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Deutsch: Auster / Español: Ostra / Português: Ostra / Français: Huître / Italiano: Ostrica

Oyster in the food context refers to a type of bivalve mollusks that are consumed worldwide as a delicacy, raw or cooked. Oysters are particularly known for their role in sustainable aquaculture and are prized for their unique flavor, which varies greatly depending on their environment and how they are raised.

Deutsch: Offenes Schinken-Käse-Sandwich / Español: Sándwich de jamón y queso abierto / Português: Sanduíche aberto de presunto e queijo / Français: Sandwich ouvert au jambon et fromage / Italiano: Panino aperto con prosciutto e formaggio

An Open-Faced Ham and Cheese Sandwich in the food context refers to a type of sandwich where a single slice of bread serves as the base for layered ingredients, in this case, ham and cheese, without a top slice of bread covering it. This dish is distinguished by its presentation and the way it is consumed, often with utensils rather than being eaten by hand like traditional sandwiches. The open-faced nature allows for more creative topping arrangements, and the cheese is typically melted under a broiler or grill, resulting in a warm, gooey texture that complements the savory ham.

Ogo refers to a common name of a variety of seaweed used in Hawaii for food.

Osang refers to African tea which is one of the national drinks of Equatorial Guinea. Osang is a traditional African tea from Equatorial Guinea. It is a a milky, sweet, and spiced tea.

Ostriche fritte is the Italian term for "fried oysters" that is often serve as antipasto..

"Oil" typically refers to a liquid fat that is used in cooking, baking,, and other culinary applications.

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