Have you ever walked into a restaurant or a bakery and wondered whether you have pronounced the names of some food items correctly? If yes, this article is for you! BetterButter has compiled a list of some popular food items that are often pronounced incorrectly.
Mojito
The Mojito is a popular and refreshing cocktail that can be served with or without alcohol. Traditionally made using soda water, lime, mint and lots of crushed ice, this cocktail is a signature drink that is served in restaurants across the world.
Jalapeno
The jalapeno is a popular chilli pepper that is often used as a topping on pizzas, sandwiches and the ever-popular nachos. These green vegetables lend a spicy kick to everything that they are added to.
Croissant
This buttery and flaky pastry is shaped like a crescent. It is an extremely popular breakfast item that is served in coffee shops and bakeries across the world.
Quinoa
Quinoa is a herbaceous annual plant that is grown for its edible seeds. Primarily used in salads, quinoa is a powerhouse of proteins and nutrients.
Espresso
Espresso is a specific type of coffee drink that has a full, rich and strong coffee flavour. Served in tiny cups, one sip of the Espresso is enough to jumpstart your day in the morning.
Paella
Paella is a rice dish that originated in Spain. Primarily made as a non-vegetarian dish, a vegetarian version of the paella can also be made by substituting seafood with vegetables such as capsicums and onions.
Quesadilla
Another Spanish delicacy, quesadillas are flour tortillas or corn tortillas that are stuffed with beans, vegetables and cheese, and then grilled.
Zucchini
Zucchini, belonging to the squash family, is native to Central America and Mexico. This diverse vegetable can be added to everything-be it breads, salad or pasta. One of the benefits of this vegetable is that it actually helps to reduce weight, which makes it extremely popular across the world.
Champagne
Champagne is a type of sparkling wine, that fizzes when opened. Borrowing its name from the Champagne region in France, this celebratory drink is often consumed on special occasions.
Sandesh
Sandesh is a Bengali dessert that is made using milk and sugar. One of the most famous sweet dishes of India, the sandesh is also available in many different flavours.
Royala Pullusu
The Royala Pullusu is an authentic Andhra dish that is very famous in South India. This authentic dish is made by using prawns and tossing them in a tangy tamarind gravy.
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