types of Fondue and the most notable of which is "Cheese Fondue":
(1) Cheese Fondue is a Swiss specialty in which Cheese is melted with wine, eggs, and seasonings and served with bread and fresh vegetables.
(2) Fondue Bourguignonne is a pot of hot oil into which the diners will cook strips of meat and Dip them
(3) Fondue Chinois where the hot oil is replaced by a rich chicken or meat broth. The meat, and fish too, are then cooked in this stock and dipped in sauces. This is similar to Fondue Bourguignonne. Â
The Japanese have a dish called shabu shabu, which is similar to Fondue Chinois. Named after the swishing sound that the meat makes in the broth, Shabu-Shabu is also served with vegetables and noodles in to be eaten along with the meat.
(4) Chocolate Fondue refers to a chocolate bath that is flavored with liqueur and eaten with bread and fruit, like fresh berries (strawberries is the most notable).