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Several varieties of wild raspberries, typically found in the New England region, are collectively referred to as thimbleberries. These raspberries exhibit a wide range of colors, ranging from a delicate pink or red to a rich, deep black, and often have a rather lackluster and insipid taste. Thimbleberries are also known by other common names…

A savory amalgamation of cooked poultry such as chicken, turkey, or veal, or even succulent lobster, blended with spaghetti and mushrooms, and smothered in a velvety and sumptuous veloute sauce, laced with flavors of nutmeg and sherry, is commonly referred to as tetrazzini. This decadent preparation is further baked to perfection, resulting in a delectable…

A ceramic or earthenware vessel, often referred to as a terrine, is utilized to prepare, serve or vend savory dishes such as paté or similar food preparations. Enter the realm of culinary craftsmanship, where we encounter a remarkable cooking vessel known as an earthenware dish. This vessel, renowned for its distinct properties, lends its name…

A river and swamp turtle, whose meat has a unique odor which many people find offensive and others can’t resist. It is eaten more in the South than elsewhere, most often in stews, though diamondback terrapin has some fanciers in the eastern part of the country. Let us acquaint ourselves with a petite inhabitant of…

A delectable and savory dish comprising of succulent cubes of various meats such as pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, and the like, marinated in a tantalizing blend of spiced soy sauce, is commonly referred to as kebab. This flavorful meat preparation is ideally broiled, preferably on skewers that are placed over live coals. A delectable and…

The tenderloin is a muscle that extends along the spine, and is considered to be the softest and most delicate cut of beef. While it may not necessarily be the most flavorful portion, it is widely acknowledged as the most tender. A few of the cuts that are commonly derived from the tenderloin include filet…

A generously-sized citrus fruit, characterized by a loose outer skin, is believed to be a hybrid fruit resulting from the crossbreeding of the mandarin and sweet orange varieties. This citrus fruit is commonly known as a tangelo.  

A delicately-flavored variety of black pepper, sourced from the Malabar coast located in the southern region of India, is commonly referred to as Malabar pepper.  

A succulent cut of beef, commonly referred to as a porterhouse steak, is sourced from the smaller end of the loin, resulting in a relatively diminutive size. However, this savory cut of meat is accompanied by a rather steep price tag, as it requires being sliced in a relatively thick fashion. The notable “T-shaped” bone…

A piece of bread coated with a thin layer of creamy butter, and further embellished with a generous slathering of sweet, fruity jam, preserves, savory fish paste, or similar delectable spreads, is what is commonly known as a toast.