Raw, uncooked. It also means growth, a vineyard of specific quality.

A classification of estates producing wine which was introduced in 1932 to rank certain of those which did not achieve cru classé status. Cru bourgeois is just below grand cru classé.

Corn meal porridge similar to polenta, made into fritters or pancakes in south western France.

"Classed growth." A great growth classified as up to some defined quality. Most of the world's best clarets are cur classé.

If you find "Cru de Cambremer" printed on the label of a bottle of cider it means that it has been chosen at an annual tasting as one of the best in the Auge.

Crisp, raw vegetables such as celery and carrot cut into manageable slice or strips. These are often served as a first course or appetiser with a selection of cold dips and mayonnaises.

A large platter of raw julienne vegetables served alongside dips.

A sweet fritter from Landes