19 Food Names You've Been Saying Wrong All This Time 🤐 ...

19 Food Names You've Been Saying Wrong All This Time 🤐 ...
By Holly • Feb 2, 2021 MD

You might be pronouncing the names of certain foods incorrectly without even realizing it. Thankfully, Elite Daily has compiled a list of foods that are commonly mispronounced. It's time to see if you've been saying your favorite dishes wrong!

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1. Bruschetta

Bruschetta

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2. Quinoa

Quinoa

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3. Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon

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4. Hors D'oeuvre

Hors D'oeuvre

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5. Sorbet

Sorbet

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6. Tzatziki

Tzatziki

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7. Provolone

Provolone

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Provolone is a semi-hard Italian cheese made from cow's milk. It is a member of the pasta filata family, which includes other popular Italian cheeses such as mozzarella and caciocavallo. Its flavor is mild yet tangy, with a slightly smoky note. The texture is elastic and smooth, making it perfect for slicing and melting.

Provolone is often used as a table cheese, as well as in sandwiches and other recipes. It is an excellent substitute for mozzarella in pizzas and can also be used in dishes such as lasagna and eggplant parmesan. Provolone is available in a variety of shapes and sizes, from small rounds to large wheels.

When buying provolone, look for a cheese with a glossy, yellow-brown rind. The interior should be smooth and creamy, with a slightly grainy texture. The flavor should be slightly tangy and salty, with a hint of nuttiness. Avoid cheeses with a dry, crumbly texture or a bitter aftertaste.

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8. Beignet

Beignet

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9. Cognac

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10. Edamame

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11. Gnocchi

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12. Quesadilla

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13. Espresso

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14. Escargot

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15. Pinot Grigio

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16. Acai Berries

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17. Hollandaise

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18. Foie Gras

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19. De Jour

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  • Tiara

    2016-12-07T11:02:58.591Z

    Rioja = ree-oh-ha
  • Anna

    2015-10-08T22:10:01.239Z

    As long as you don't say "expresso" all else can be forgiven
  • Bella

    2015-10-08T22:46:38.386Z

    I'm Greek and the t's in tzatziki are actually pronounced
  • Jeni

    2015-10-08T18:47:42.800Z

    Yay! I've been saying them all correctly! Another that almost everyone pronounces incorrectly is Gyro, it's NOT J-eye-ro!!!!
  • Lara

    2015-10-08T19:11:23.438Z

    I guess if you are saying some of these with an American accent then the pronunciation here would be correct.
  • Emmanuelle

    2015-10-08T20:29:45.851Z

    I'm French and this is so funny how they wrote the words! I love the way English speakers talk!
  • Courrtneyy

    2015-10-09T01:51:37.232Z

    Açaí is pronounced ah-sigh-ee!!! Not ah-sigh!
  • Purpleish

    2015-10-08T22:37:00.001Z

    Bruschetta ... I really thought it was like Schmidt, Bru- shetta.... Funny...!
  • Lily

    2015-10-08T17:44:54.340Z

    I don't even know what half these things are!!
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