Glossary W

Wähe is the Swiss word for "tart" , as in Fructewähen which is a fruit tart, like Apfelwähe (Swiss apple tart) and Käsewähe (savory cheese tart). Wähe can also be spelled Waehe.

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Wai is a Maori word for water

Guest: Waiter, my plate is wet!
Waiter:That's not wet, sir - that's the soup!

Wakegi refers to a green onion that has a longer green stem than the other green onions. The thinner is called Asatsuki. Wakige is used in Sunomono vinegar dishes, while Asatsuki is used for toppings for added flavor.

Walkie Talkie refers to the South African name for cooked chicken feet and heads which is sold as street food.

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Wallop is the British slang for "Beer". Wallop is also an old cooking term which means to boil with a continued bubbling noise.

Walm refers to the bubbling and heaving of water, etc. in process of boiling, melting, etc.). Also, one such motion; a "Wallop", a bubble; to boil with a continued bubbling noise. Walm is one of obscure and historical terms used by Sir Kenelm Digby for making his recipes for Mead

Walnuss is the German word for "Walnut" which is usually used for making desserts and also as a toppng for salads.

Deutsch: Walnuss / Español: nuez / Português: noz / Français: noix / Italiano: noce

Walnut is a nutrient-dense tree nut from the genus Juglans, widely used in various culinary applications. Renowned for its rich, slightly bitter flavour and unique texture, it is a staple in both sweet and savoury dishes.

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Wan is a Thai word for sweet