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Algarrobina refers to Peru's Pisco-based drink. Algarrobina is made from Pisco and carob syrup (Algarrobina), evaporated milk, egg yolk and ice, and sprinkled with cinnamon.

Alheira refers to a Portuguese sausage made with different kinds of meats other than pork, usually veal, duck, chicken or rabbit, and bread.

Alho e Oelo means "garlic and oil" in Brazil.

Alicanterefers to a red wine of Spain which was popular as a dessert wine in England during the 19th century.

Alicante Bouschet refers to a red grape used primarily for blending table wines.

Alich'a refers to an Ethiopian term that refers to stews that are mildly spiced.

Alicha birsen refer to lentil curry which is one of Eritrea's national specialties.

Alici farcite in scapece is the Italian term which means "stuffed anchovies"

Alimango is the Filipino word for "Crab". Its scientific name Scylla serrata. It is also called in English as mud crab, mangrove crab, or black crab. Alimango is sourced from fresh water and is the largest among the four (4) kinds of crabs usually found in the Philippines.

Alimango has large pincers, the shell is thick and tough to crack.

Alimango is prepared in the Philippines in various ways. Halabos na Alimango when it is cooked on its own juice with some spices; Ginataang Alimango (Crabs cooked in Coconut Milk) and Tortang Alimango (Crab Omelette), among others.

In the food context, "Alimasag" is the Tagalog word for a blue "crab"; spotted medium sized crab. Crabs are a popular seafood in many cuisines, and they are used in a variety of dishes.

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Algarrobina

Alheira

Alho e oelo

Alicante

Alicante Bouschet

Alich'a

Alicha birsen

Alici farcite in scapece

Alimango

Alimasag

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