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Deutsch: Vorspeise / Español: Aperitivo / Português: Aperitivo / Français: Apéritif / Italiano: Antipasto
Appetiser in the food context refers to a small dish served before the main course of a meal, designed to stimulate the appetite without being too filling. Appetisers are often rich in flavor, artfully presented, and varied in texture, ranging from hot to cold, light to savory, simple to elaborate.
Deutsch: Achiote / Español: Achiote / Português: Achiote / Français: Achiote / Italiano: Achiote
Achiote is a spice and natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the annatto tree (Bixa orellana). It is widely used in Latin American, Caribbean, and Filipino cuisines for its earthy, slightly peppery, and mildly sweet flavor. Achiote is often used to marinate meats, enhance rice dishes, and give food a rich reddish-orange color. It is commonly found in the form of whole seeds, powder, or achiote paste (a blend of annatto, vinegar, garlic, and spices).
English: Casserole / Español: Cazuela o gratinado / Português: Suflê ou assado / Français: Gratin ou casserole / Italiano: Sformato
Auflauf is a German term for a baked dish, similar to a casserole or gratin. It can be sweet or savory, often made with ingredients like potatoes, pasta, vegetables, cheese, or meat, all baked in a dish with eggs, cream, or sauce. Sweet versions, such as Quarkauflauf (curd cheese casserole), are popular as desserts, while savory variations include Kartoffelauflauf (potato casserole) or Nudelauflauf (pasta bake).
Deutsch: Anpassung / Español: Adaptación / Português: Adaptação / Français: Adaptation / Italiano: Adattamento
Adaptation in the food context refers to the modification of traditional recipes, ingredients, or cooking methods to suit dietary restrictions, cultural preferences, or ingredient availability. This can include substitutions for allergens, plant-based alternatives, or regional variations of a dish while maintaining the essence of the original recipe.
Deutsch: Verfügbarkeit / Español: Disponibilidad / Português: Disponibilidade / Français: Disponibilité / Italiano: Disponibilità
Availability in the food context refers to the accessibility and presence of food products in a given market or region. It reflects the extent to which food items are readily obtainable by consumers, which can depend on factors such as seasonality, supply chain logistics, local production, and import/export regulations. Food availability is crucial for ensuring food security and meeting the dietary needs of populations.
Deutsch: Aktivität / Español: Actividad / Português: Atividade / Français: Activité / Italiano: Attività
Activity in the food context refers to the physical, chemical, or biological processes that occur in or around food, affecting its quality, safety, and nutritional value. It encompasses various phenomena, such as enzymatic reactions, microbial activity, and water activity, which influence the shelf life, flavour, texture, and overall characteristics of food products.