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Arm of the Gypsy refers to a Spanish dessert which is very common in Pulpi, Almeria. Arm of the Gypsy is a rolled-up sponge cake that is filled with almond cream or some type of jelly and then sprinkled with honey or sugar for a glaze. The Arm of the Gypsy cake is sliced up before serving and can be served with fresh fruit or whipped cream.

Abernathy Biscuit refers to a firn cracker flavored with caraway seeds which was created in 1800's by a Scottish physician named Dr. John Abernathy to cure digestive diseases.

Apple Connaught refers to a British custard which is topped with the syrup from glazed apples. Apple Connaught is named in honor of the Duke of Connaught.

Artos is the general name for Greek celebration breads (loaves). Artos is available in many varieties which differ in size, shape, color and taste depending on which and what festivity is being celebrated. Each Artos is unique as it is made involving family traditions and all with a history. It is a practice that most homebakers bring their Artos breads to a priest for blessing before donating the breads to the less fortunate. Artos is pronounced "ahr-tahs

Asfor refers to a Middle Eastern ingredient which is made from the stamens of the safflower. Asfor has a golden, pale-orange color and is used to color or tint and flavor foods and desserts.

- Almejas al Horno : Almejas al Horno refers to a Spanish food; a Tapa of baked stuffed clams.

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