Affogato — Italian Espresso and Gelato Dessert
What is Affogato? Affogato is a classic Italian coffee dessert: a scoop of vanilla gelato or ice cream “drowned” in a freshly pulled shot of… Read More »Affogato — Italian Espresso and Gelato Dessert
Adobo — Filipino Braised Meat in Vinegar and Soy Sauce
What is Adobo? Adobo is a Filipino braised dish in which chicken, pork, or a combination of both is slowly cooked in a mixture of… Read More »Adobo — Filipino Braised Meat in Vinegar and Soy Sauce
Adjika — Spicy Caucasian Pepper and Herb Paste
What is Adjika? Adjika is a spicy aromatic paste from the Caucasus region made primarily from hot peppers, garlic, salt, and a blend of herbs… Read More »Adjika — Spicy Caucasian Pepper and Herb Paste
Adai — South Indian Lentil and Rice Pancake
What is Adai? Adai is a thick, crispy South Indian savory pancake made from a coarsely ground batter of rice and multiple lentils. Unlike dosa,… Read More »Adai — South Indian Lentil and Rice Pancake
Acqua Pazza — Italian Fish Poached in Tomato Broth
What is Acqua Pazza? Acqua pazza is an Italian poached fish dish where whole fillets or a whole fish are gently simmered in a light… Read More »Acqua Pazza — Italian Fish Poached in Tomato Broth
Ackee and Saltfish — Jamaica’s National Dish
What is Ackee and Saltfish? Ackee and saltfish is the national dish of Jamaica, combining boiled ackee fruit (Blighia sapida) with flaked salt cod sautéed… Read More »Ackee and Saltfish — Jamaica’s National Dish
Açaí Bowl — Brazilian Superfood Breakfast
What is Açaí Bowl? Açaí bowl is a thick, semi-frozen blend of pureed açaí berries (Euterpe oleracea) served in a bowl with granola, sliced fruit,… Read More »Açaí Bowl — Brazilian Superfood Breakfast
Absinthe — High-Proof Herbal Spirit
What is Absinthe? Absinthe is a high-proof distilled spirit (45–74% ABV) flavored with grand wormwood, green anise, and sweet fennel. Known for its distinctive green… Read More »Absinthe — High-Proof Herbal Spirit
Ābgūšt — Traditional Persian Slow-Simmered Meat Stew
What is Ābgūšt? Ābgūšt is a traditional Persian slow-simmered stew made from lamb, chickpeas, white beans, potatoes, and dried lime. Also known as Dizi, this… Read More »Ābgūšt — Traditional Persian Slow-Simmered Meat Stew
Complete A-Z Encyclopedia of Food Products and Dishes
A comprehensive alphabetical encyclopedia of food products, dishes, and beverages from around the world — compiled as a reference for food technologists, chefs, and anyone… Read More »Complete A-Z Encyclopedia of Food Products and Dishes