Zabaglione: An ethereal dessert made by whisking egg yolks, Marsala wine, and sugar over simmering water to convert the eggs into a foamy custard. Called "Sabayon" in France.

Zenmai: Japanese for royal fern, osmond flowering fern

Zest: Rind of citrus fruit

Zinfandel: A dry red wine with a fruity flavor that some compare to the flavor of raspberries.

Ziti: Bridegrooms

Zombie: A very potent alcoholic beverage consisting of two types of rum, two types of liqueur, and two or three fruit juices

Zuke: Japanese for tuna dipped in soy source