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# Scoffopedia

The language of food and drink - explained!

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## Posts

- [Croquembouche](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3114.croquembouche/) - Croquembouche is sometimes used as a wedding cake design or for an edible decorative Christmas tree
- [Blanch](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3167.blanch/) - technique of part-cooking fruit or vegetables
- [Abalone](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3226.abalone/) - Some facts about abalone - the name given to several species of sea snail eaten widely around the world, especially in East Asia
- [Albacore](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3221.albacore/) - Some facts about the albacore - a widely caught species of tuna also known as the longfin tuna
- [Anchovy](https://www.scoffopedia.com/119.anchovy/) - Some interesting facts about anchovies
- [Slashing](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3215.slashing/) - Find out more about why to slash dough
- [Knead](https://www.scoffopedia.com/526.knead/) - Find out what the culinary term 'knead' means
- [Burst](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3202.burst/) - Find out what burst means in baking terms
- [Autolyse](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3195.autolyse/) - Find out what the culinary term 'autolyse' means
- [Sausage rolls](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3112.sausage-rolls/) - Some information about sausage rolls - a favourite British party snack
- [Gravadlax](https://www.scoffopedia.com/447.gravadlax/) - Gravlax - what it is and how to make it
- [Advocaat](https://www.scoffopedia.com/41.advocaat/) - Find out more about the popular Dutch eggnog
- [Eggnog](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2342.eggnog/) - Facts about eggnog
- [Cranberry](https://www.scoffopedia.com/310.cranberry/) - Some facts about cranberries
- [Panettone](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2619.panettone/) - Some facts about the Italian sweet bread, panettone
- [Balsamic vinegar](https://www.scoffopedia.com/107.balsamic-vinegar/) - Some interesting facts about balsamic vinegar
- [Vinegar](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2372.vinegar/) - What vinegar is and some facts about it
- [Freezer burn](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3141.freezer-burn/) - What freezer burn is and how to avoid it
- [Umami](https://www.scoffopedia.com/3131.umami/) - Find out more about the fifth taste
- [Squirrel](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2991.squirrel/) - Help save the red squirrels by eating grey ones
- [Shashlik](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2965.shashlik/) - Some facts about shashlik kebabs
- [Souvlaki](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2963.souvlaki/) - Souvlaki is a popular fast food in Greece. It's a kebab, traditionally made with pork meat.
- [Coeliac disease](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2656.coeliac-disease/) - Some facts about coeliac disease
- [Gluten](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2664.gluten/) - Some facts about gluten, the protein found in wheat, barley and rye
- [Lamb's wool](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2857.lambs-wool/) - Lamb's wool is a traditional English drink which was popular from the 16th to the 19th centuries
- [Thai curry paste](https://www.scoffopedia.com/910.thai-curry-paste/) - Find out what's in Thai curry paste and how it's made
- [Paleolithic diet](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1856.paleolithic-diet/) - The Paleolithic diet explained
- [Absinthe](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2243.absinthe/) - Facts about absinthe, the notorious anise-flavoured drink
- [Cream](https://www.scoffopedia.com/312.cream/) - What cream is and how to understand the terms for the various types of cream
- [Maillard reaction](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2814.maillard-reaction/) - All about one of the most important chemical reactions you've never heard of - your food would be a bit less colourful and a lot less tasty without it!
- [White meat and dark meat](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2765.white-meat-and-dark-meat/) - Find out some fascinating historical facts about why we refer to white meat and dark. It's not genteel to talk about breasts, legs and thighs.
- [Lasagne](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2859.lasagne/) - Some fascinating facts about lasagne and how it got its name
- [Aubergine (Eggplant)](https://www.scoffopedia.com/133.aubergine-eggplant/) - description and recipes for aubergines (egg plants)
- [Gallimaufry](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2851.gallimaufry/) - What's a gallimaufry? Find out here.
- [Maid of honour](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2853.maid-of-honour/) - Allegedly invented by Anne Boleyn, these tarts were a favourite of Henry VIII
- [Marmite](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2855.marmite/) - The original use of the word marmite was for a French two-handled earthenware or metal cooking pot, used for makings soups and stews.
- [Bagel](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2508.bagel/) - Some facts about bagels
- [Baguette](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2485.baguette/) - Some facts about baguettes
