Definition of foie gras
: the fatted liver of an animal and especially of a goose usually served as a pâté
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The breast was served in striking wedges, each with strata of crispy skin, luscious fat, and tender meat, as rich and gamy as foie gras.
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Another restaurant, Akira Back, is one of the best dining spots in the city, serving ahi pizza and a sushi roll with foie gras.
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Certain wines are known to elevate particular ingredients, of course—think of Muscadet and oysters, Sauternes and foie gras, and Cabernet paired with a juicy steak.
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The result is a much sweeter pickle, which Pantel realized would provide a perfect counterpoint to the rich foie gras.
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Classics like pike quenelles, roast chicken for two with foie gras stuffing, leg of lamb with potato gratin, and several seasonal vegetable preparations bolster the menu.
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Chef Paul has elevated this treasured treat with foie gras, strawberries, mint & flowers.
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Sumptuous yet delicate highlights range from Murasaki uni with shiso leaf and watermelon radish to foie gras mousse (pictured left to center).
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Korean cuisine by Jeremy Ford Expect artistic presentation at Jeremy Ford's Time Out Market outpost, inspired by dishes at Stubborn Seed, such as this smoked foie gras under a glass cloche.
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Origin and Etymology of foie gras
French, literally, fat liver
FOIE GRAS Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of foie gras for English Language Learners
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: a food made from the liver of a goose
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