Culinary encyclopedia of foods and dishes

This pepper is sometimes called the bell pepper. It is sweet in taste, quite mild, and comes in a variety of colors. This vegetable is related to the pepper.

When lactic acid bacteria are added to cream, the result is butter. Of course, the fact that butter is made with bacteria might not be very relatable to you.

A fresh, soft cheese with a sweet, moderate flavor and a delicate, pasty consistency. Cream cheese is made from milk and cream, not

A classic American pumpkin pie spice blend that includes spices such as ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice,

Morels are spring mushrooms that many people love. They have a recognizable appearance. Their caps resemble a sponge or a brain. These mushrooms are preferred

Soy flour, also known as kinako, is widely used in Japanese cuisine. Kinako has a flavor similar to peanut butter. It is used in

This article is intended to help Russian consumers. It introduces the most popular imported apple varieties on our market.

In this article, you'll learn about pumpkin varieties and also read culinary tips on preparing this autumn vegetable.

A world-famous little bottle of sauce with a red cap and a green rim around the neck.

A useful article about what kind of asparagus to buy and how to cook it.

Spices and herbs are a world unto themselves, combining subtle aromas and delicious flavors. They make everyday food unique and unforgettable.

A useful article about green beans, their purchase, proper storage, and preparation.

This spice is made from the dried, ground berries of a type of sumac shrub, a reddish-burgundy color with a sour taste, and is used as a substitute for lemon. It is used in

These cheeses are considered a special kind of delicacy, popular among true gourmets and connoisseurs of exclusive food. Blue cheese usually

Tannin, or tannin, is found in the skins, grains, and stems of grapes. It gives wine a sour taste similar to that experienced after

Tempranillo is a Spanish wine made from red grapes. It is produced in the central part of the country. The wine is drunk fresh, so it

These are sun-dried tomatoes made from small varieties of red or yellow tomatoes, such as cherry and plum tomatoes.

They are oval, elongated, and red or yellow in color. They have a dense consistency, less juicy than regular tomatoes, and fewer seeds.

In our cookbooks, we increasingly see references to cane sugar. And in American recipes, this sugar

Sugarcane vinegar is used in cooking in the Philippines and many other sugarcane-growing islands. It is as mild as