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.
Rhizome
Deutsch: Rhizome / Español: Rizomas / Português: Rizomas / Français: Rhizomes / Italiano: Rizomi
Rhizomes are a type of underground stem that grows horizontally near the surface of the soil, often producing roots and shoots from their nodes. They are a vital part of many plant species and play a crucial role in the propagation and survival of these plants. Rhizomes are known for their ability to store nutrients and energy, which they can use to regenerate new plants under favorable conditions.
Barbecuing
Deutsch: Grillen / Español: Barbacoa / Português: Churrasco / Français: Barbecue / Italiano: Barbecue
Barbecuing in the food context refers to a cooking method that involves slow-cooking food, typically meat, over low, indirect heat, often with the use of smoke to impart a distinctive flavour. This process is distinct from grilling, which uses higher, direct heat for faster cooking. Barbecuing is associated with various regional styles and traditions, particularly in the Southern United States, South America, and parts of Asia.
Res
Deutsch: Rindfleisch / Español: Res / Português: Carne de boi / Français: Viande de bœuf / Italiano: Carne bovina
Res in the food context refers to beef, the culinary name for meat from cattle, particularly domesticated bovines. It is a staple protein source in many cultures worldwide and is consumed in a variety of dishes, from steaks and roasts to ground beef used in burgers, meatballs, and sauces. Beef is valued for its richness in flavor, versatility in cooking, and nutritional content, including high-quality protein, iron, and B vitamins.
Muslim
Deutsch: Muslim / Español: Musulmán / Português: Muçulmano / Français: Musulman / Italiano: Musulmano
Muslim in the food context refers to dietary practices and guidelines that are followed by individuals who adhere to Islam. These guidelines are primarily based on the Quran and Hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad) and are intended to ensure that food is consumed in a manner that is ethical, clean, and permissible under Islamic law, known as halal.