Glossary W
Deutsch: Lebensmittelabfall / Español: Desperdicio de alimentos / Português: Desperdício alimentar / Français: Gaspillage alimentaire / Italiano: Spreco alimentare
Waste in the food context refers to any edible or inedible part of food that is discarded, lost, or uneaten throughout the food supply chain—from agricultural production and food processing to retail, restaurants, and household consumption. While not all food waste is edible, a significant portion consists of perfectly usable ingredients that are simply overlooked, poorly stored, or unnecessarily discarded.
Deutsch: Wagashi / Español: Wagashi / Português: Wagashi / Français: Wagashi / Italiano: Wagashi
Wagashi are traditional Japanese confections that are typically served with tea, especially matcha, and are often enjoyed during seasonal festivals or ceremonies. Made from plant-based ingredients like red bean paste (anko), rice flour, agar-agar, and natural sweeteners, wagashi are known for their delicate taste, refined texture, and beautiful presentation, often reflecting seasonal themes and elements of nature.
Deutsch: Glasnudeln / Español: Fideos de vidrio / Português: Macarrão de vidro / Français: Nouilles de verre / Italian: Spaghetti di soia
Wun Sen refers to a type of thin, transparent noodle made from mung bean starch, commonly used in Thai cuisine. Known for their delicate texture and ability to absorb the flavors of other ingredients, Wun Sen noodles are also called glass noodles or cellophane noodles due to their translucent appearance when cooked.
Deutsch: Walnuss / Español: nuez / Português: noz / Français: noix / Italiano: noce
Walnut is a nutrient-dense tree nut from the genus Juglans, widely used in various culinary applications. Renowned for its rich, slightly bitter flavour and unique texture, it is a staple in both sweet and savoury dishes.
Deutsch: Whisky / Español: Whisky / Português: Uísque / Français: Whisky / Italiano: Whisky
Whiskey is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash. Various grains (which may be malted) are used for different varieties, including barley, corn, rye, and wheat. Whiskey is typically aged in wooden casks, generally made of charred white oak, which gives it a distinctive taste and character.
Deutsch: Brunnenkresse / Español: Berro / Português: Agrião / Français: Cresson / Italiano: Crescione
Watercress is a leafy green vegetable known for its peppery, slightly spicy flavor, making it a popular ingredient in salads, soups, and sandwiches. It belongs to the family Brassicaceae, which also includes mustard greens, broccoli, and cabbage.