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.
Woodcock. It is a very fine, pigeon-sized, game bird which inhabits boggy woodland and which is usually cooked undrawn, with only the gizzard removed. The trail, or entrails, are considered a great delicacy. A woodcock constitutes one portion. They are often served stuffed with their own gizzards or with the gizzards mashed for the sauce.
Woodcock. It is a very fine, pigeon-sized, game bird which inhabits boggy woodland and which is usually cooked undrawn, with only the gizzard removed. The trail, or entrails, are considered a great delicacy. A woodcock constitutes one portion. They are often served stuffed with their own gizzards or with the gizzards mashed for the sauce.
"Woodcock in the style of Bilbao." Woodcock stewed in broth with sherry, turnips thickened with a blend of fried bread and potato.
"Woodcock in the style of Guadeloupe." Woodcock stewed in a sofrito containing wine and the giblets of the woodcock.