Terroir. Terrain. An expression covering the land and all it produces, so this might indicate the crops produced in a particular region, together with the herbs growing there in abundance; the woodland with its provision for hunting, which might include game birds, wild boar, deer and rabbits and so on. Terroir covers the whole life of a rural landscape.
"Calf's head." Veal brawn. It is quite fatty and usually served with a vinaigrette flavoured with mustard.
Asparagus tips. White, as opposed to green, asparagus is especially prized in northern France. Wild asparagus (asperges sauvage) is also found, especially in Provence.
"Head of the Medusa." Honey fungus. They should always be well cooked.
