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Deutsch: Limonade / Español: Limonada / Português: Limonada / Français: Limonade / Italiano: Limonata

Lemonade is a refreshing drink made primarily from lemon juice, water, and sugar. It is a popular beverage worldwide, enjoyed for its tart, sweet, and zesty flavour, and is often associated with summertime. Lemonade can be made fresh at home by mixing freshly squeezed lemon juice with water and sweetener, or it can be purchased in bottled or powdered forms.

Deutsch: Lateinamerikanische Küche / Español: Cocina Latinoamericana / Português: Culinária Latino-Americana / Français: Cuisine Latino-Américaine / Italiano: Cucina Latinoamericana

Latin American cuisine encompasses the diverse culinary traditions of the countries in Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico. It is characterised by its bold flavours, vibrant colours, and a variety of ingredients such as corn, beans, rice, chillies, potatoes, and tropical fruits. The cuisine reflects the rich cultural influences of Indigenous, African, European (particularly Spanish and Portuguese), and Asian communities, creating a unique and varied food culture across the region.

Deutsch: Hummerschwanz / Español: Cola de langosta / Português: Cauda de lagosta / Français: Queue de homard / Italiano: Coda di aragosta

Lobster tail refers to the tail portion of a lobster, which is a highly prized and popular seafood delicacy known for its sweet, tender, and succulent meat. In the food context, lobster tails are often served as a luxurious dish in fine dining and special occasions, cooked using various methods such as grilling, broiling, baking, steaming, or poaching. Lobster tails are enjoyed for their rich flavour and elegant presentation, making them a favourite in seafood cuisine.

Deutsch: Flüssiges Fett / Español: Grasa líquida / Português: Gordura líquida / Français: Graisse liquide / Italiano: Grasso liquido

Liquid fat in the food context refers to fats that are in a liquid state at room temperature. Common examples include vegetable oils such as olive oil, canola oil, sunflower oil, and other plant-derived oils. Liquid fats are primarily composed of unsaturated fats, which are generally considered healthier than solid fats (saturated fats) due to their positive effects on heart health and cholesterol levels. They are widely used in cooking, baking, frying, salad dressings, and as a component in processed foods.

Deutsch: Lakatan / Español: Lakatan / Português: Lakatan / Français: Lakatan / Italian: Lakatan

Lakatan refers to a variety of banana that is widely cultivated and consumed in the Philippines. Known for its sweet flavour and firm texture, Lakatan bananas are one of the most popular and preferred banana varieties in Filipino cuisine.

Deutsch: lauwarm / Español: tibio / Português: morno / Français: tiède / Italiano: tiepido

Lukewarm refers to a temperature that is moderately warm, typically around 37°C to 40°C (98°F to 104°F). In the food context, it describes a temperature that is neither hot nor cold, often used for specific cooking and preparation techniques.