KALE () - A member of the cabbage family,cultivated for over 2,000 years. Though it grows in warm climates, it's happiest in colder climes where for centuries its high vitamin content has made it particularly popular with northern Europeans. Kale has a mild, cabbagey flavour and comes in many varieties and colours. Most Kale is easily identified by its frilly leaves arranged in a loose bouquet formation. There are ornamental varieties in shades of lavender, purple and celadon green.

KIRSCH (KEERSH or KEERSH-vah-ser) - From the German kirsch (cherry) and wasser (water), this clear Brandy is distilled from cherry juice and pits. In cookery it is most prominently known as a flavourful addition to fondue.