Ingredient list

Simple syrup is a clear, sweet solution made by dissolving sugar in water, most often in a 1:1 ratio. Unlike granulated sugar, it dissolves instantly in cold drinks, making it a staple for cocktails, iced coffee, lemonades, and homemade syrups. It is also used to moisten cake layers, in desserts and glazes, and to sweeten beverages. Store refrigerated in a sealed bottle for several weeks.

Simple syrup, also known as sugar syrup or bartender'so syrup, is a fundamental ingredient used in bartending and cooking alike. It is made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in a 1:1 or 2:1 ratio, resulting in a clear, sweet liquid. It is used to sweeten cocktails, lemonades, and coffee, as it dissolves instantly in cold drinks unlike granulated sugar. In the kitchen, it can also be used in desserts, ice creams, or as a base for flavoured syrups infused with herbs, citrus, or spices. It is very easy to prepare at home with just two ingredients.

Skinless salmon is a salmon fillet with the fatty skin removed, making it ready for immediate use without any further preparation. It retains all the nutritional benefits of salmon, including high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and B vitamins. It is especially popular for delicate dishes such as fish pies, creamy pasta, risottos, or baked fillets. Without the skin, the flesh cooks more evenly and absorbs the flavors of marinades and seasonings more readily. It also works beautifully in sushi and tartare preparations.

Skyr is a traditional Icelandic dairy product with a thick, creamy texture similar to Greek yogurt. It is made from skimmed milk and is rich in protein, calcium, and probiotic cultures. Its flavor is mildly tangy and refreshing. In the kitchen, it works well as a healthy breakfast topped with fruit and granola, or as a base for smoothies and desserts. It can also be used as a low-fat substitute for cream or sour cream in sauces and dips. Skyr is popular among athletes and health-conscious individuals thanks to its high protein content and low fat levels. It is available in plain and flavored varieties.

Sladovit je tradiční český sladový sladidlo vyrobené z ječmenného sladu. Má hustou, tmavě hnědou konzistenci podobnou medu nebo melase, s charakteristickou jemně hořkosladkou chutí a výraznou sladovou vůní. Používá se jako přírodní alternativa cukru při pečení chleba, perníku a dalších pečiv, kde přispívá k typické tmavé barvě a plné chuti. Také se dobře hodí do marinád, omáček nebo jako sladidlo do nápojů. Ve srovnání s rafinovaným cukrem obsahuje více minerálů a je méně sladký, takže se používá podobně jako sirup. Je oblíbenou surovinou v tradiční české a slovenské kuchyni.

Sliced cheese is cheese prepared in thin, uniform slices that are easy to use in sandwiches, toasts, burgers, or baked dishes. It is made from various types of cheese, most commonly Edam, Gouda, Emmental, or processed cheese. Thanks to its thin format, it melts quickly when heated, creating an appetising golden layer. Sliced cheese is sold in individually separated slices, making portioning simple and convenient. It is an essential part of quick meals and popular snacks. The flavour varies depending on the type of cheese used, from mild and milky to more pronounced and saltier varieties.

Slivovitz is a traditional fruit brandy made from plums, typical of Central and Eastern Europe. Its alcohol content usually ranges between 45 and 60%. In the kitchen, it is used to flavour desserts such as plum cakes, filled chocolates or fruit sauces. It also works well in marinades for game and dark meats, deepening the flavour profile. It can be added to mulled wine or punches. Its characteristic taste is distinctly fruity with a gently warming finish and a pleasant plum aroma.

Sloe berries are small, dark blue fruits of the blackthorn shrub (Prunus spinosa), closely related to the plum. They grow wild on the edges of forests and country lanes. Their flavor is intensely astringent and tart, softening slightly after the first frosts. In the kitchen, they are primarily used for processing, sloes are made into jams, marmalades, compotes, liqueurs, and homemade spirits. Sloe gin is a particularly popular preparation worldwide. Raw fruits are barely edible due to their astringency, but after cooking or fermentation they develop an interesting, complex fruity flavor. They are rich in vitamin C and tannins.

Slovak paprika is ground or whole paprika grown and processed in Slovakia, particularly in the southern regions of the country. It is made from red peppers of various varieties, dried and milled, resulting in an aromatic red spice with a mild to medium-hot flavour. It is widely used in Slovak cuisine to season stews, sauces, soups, meat dishes and marinated cheeses. Slovak paprika is valued for its fresh flavour and deep colour, which lend dishes a typical Central European character. It is available in sweet, semi-sweet and hot varieties.

Slovenská klobása je tradiční masný výrobek z vepřového masa, ochucený česnekem, paprikou a dalšími kořením, plněný do přírodní střívka a uzený. Charakterizuje ji výrazná, kouřová chuť a pevná textura. Je jedním z ikonických produktů slovenské gastronomie a je oblíbená i v sousedních zemích. Ideální je na grilování, smažení na pánvi nebo přidání do dušených pokrmů, polévek a zeleninových jídel. Skvěle se hodí k hořčici, křenu a čerstvému chlebu. Na Slovensku se vyrábí v různých regionálních variantách lišících se v koření a úrovni pálivosti.

Smoked bacon is cured and smoked pork belly that is prized for its unmistakable smoky aroma and extended shelf life. It is made from salted or brined pork belly, which is then cold-smoked or hot-smoked to develop its characteristic layers of fat and lean meat along with a rich, smoky flavour. In the kitchen, smoked bacon is an indispensable ingredient, it is added to egg dishes, soups, sauces, casseroles, and salads, or simply fried and served as a side. It is a key component in dishes such as pasta carbonara, classic bacon and eggs, and various burger recipes. It is available sliced or as a whole piece.

Smoked bacon fat (lard bacon) is a traditional pork product derived from the fatty layer on the back or side of the pig. Unlike streaky belly bacon, it consists mainly of fat with little or no lean meat. Before smoking, it is cured in salt or a spiced brine and then slowly smoked, giving it a firm texture, golden-brown colour and an intense smoky aroma. In the kitchen it can be added to soups, sauces, braised cabbage, bean dishes or used as a cooking base for sautéeing other ingredients. Thinly sliced, it also works well on bread. Its foreign relatives include Italian lardo and Hungarian szalonna.