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.
Masala-Flavored Noodles
Masala-Flavored Noodles refer to a ready-to-cook noodle products which are available in India with an authenthic Indian taste, that of Masala.
When I was in Allepey, Kerala, India, for a while I craved for noodles and what they have given me from the food shops are also "very Indian" because even the ready-to-cook noodles are flavored with Masala and I loved it of course. I brought some packs on my way home to Germany.
I am missing the taste of Masala, I searched for Masala in the spice section of groceries here in Germany, but found only Garam Masala which has not the same taste like that of Masala I have tasted in Kerala.
In Allepey, they were laughing at me, because only little children are offered these ready-to-cook noodles. The adults will always like the traditional everyday dishes that they have. I am so happy no one shared my Masala noodles.
I added this particular food in my Glossary because it sustained my cravings while I was travelling. I enjoyed my usual noodles with a twist. It is one food whihc I will never forget and whenever I eat noodles, I will remember my happy times in Allepey, Kerala, India
While travelling to Munnar, it was so hard for me to find an eatery, but I found this one place near the Echo Point, a Thathukkada, a roadside eatery where I had my breakfast, a very good Malayalee vendor offered me ready-to-cook noodles and he cooked it for me with lots of slices of red onions. He also have some hard-boiled eggs and Masala tea. What a gracious cook.
Cheese aging
Deutsch: Käselagerung / Reifung von Käse / Español: Maduración del queso / Português: Maturação do queijo / Français: Affinage du fromage / Italiano: Stagionatura del formaggio
Cheese aging, also referred to as cheese maturation or affinage, is a controlled biochemical and microbiological process that transforms fresh curds into flavorful, textured cheese. This practice is essential in cheese production, as it determines the final sensory and structural properties of the product. The duration, environmental conditions, and techniques applied during aging vary significantly depending on the cheese type and desired outcome.
Beef Curry
Deutsch: Rindfleisch-Curry / Español: Curry de ternera / Português: Curry de carne bovina / Français: Curry de bœuf / Italiano: Curry di manzo
Beef Curry is a savory dish originating from South Asian cuisine, characterized by its use of tender beef cuts simmered in a spiced, aromatic sauce. It combines the richness of slow-cooked meat with a complex blend of herbs and spices, often adapted to regional tastes and ingredient availability. While variations exist across cultures, the dish consistently emphasizes depth of flavor through layered seasoning and prolonged cooking.
Anchovi
Deutsch: Anchovis / Español: Anchoa / Português: Anchova / Français: Anchois / Italiano: Acciuga
The term Anchovi refers to small, saltwater forage fish belonging to the family Engraulidae, primarily processed and preserved for culinary use. These fish are renowned for their intense umami flavor, which is achieved through traditional curing methods such as salting, fermenting, or brining. Anchovies play a crucial role in global cuisines, particularly in Mediterranean, Asian, and Latin American dishes, where they serve as a foundational ingredient in sauces, dressings, and condiments.
Platter
Deutsch: Platte / Español: Bandeja / Português: Travessa / Français: Plateau / Italiano: Vassoio
A platter in the context of food refers to a large, flat serving dish or tray designed to present an assortment of culinary items. It is commonly used in both domestic and commercial settings to showcase a variety of foods, often as part of a shared dining experience. The term may also describe a specific type of meal composed of multiple components, typically arranged for visual appeal and ease of serving.