Glossary of International Food Terms by Cuisine

By Gayot Editors

Don’t know the difference between ono and uni? Not sure what coulis actually means? Learn the basics of culinary terminology with GAYOT’s guide to the proper food terms for cuisines from around the world.

Whether you’re a home cook who wants to brush up on food & cooking basics or you just want to get through a restaurant menu without asking a million questions, our glossary of international food terms is here to help.

Chinese Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
French Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
Hawaiian Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
Indian Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
Italian Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
Japanese Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
Korean Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
Spanish & Latin American Culinary Terms
Thai Food & Cooking Terms / Glossary
Vegan Food Terms