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Bual Madeira is a variety of Madeira wine that is known for its rich, deep flavor, saccharine sweetness, and potent aroma.  

  A chilled dessert commonly referred to as a “refrigerator dessert,” typically comprises of partially melted marshmallows, fruit or fruit flavorings, and whipped egg whites that are folded in. The mixture is then frozen in a refrigerator tray.  

The luscious, pale-green grapes that are grown in southern Spain are renowned for their sweetness. These grapes are utilized to create white raisins and white wine, and are currently being cultivated in California.  

The term “Maintenon” is used to describe a dish or sauce that is purportedly prepared in the style of Madame Maintenon. It is believed that she created several delectable dishes to entice the appetite of Louis XIV during his declining years.  

The term “magro” literally translates to “lean,” but is commonly used to describe a dish that does not contain meat. This may include dishes such as Lenten sauces that adhere to dietary restrictions.  

A luscious miniature cake, baked in a muffin tin that has been lined with puff pastry. This delicacy hails from Surrey County, originating during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Historical recipes for this pastry feature ingredients such as curds, butter, brandy, sweet and bitter almonds, eggs, lemon, and even potatoes. These dainty British tarts,…

This apple variety, renowned for its reddish hue, is ideal for use in pies and other culinary applications. It is available from August through November, during which time it is in season.  

The term “Madrilene” literally means “in the style of Madrid,” but is commonly associated with a tomato consommé that can be served hot or cold, often in a gelatinous form. Jellied Madrilene is generally served in fragmented pieces. The term “tomato aspic” is used to describe various food preparations infused with tomato flavor, with a…

A delicate cake, typically baked in a diminutive mould designed to resemble a scallop shell. Petite in size, the French tea cake known as madeleine is crafted from a sponge batter reminiscent of genoise, delicately baked within a distinctive scallop-shaped mold.  

An exquisite variety of wine infused with spirits and originating from the African coast’s Madeira island. The assortment of Madeira wines is diverse, ranging from light and somewhat dry to deep, saccharine, and weighty.