International English food terms
- International English food terms
The following list of international English food terms points out differences in food terminology between some different dialects of English:
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Digestive biscuits and Graham crackers
These two items are fairly different, but are used similarly (e.g. to make crumb crusts for a cheesecake). Graham crackers are sweeter, and are available in different flavors (e.g. cinnamon, chocolate). Digestive biscuits are richer, and while slightly sweet, are often used eaten with cheese. They are also available coated on one side with milk or dark chocolate. Digestive Biscuits common in the Northeast US, served with tea and given to children. Peak Freen a common brand in the US, however the original producer McVities still produces the biscuit in the UK !
Chips and French fries (Australia)
In Australia, deep fried potato sticks are normally called "chips", but there is some evidence of the use of the term "French fries" for fine chips of about 5mm or 6mm on a side. This probably does not differ very much from the British usage.
Apple Juice, Cider and Hard Cider
In America, fermented apple juice is called "hard cider". "Apple cider" refers to unfiltered (un-fermented) apple juice, typically pasteurized to make it shelf-stable. In New England and parts of Canada, "fresh cider" or sweet cider refers to fresh pressed apple juice; this is unlike any commercial product, and can be found at farm stands and orchards..
American cider (both fresh and hard) is sometimes also made from pears. This is referred to as "pear cider," and is equivalent to perry.
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* American and British English differences
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