White peppercorns are allowed to ripen before being picked, then the skin is removed and the berry is dried, resulting in a light-tan berry with a smoother skin and milder flavor than black pepper.

A dish consisting of a tougher cut of beef (usually chuck or round) that is first browned in the pan, then braised slowly in a covered pot with some liquid. This results in a flavorful and more tender piece of meat.

An Italian chicory with red leaves that are slightly bitter. It's usually used as a salad green.

The oil extracted from grape seeds. It has a clean taste and a higher smoking point.