Originally Posted By Tiggirl <<Go back to Russia, ya commie!>> LOL! Hey I like Apple Pie... if its warm and ala mode. Otherwise... meh. I think I'm living in the wrong country... ;o) ~Beth
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 I'm hearing "savory" more often now that there are shows like "Top Chef" and all the Food Network shows. Took me awhile to figure out what in the heck they were talking about. It doesn't sound too odd when I hear it now.
Originally Posted By smedley I'm with Liberty Belle on this one. Savoury is used a lot over here, as far as I'm concerned if it's not sweet it's savoury. eg Toffee Popcorn - sweet Salted Popcorn - savoury
Originally Posted By Inspector 57 <<Salted Popcorn - savoury>> LOL! Liberty Belle, I think you've discovered the single-most disagreed-upon / misunderstood / ambiguous word of the English language! smedley, I don't think any of us in the US would ever call salted popcorn "savory." We'd just call it "salty." Same with potato chips, French fries, and anchovies. They're just salty. "Savory" implies herbs and complexity, I think. I can't be sure. It's not as though anyone ever uses the word in conversation. We only ever see it used in ads and menus and recipe columns. "A hearty, savory stew for fall dinners." "A savory blend of tomatoes, herbs, and spices." "Our seasoned salmon, grilled to perfection, served with asparagas, salad, and our savory biscuits." The word is also occasionally used as a synonym for "delicious." ("OMG! We went to Julie and Terry's last weekend and they served us SUCH a savory meal!") Good luck with this one!
Originally Posted By liveforvacations This thread reminded me of my last boss who used the word all the time to describe foods that weren't sweet. She used it to describe potato chips or spinach dip. She is originally from England!
Originally Posted By alexbook I was going to say that I think of "savory" as a synonym for "tasty," but it occurs to me that "tasty" may not mean the same thing over there. Are we sure we're actually speaking the same language?
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo england and america - to nations divided by a common language. Just don't say fanny over here (polite in the US, very rude for female genitalia in the UK). But I could be feeling peckish enough to scoff all the nosh, as I'm starvin like marvin mate! Off to the tuck shop for some sweets, crisps and lashings of ginger beer.
Originally Posted By alexbook So, would Cadbury chocolate with melamine be considered "sweet" or "savoury"?
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt ^^^Ginger beer?? like ginger ale only stronger?? not like ginger ale the soda right? sounds interesting!! Rose & Crown?!?
Originally Posted By Liberty Belle >>In the UK, it usually means (not sweet food)<< Yeah, same in Australia. English is such a crazy language!! I agree with Smed, I'd call salted popcorn "savoury". Same with hot chips (fries). A couple of people have mentioned cat food - I'd never call cat food "savoury"! Maybe because I never eat cat food. Wait ... that's not another cultural difference, is it?! >>Just don't say fanny over here (polite in the US, very rude for female genitalia in the UK).<< This cracked me up, it's so true. I remember when we started watching "The Nanny" 15 years ago or whatever it was, and they said "fanny" in the theme song and we had a real "what the?!" moment before we remembered the meaning is rather different over there ... I must admit I love walking around Disneyland loudly talking about "fanny packs" because I can.
Originally Posted By alexbook >>A couple of people have mentioned cat food - I'd never call cat food "savoury"! Maybe because I never eat cat food. Wait ... that's not another cultural difference, is it?! << "Savory" is a word that crops up often in pet food advertisements. (I suppose you'd call those "adverts," wouldn't you?) Here, for example, is Fancy Feast Chunky Gourmet Cat Food. According to the web site, "Savory recipes feature meaty chunks, finely ground pate and savory broth." It's doubly savory! <a href="http://www.petco.com/product/10204/Fancy-Feast-Chunky-Gourmet-Cat-Food.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.petco.com/product/1...ood.aspx</a>
Originally Posted By Schmitty Good Vibes Mmmmmm! Savoury cat food with melted chedar in a bun. Kinda like a tuna melt. Don't knock it 'till you've tried it.
