Weever or dragon fish. A marine fish with poisonous spines. Alec, of Padstow Angling Centre tells me that the greater weever is one of the finest fishes to eat. This is a place that knows its fish, so I look forward to trying it as soon as I can.
Transhumance. The seasonal movement of animals, accompanied by people, to find better grazing. This is most commonly to higher alpine pastures in summer and the movement back again in winter.
A variety of grape ubiquitous in Italy. It is used in the production of balsamic vinegar and predominates in white wines throughout the country, producing wines of high acidity.
