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Pronounced et-oof-ay. The word “etouffee” comes from the French word meaning “to smother.” Common in Creole and Cajun cuisine, the dish is composed of a thick, flavorful sauce with shellfish, most often crawfish, and vegetables poured liberally over a bed of rice.
Pronounced flam-BAY. A cooking method in which alcohol is added to a dish then lit on fire. Very often used as a tableside spectacle, flambéing also serves the purpose of burning off potent alcohol compounds, helping to infuse subtle aroma and flavor into a dish.
Pronounced amoos boosh. A small, often bite-sized appetizer that is not ordered by the diner, but rather is offered by the chef as a complement to and preparation for the meal to follow.
Pronounced cohn-fee. A term for when food — such as meat, most often duck or goose, or fruit — has been submerged in oil, grease, or syrup and cooked at a low temperature. The cooked material can then be packaged with its cooking solution and stored for a long period of time, making confit both a cooking and preserving method.
Pronounced tar-tar. Traditionally made with steak or tuna, tartare consists of finely chopped or minced raw meat, often served with onions, capers, and seasonings such as Worcestershire sauce. Some variations include a raw egg yolk.
What is Menu: Definition & Types (Tutorial 2)
FAQ
What do you understand by term menu?
Why is it important to use the correct terminology in menu writing?
What is the meaning of the phrase menu?
What is the basic concept of menu?
What are the different menu terms?
It lists a whole mix of different menu terms that often confuse people an offers up some basic descriptions on exactly what each term means. Avec des Glacons, Hache, Omakase, Du Jour, Veloute Sauce are all explained on the chart, a perfect reference for anyone who wants to understand every word a menu might throw up. Hungry For More?
How do I know if a restaurant will add menu terms?
Read the bottom of your menus to see in small print whether or not the restaurant will add this straight onto your bill. I noticed it when it came to paying and told them to take it straight off again. We saved about £10 doing this. 50 menu terms you were afraid to ask about.
What is a main menu item?
Once again depending on where one is dining, a main menu item is termed as an entrée or the main meal/course. It is the star of the show, with all preceding courses designed to complement – rather than detract from – it. The main meal is the heaviest or most complex course.
What is a set menu?
It is also referred to by a number of different names, ie a degustation or a tasting menu. In a set menu, diners can choose from a limited number of options according to their taste. It is often the most cost-effective way to dine, rather than choosing to order items a la carte.