The completely revised and updated edition of this indispensable resource contains more than 8,000 terms relating to food ingredients, cooking styles, preparation techniques, utensils, and types of culinary service. Clear and concise definitions, word origins, and simple phonetic pronunications make this reference invaluable for food and beverage professionals.

Here at last is a dictionary that puts thousands of current nutrition terms at your fingertips. Written in plain English, this comprehensive dictionary covers all aspects of nutrition from medical terms to basic foods to such diverse dietetic practice areas as research, communications, and private practice.