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Deutsch: Kardamom / Español: Cardamomo / Português: Cardamomo / Français: Cardamome / Italiano: Cardamomo
Cardamom is a spice made from the seeds of several plants in the ginger family (Zingiberaceae), known for its strong, aromatic flavour and unique sweet-spicy taste. It is commonly used in both sweet and savoury dishes across various cuisines worldwide, especially in Indian, Middle Eastern, Scandinavian, and Southeast Asian cooking. Cardamom is available in two main types: green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) and black cardamom (Amomum subulatum), each with distinct flavours and uses.
Deutsch: Kardone / Español: Cardo / Português: Cardo / Français: Cardon / Italiano: Cardo
Cardoon, also known as the artichoke thistle, is a perennial plant that belongs to the same family as the artichoke. It is prized for its edible stalks, which are similar in flavor to artichoke hearts but are prepared and consumed more like celery or leek.
Deutsch: Karibische Küche / Español: Cocina Caribeña / Português: Culinária Caribenha / Français: Cuisine des Caraïbes / Italiano: Cucina Caraibica
Caribbean cuisine refers to the diverse culinary traditions of the Caribbean islands, including Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and many others. It is a vibrant and eclectic mix of flavours and cooking styles influenced by African, Indigenous, European, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cultures. Known for its bold spices, fresh herbs, and abundant use of tropical ingredients, Caribbean cuisine reflects the region’s rich cultural heritage and bountiful natural resources.