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Most notably known as "Chenin Blanc". A grape varietal, used in the production of white wine, originating in the Loire region of France.

Pronounced she-mee-yohn or say-mee-yohn. A grape varietal used in the production of white wine. Originating in the Bordeaux and Loire regions of France, in modern day it is also grown in Australia, the United States (primarily CA), Argentina, Chile, and South Africa.

Pronounced so-veen-yawn blahngk. A grape varietal used in the production of white wine. Thought to have originated in the Loire and Bordeaux regions of France, it is also grown in the United States (primarily California), Italy, Australia, South America, Argentina, and Chile.

Pronounced cab-air-Nay So-veen-yawn. A grape varietal, used in the production of robust red wines and white wines with blush hues, originating in the Bordeaux region of France.

One of the traditional Mexican Mole sauces that is served as a condiment or marinade sauce for poultry, seafood, pork, and vegetable dishes.

A soup or stew popular in Caribbean countries that is prepared with Callaloo leaves obtained from taro root plants.

Refers to the process of removing the fat from the surface of a sauce, soup, or stew. This may be accomplished by using a spoon or a bulb baster to suck the fat off the surface.

The stiffening of the muscles in an animal shortly after it has been slaughtered. Complete Rigor Mortis in beef occurs in approximately six to twelve hours while in pork it typically is quicker, from one to six hours.

A written procedure for the preparation of a food item or items. Recipes typically include a list of ingredients and a set of instructions on the necessary steps to prepare the foods being described.

A snack food or a food topping similar to breading that is common in India. Most often Chevdo will consist of prepared bits of rice, beans and nuts however, other recipes for this food may include other ingredients such as corn, crushed ginger or ginger powder, bits of a chile pepper(Jalapeno)or chili powder, Rice Crispies, Cornflakes, mustard seeds, and salt.

Italian in origin, this sauce is considered to be one of the fiery or spicier types of tomato sauces from Italy.

A creamy Greek garlic sauce often served as a topping, a condiment, or a food dip that is commonly prepared with numerous Mediterranean foods.

A type of seasoning made from fermented or germinated soybeans that is used to flavor a variety of Asian foods.

A common British dessert made with a combination of whipped cream and puréed fruit. Although different types of fruit are often used to make this dessert, the most traditional version used gooseberries.

Most notably known as "Sauvignon Blanc". A grape varietal used in the production of white wine. Thought to have originated in the Loire and Bordeaux regions of France, it is also grown in the United States (primarily California), Italy, Australia, South America, Argentina, and Chile.

Refers to a Russian version of hors d'oeuvres or appetizers. In Russia, Zakuski may be a small plate filled with foods such as smoked fish, herbs, tomato and cucumber slices, caviar, and assorted cheeses which are served before the main meal.

A hot or cold food dish, most often associated with rich, whipped ingredients that provide an airy texture to the dish being prepared.

The process of injecting fat into the interior of meat, generally by using a larding instrument to accomplish the task.

Prepared like a hearty chicken chowder, this soup is made with ingredients common in many southwestern U.S.

A Mexican sandwich, which became popular after WWII. The Torta sandwich most often contains meat garnished with mashed avocado, a sandwich spread made of black beans or refried beans, pickled jalapenos, lettuce, tomato, and an onion.