Category: C

A morning meal of freshly baked rolls and a cup of steaming coffee or rich hot chocolate, as differentiated from the more substantial ‘English breakfast’ of creamy porridge, scrambled eggs, sizzling bacon or savory sausage, crispy toast, tangy marmalade and the like.  

A pastry dish consisting of a crumbly crust that envelops a rich, creamy filling made from a blend of finely ground almonds and tenderly cooked rice. Alternatively, it may comprise a sweetened rice filling infused with the enticing essence of almonds.  

In the realm of tea varieties, there exists a type hailing from China that is classified as a black tea. This specific tea is put through the process of fermentation prior to being fired. A noteworthy distinction between the North and South regions of China is found within their respective congou teas. In the North,…

The most excellent, velvety, and ivory-colored refined granules of sucrose, combined with a negligible amount of cornstarch. Its primary usage is in confectioneries, raw icing, and sweet toppings. Certain manufacturers denote it as XXXX, setting it apart from confectioners’ sugar, marked as XXX, which is frequently interchanged with it.  

This chowder of clams and vegetables presents a notable contrast to its counterpart, Manhattan clam chowder, by virtue of its consistency and clarity. While the Manhattan variety is characterized by its transparency, this version is dense and impenetrable, lending it a distinct flavor and texture that is quite different from the original recipe.  

This phrase alludes to a compote of fruit that has been simmered and served alongside a bed of fluffy grains known as rice.  

The North American variant, possessing a deep purple-blue hue, is frequently found on domestic vines and is renowned for its exceptional jelly and juice. However, it is not generally held in high esteem for consumption in its raw state. When the Concord reaches maturity, it is known to liberate itself from its exterior layer upon…

This passage describes a type of shellfish that is commonly found in the southern region of the United States. It is typically found inside a conch shell, a well-known type of seashell. The meat of this shellfish is flavorful, but it can be quite tough and difficult to prepare. In order to make it more…

Coarsely chopped or crushed; generally used in reference to chervil, shallots, and such.  

A preparation made of yeast, characterized by a high level of moisture which renders it rather fragile, and is retailed in diminutive cuboids that necessitate refrigeration to prolong its viability.