Culinary and Sensory Vocabulary: Definitions and Examples

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Culinary Terms and Food Descriptors

  • Steamed: Cooked by being placed in steam. Example: Steamed vegetables retain more nutrients.
  • Seasoned: Enhanced with flavorings. Example: The salad needs to be seasoned; maybe a little salt and olive oil will be enough.
  • Stewed: Cooked slowly in a small amount of liquid. Example: The stewed apples were soft and flavorful.
  • Broth: A soup, often with vegetables or rice in it. Example: Chicken broth is a common base for soups.
  • Savory: Having a usually salty, but not sweet taste. Example: The dish had a savory flavor that was very satisfying.
  • Jelly: A soft, sweet food that shakes when you move it. Example: Strawberry jelly is a popular choice for toast.
  • Tender: (Of meat) Soft and easy to bite through. Example: The steak was cooked perfectly, very tender and juicy.
  • Mild: Mild food does not have a strong taste. Example: This cheese has a mild flavor.
  • Tinned: Tinned food is sold in metal containers. Example: Tinned tomatoes are convenient for cooking.
  • Tasty: Having lots of enjoyable flavor. Example: This soup is very tasty.
  • Garlic: A vegetable like a small onion with a very strong taste and smell. Example: Garlic adds a pungent flavor to many dishes.
  • Soy Sauce: A sauce made from soya beans, used in Chinese cooking. Example: Soy sauce is a key ingredient in many Asian recipes.
  • Dairy: Relating to milk or to foods made using milk. Example: Cheese and yogurt are dairy products.
  • Deep-fried: (Of food) Fried in oil that covers it. Example: Deep-fried chicken is crispy and flavorful.
  • Crunchy: Making a crunching sound when eaten (crispy). Example: The salad was fresh and crunchy.
  • Creamy: Like cream or containing cream. Example: This sauce is very creamy and rich.
  • Rotten: Very bad or decayed. Example: The fruit was rotten and had to be thrown away.
  • Smelly: Malodorous. Example: The cheese had a strong, smelly aroma.

Sensory Experiences and Perceptions

  • Moose: A large North American deer. Example: We saw a moose in the forest.
  • Source: Origin, beginning. Example: The river's source is in the mountains.
  • Maggots: A creature like a very small worm that is found in decaying meat and other foods and later develops into a fly (larva). Example: The rotten meat was infested with maggots.
  • Poke Through: Stick out. Example: The bones began to poke through the skin.
  • Pastry: Dough. Example: I'll send you the recipe for my cookie pastry; it is always delicious.
  • Gaze: To look at something or someone for a long time, especially in surprise or admiration, or because you are thinking about something else (stare). Example: She gazed at the stars in wonder.
  • Taste: Flavor. Example: The taste of the chocolate lingered on her tongue.
  • Linger: Continue for longer than expected. Example: The scent of the flowers lingered in the air.
  • Synesthesia: A strange feeling that makes you see the sounds or hear the colors. Example: People with synesthesia might experience colors when they hear music.
  • Mixed Up: Confused; think one thing is another thing. Example: I got the dates mixed up and missed the meeting.
  • Roll Off: Cause to turn and fall. Example: The ball rolled off the table.
  • Put Somebody Off: Prevent someone from doing something. Example: The bad smell put me off eating the food.
  • Lumps: Solid pieces. Example: There were lumps in the gravy.
  • Grow Up Of: Stop doing something as you get older. Example: He grew up of biting his nails.
  • Turn Out: To be discovered to be something. Example: The rumor turned out to be true.

Research, Abilities, and Reactions

  • Making Up: Invent. Example: She was making up a story to entertain the children.
  • Carry Out: To perform or complete a job or activity; research. Example: The scientists carried out experiments to test their hypothesis.
  • Aid: Help or support someone. Example: The organization provides aid to people in need.
  • Gift: A special ability. Example: She has a gift for music.
  • Downsides: Disadvantages. Example: Every job has its downsides.
  • Overwhelming: Too much to cope with. Example: The amount of work was overwhelming.
  • Missing Out: Not get a benefit that someone else gets. Example: If you don't go to the party, you'll be missing out.
  • Proof: Evidence. Example: There is no proof that the theory is correct.
  • Slight: Small and not very important. Example: There was a slight difference in their opinions.
  • Earlier: Previously. Example: I saw him earlier today.
  • Persuaded: Cause to do, convince. Example: He persuaded her to go to the party.
  • Even Though: Although. Example: Even though it was raining, we went for a walk.
  • Huge: Extremely large. Example: They live in a huge house.

Concert and Music Vocabulary

  • Captivate: Charm, fascinate. Example: The singer captivated the audience with her performance.
  • Venue: The scene or locale of any action or event. Example: The concert venue was packed with fans.
  • Turned Out: Be present, attend; conclude. Example: A large crowd turned out for the concert. The event turned out to be a success.
  • Stunning: Strikingly beautiful. Example: The stage design was stunning.
  • Stage: Raised performance area. Example: The band played on a large stage.
  • Crowd: Many people. Example: The crowd cheered for the band.
  • Mesmerized: Fascinated. Example: The audience was mesmerized by the performance.
  • Breath-taking: Astonishing, amazing, remarkable. Example: The view from the top of the mountain was breath-taking.
  • Slow-paced: Not fast-moving. Example: The movie had a slow-paced plot.
  • Up-tempo: Fast rhythm. Example: The song had an up-tempo beat.
  • Impressive: Admirable. Example: Her performance was very impressive.
  • Lyrics: Words of a song. Example: The lyrics of the song were very meaningful.
  • Highlight: Emphasize. Example: The report highlighted the importance of education.
  • Mash Up: Talking about music, a mixture of styles. Example: The DJ played a mash-up of different songs.
  • Criticism: Negative judgment. Example: The movie received a lot of criticism.
  • Unforgettable: Impossible to forget. Example: The concert was an unforgettable experience.
  • Posh: Elegant or stylishly luxurious. Example: He takes her to some really posh restaurants.

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