You Don't Know Jackfruit
These delicious fungi are so popular as a replacement for meat in a dish that it appears in that capacity 5 times on the Spring/Summer Menu.
What are mushrooms?
This fragrant blend of warming spices, common in Indian and Pakistani cuisine, adds depth to dishes like curries, stews, and marinades, and its name means "warm spice mix."
This type of fruit has flesh or pulp enclosing a stone, with examples including a peach, plum, or cherry.
What is stone fruit?
This pungent root vegetable is known for its sharp, sinus-clearing heat, is commonly blended into sauces and condiments, and a popular accompaniment to steak.
What is horseradish?
This is the term for shelled pumpkin seeds.
What are pepitas?
This semi-hard, brined cheese is often thickly sliced and then grilled or fried, to use in place of meats in salads and sandwiches.
What is Halloumi?
This versatile, ancient Levantine herb and spice blend consists of dried thyme, oregano, marjoram, sumac, toasted sesame seeds, and salt.
What is za'taar?
Accompanying the Sweet & Sour Chicken on the Friday lunch menu, "haricots verts" is a very fancy sounding name for this common vegetable side.
What is green beans?
This Middle Eastern condiment is simply made from ground sesame seeds
What is tahini?
This luxurious, fresh Italian cheese made by shredding fresh mozzarella curds and soaking them in heavy cream, is also known as the creamy filling inside burrata.
What is stracciatella?
This edible inner core of a palm tree is often compared to artichokes or white asparagus in flavor.
This traditional Japanese seven-spice blend is a condiment used to add a complex, spicy, and savory flavor, and its name means "seven-flavor chili pepper."
What is togarashi?
This plant of the nightshade family bears small, spherical, and green or green-purple fruit, and is a staple of Mexican cuisine, notably used in salsa verde
What is tomatillo?
This smoky, nutty Spanish sauce from Catalonia is traditionally made from roasted red peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and nuts like almonds or hazelnuts.
What is Romesco?
This highly aromatic, tart Japanese citrus fruit resembles a small, yellow-green, bumpy tangerine.
What is Yuzu?
It's legumes, not legs, that take center stage in this hearty, comforting dish from the Monday lunch menu.
What is Baked Butter Beans?
This tangy, lemony spice is made from ground, dried berries and is essential in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine for adding a bright, citrusy flavor.
What is sumac?
a tropical fruit known for its unique sweet-sour flavor and diverse culinary and medicinal uses; when ripe, it offers a complex balance of bright tartness and deep, molasses-like sweetness
What is tamarind?
This pungent, fluffy Lebanese garlic sauce/spread is a dairy-free, vegan staple made by emulsifying fresh garlic cloves with oil, lemon juice, and salt.
What is Toum?
These are bite-sized, flavorful nuggets of meat—typically beef brisket—that are double-smoked and caramelized in barbecue sauce.
What are "burnt ends"?
This sweetener, while not made from animals, is generally not considered to be a vegan ingredient due to the involvement of animals in its production.
What is honey?
This essential Korean chili powder/flake features a vibrant red color, moderate heat, and a complex flavor profile that is fruity, smoky, and slightly sweet, providing the signature heat for kimchi.
What is Gochugaru?
Also called guanabana, this tropical fruit's pulp tastes like a mix of strawberry, pineapple, and citrus.
What is Soursop?
This regional variation of BBQ sauce is defined by its tangy, thin, vinegar-based profile, often divided into two regional styles: Eastern (vinegar and pepper) and Western/South (mustard-based "Gold").
What is Carolina BBQ sauce?
This traditional, creamy Indian yogurt-based drink originates from Punjab and is commonly flavored with cardamom or fruit.
What is a Lassi?