- [Banana](https://www.scoffopedia.com/146.banana/) - Some facts about bananas
- [Amaretto](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2636.amaretto/) - Some facts about the Italian dessert liqueur, amaretto
- [Vegan diet](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2632.vegan-diet/) - Some facts and information about a vegan diet
- [Bulgogi](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2177.bulgogi/) - What it is and how to make it
- [Broccoli](https://www.scoffopedia.com/187.broccoli/) - What broccoli is and what to do with it
- [Brussels sprouts](https://www.scoffopedia.com/190.brussels-sprouts/) - Brussels sprouts - what they are and what to do with them
- [Soda bread](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1988.soda-bread/) - How to make quick and easy Irish soda bread
- [Celeriac](https://www.scoffopedia.com/227.celeriac/) - Some facts about celeriac and what to do with it
- [Aiguillette](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2193.aiguillette/) - Definition of aiguillette
- [Dauphinoise](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1575.dauphinoise/) - Description and recipes for potato dauphoise and celeriac dauphinoise
- [Vermouth](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2268.vermouth/) - Some interesting facts about Vermouth
- [Wormwood](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2253.wormwood/) - Some interesting facts about the plant wormwood
- [Achaar](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2369.achaar/) - Description and facts about Indian pickles -achaar
- [Adzuki bean](https://www.scoffopedia.com/110.adzuki-bean/) - Some interesting facts about adzuki beans
- [Bay leaf](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2404.bay-leaf/) - Some facts about bay leaves
- [Almond](https://www.scoffopedia.com/115.almond/) - Some interesting facts about almonds
- [Bakewell tart](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2432.bakewell-tart/) - Some facts about Bakewell tart
- [Allspice](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2499.allspice/) - Some facts about allspice
- [Apricot](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2494.apricot/) - Some facts about apricots
- [Gorgonzola](https://www.scoffopedia.com/438.gorgonzola/) - Some facts about Gorgonzola, an Italian cheese
- [Lobster](https://www.scoffopedia.com/560.lobster/) - Some facts about lobster and how to cook it
- [Gurnard](https://www.scoffopedia.com/466.gurnard/) - Some facts about gurnard, a prehistoric-looking fish
- [Ginger](https://www.scoffopedia.com/407.ginger/) - Some facts about ginger and its uses
- [Ciabatta](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2548.ciabatta/) - Some facts about the Italian bread, ciabatta
- [Foie gras](https://www.scoffopedia.com/364.foie-gras/) - About foie gras and how to make foie gras paté or terrine
- [Zabov all'uovo](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2277.zabov-alluovo/) - Facts about zabov all'uovo, the Italian eggnog
- [Beetroot](https://www.scoffopedia.com/159.beetroot/) - Beetroot - what it is and what to do with it
- [Ackee](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2256.ackee/) - Facts about the fruit, ackee
- [Abondance](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2189.abondance/) - Facts about Abondance cheese
- [Watercress](https://www.scoffopedia.com/949.watercress/) - Watercress - what it is and what to do with it
- [Greek salad](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2203.greek-salad/) - A simple Greek salad made of tomatoes, cucumber, olives and feta cheese
- [Bhaji](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2207.bhaji/) - What bhajis are and how to make them
- [Asparagus](https://www.scoffopedia.com/131.asparagus/) - What asparagus is and how to cook it
- [Water chestnut](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2210.water-chestnut/) - Water chestnuts - what they are and what to do with them
- [Guacamole](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1994.guacamole/) - Guacamole is a Mexican avocado-based dip
- [Pomegranate](https://www.scoffopedia.com/716.pomegranate/) - Pomegranate - what it is and what to do with it
- [Avocado](https://www.scoffopedia.com/135.avocado/) - The avocado is technically a fruit but is commonly used as a vegetable
- [Watermelon](https://www.scoffopedia.com/953.watermelon/) - Watermelons are popular for their thirst quenching properties
- [Pak choi and bok choi](https://www.scoffopedia.com/2093.pak-choi-and-bok-choi/) - What's the difference between bok choi and pak choi? Here's the explanation.
- [Abaisse](https://www.scoffopedia.com/4.abaisse/) - Definition of the culinary term abaisse
- [Chowder](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1560.chowder/) - Description and recipes for chowder
- [Abat-faim](https://www.scoffopedia.com/7.abat-faim/) - abat-faim - this term is obsolete now and has mostly been replaced by hors d'oeuvres
- [Baklava](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1542.baklava/) - description of baklava and recipe
- [Barigoule](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1840.barigoule/) - Barigoule is a traditional Provençal dish of braised artichokes in a warm and slightly tangy white-wine broth.
- [Globe artichoke](https://www.scoffopedia.com/410.globe-artichoke/) - How to choose, prepare and eat a globe artichoke
- [Coq au vin](https://www.scoffopedia.com/1883.coq-au-vin/) - Coq au vin - what it is and how to make it

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