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A type of pumpernickel bread that is usually a bit lighter and less dense than German pumpernickel due to a higher proportion of whole-wheat flour to rye flour.

A French term referring to meat juice that has been lightly thickened with a either arrowroot or cornstarch.

A wine that is described as "young" is fresh, light, and fruity.

Descriptor of wine that does not fulfill expectations. Implies lightness in flavor.

Term used to describe wine that is not notable, though still light and refreshing. Seen by growers and consumers as a veiled criticism of expensive wines, a compliment for others.

A type of mixing utensil that is best used to blend light sauces and ingredients. The head of this whisk has a broader more round shape than a French whisk, and commonly ranges in size from 8 to 14 inches in length.

An olive, traditionally from France, that has been cured in light brine, and marinated in herbes de Provence, which are selected herbs from Provence, France.

A chilled cocktail served in warm climates that combines 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 or 3 sprigs of fresh mint, 1 to 2 ounces of white (light) rum, 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, and top of the glass with a small amount (or to taste) of chilled club soda.

A long, thin Asian bean that can measure from one to three feet in length, but are best eaten when they are 12 to 20 inches long.

A medium to large sized apple that has a light yellow background that is striped with red, with more red on the exposed side.

A cow's milk cheese from Denmark that is light yellow in color with a semi-soft and slightly rubbery texture and a mild flavor.

An Italian sheep's milk cheese with a light golden yellow color and a hard natural rind. It has a robust, slightly sweet and salty flavor that makes it a good choice as a snack cheese or for cooking purposes.

A long, thin Asian bean that can measure from one to three feet in length, but are best eaten when they are 12 to 20 inches long.

A large sized Greek olive that can be dark brown, light brown or red in color. It is an oblong shaped olive that is slit, salt brine-cured, packed with vinegar and olive oil providing a fruity flavor, similar to a Kalamata olive.

An olive from Israel that is very small and has a light purplish-brown color. It is brine-cured and has a firm textured meat that provides a delicate flavor.

A large Greek olive that can be dark brown, light brown or red in color. It is an oblong shaped olive that is often slit, salt brine-cured, and packed with vinegar and olive oil providing a fruity flavor, similar to a Kalamata olive.

A combination of equal parts milk and light cream that contains up to 15 percent milk fat. Half and Half will typically range between 10% to 18% fat content.

The highest grade of green Chinese tea noted for its light color and distinctive, sharp flavor.

A French pastry that uses a distinct preparation method, different from other pastry procedures, to produce a silky smooth batter for a light pastry shell with an inner open chamber and thin crumb.

A variety of lettuce that has a tapering head and light-green leaves. It is a type of butterhead lettuce with a buttery texture an excellent for use as a salad green.