Kahlua

This coffee flavored liqueur from Mexico has a rich flavor and dark brown color. It is also known as Kahlua Licor de Café

Kale

A member of the cabbage family; kale comes in either green or a purple color. When quickly blanched and lightly coated with olive oil, it is a wonderful garnish

Kasha

A roasted buckwheat grain used in Jewish and Russian cooking

Kebob

A roasted or grilled skewer with chunks of marinated meat, poultry or vegetables

Keynote

Opening remarks of a meeting that set tone of the event and motivate attendees. 

Keynote Speaker

One who presents the issues of primary interest to a group of people. 

Kielbasa

A Polish smoked sausage made from pork and beef

Kimchee

Served at almost every Korean meal, this spicy fermented cabbage dish is often buried in the ground to preserve it

Kobe Beef

A very high grade of beef with a deep rich flavor and strong marble from Kobe region of Japan. It is becoming more common on menus in America and has made the cost prohibitive 

Kosher

A Hebrew word simply meaning "clean". This term refers not to religious practices as much as scientific practices. Much is written on this topic elsewhere