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Deutsch: Kurkuma / Español: Cúrcuma / Português: Açafrão-da-terra / Français: Curcuma / Italiano: Curcuma
The golden-hued spice known as Turmeric has been a cornerstone of culinary and medicinal traditions for millennia, particularly in South Asia. Derived from the rhizome of the Curcuma longa plant, it is celebrated not only for its vibrant color and earthy flavor but also for its extensive applications in health and industry. This article explores its botanical origins, chemical properties, and global significance.
Deutsch: Steckrübe / Español: Nabo / Português: Nabo / Français: Navet / Italiano: Rapa
Turnip in the food context refers to a root vegetable known scientifically as Brassica rapa. Part of the cruciferous family, turnips are widely cultivated for their white, fleshy taproot, although their greens are also edible and nutritious. Turnips are a versatile ingredient in various culinary traditions, appreciated for their slightly sweet and peppery flavor.
English: Point-point / Deutsch: Punkt-Punkt / Español: Punto-punto / Português: Ponto-ponto / Français: Point-point / Italiano: Punto-punto /
Turo-turo is a Filipino term which refers to an eatery in which the pre-cooked foods are laid out, and chosen by pointing into it using the fingers before it is served.
Turrón de Doña Pepa refers a very popular and traditional dessert from Peru which is especially prepared during the "Señor de los Milagros" religious celebrations in October. It is flour dough with margarine, yolks, salt and anise that is baked. The baked layers of anise cookie are then bathed with cane syrup called Chancaca and topped with caramels and colorful candies.