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(Scientific Name: Craterellus cornucopioides) A tender and somewhat fragile mushroom that has the appearance of a funnel or horn-shaped fungus.

An herb that resembles cilantro in its use but not in appearance. The cilantro leaves are delicately feathered where the quillquina leaves are solid and almond shaped.

A variety of coffee, grown in the Middle East, that provides a very strong flavor and aroma when brewed.

An oil extracted from the germ of the corn kernel. Refined corn oil is one of the best oils for frying because it has a high smoke point.

Extremely thin, long strands of pasta, which are available in both strands and nests. It is most suitable for use with light sauces.

(Scientific Name: Craterellus fallax) A tender and somewhat fragile funnel or horn-shaped mushroom more commonly known as, “Horn of Plenty” (Craterellus cornucopioides).

Made to resemble an enlarged kernel of corn, this sweet confection was first created during the 1800's and continues to be a popular treat today.

A variety of tangerine that is first to ripen during the season in North America. It is a popular variety in the United States.

A small bean, very common in India that provides a good source of protein when cooked as a food dish.

Describes the outer edge of the wine surface when viewing through a goblet style wine glass at a 30 to 40 degree angle, against a white background (cloth or paper), using natural light.

1) Derived from various Asian terms meaning "tea", Chai is the name applied to a popular hot beverage served throughout many parts of the world, but particulary Asia.

An Italian bacon that is made with the meat from the belly of a pig. Herbs, spices, and peppercorns are added for extra flavor before it is cured, air-dried, and lightly smoked.

A tropical fruit, oval in shape, which has a very juicy, sweet flavored, orange flesh. The skin of the mango is yellowish with an orange tinge when ripe.

A long, cylinder shaped vegetable of the gourd family that has rounded ends and grows on a creeping type of plant.

A group of sugars produced from sugar cane and categorized by the amount of refining that has occurred to process and purify the sugar.

A kitchen tool designed to remove cleanly file or hone the cutting edges on the steel blades of knives and other utensils with cutting edges.

A snack food made from ingredients that include vegetables (such as tomatoes and spinach), seed oils, grain starches, and flours made from vegetables and grains.

Harvested from the pools of water remaining after the sea water has receded, this variety of salt is irregular in size and coarse in texture.

A flavoring typically in liquid form that is made from rum. Although the alcohol content is very small, if a non-alcohol based extract is desired for various tastes or traditions it is available in some food stores.

A small pulse (legume) that is most commonly grown as a crop in India. It is used as a food for both human and animal consumption.