Great snipe. The finest part of the bird is reputed to be the brain. Best in autumn (US: fall), they are usually roasted.
Snipe, of which there are several kinds. The finest part of the bird is reputed to be the brain. Best in autumn (US: fall), they are usually roasted.
Garfish or saury. These are two very similar fish, both of which are good to eat. They are striking, beaked, marine fish up to 60 cm (2 ft) long, with a backbone which turns bright green, almost mauve, on cooking and a delicious flavour, found on most European coasts.
Snipe. The finest part of the bird is reputed to be the brain. Best in fall, they are usually roasted.
Great snipe. The finest part of the bird is reputed to be the brain. Best in autumn (US: fall), they are usually roasted.
Figpecker. Figeater. A small migratory bird very similar to the blackcap. They are usually threaded on skewers and grilled. The main reason for their great popularity is that, as their name implies, they feed on figs, sweetening their flesh and giving them a desirable plumpness.