Boyde, 56-57, notes that Geoffrey of Vinsauf equates periphrasis, metonymy, and a species of emphasis. Type IIb represents the traditional verbal periphrasis in the European languages which has given rise to the term auxiliary. He opens his Cantico, in fact, by emulating Dante's tendency in the Comedy to record the temporal setting of his narrative by means of a mythological periphrasis.
Spanish Saffron. Spanish saffron is the most common type of saffron, and the easiest to find. Spanish saffron is typically red and yellow and is less expensive than other varieties of saffron.It has a strong color and aroma and is used in a wide range of foods.panish saffron is the most common type of saffron, and the easiest to find. Spanish saffron is typically red and yellow and is less expensive than other varieties of saffron.
Tips. 1  Liquid saffron can be made as follows: Place a pinch of saffron into a small bowl. 2  Pour in 4 to 6 tablespoons of hot water. 3  Let it stand for 2 hours and then use. 4  Turmeric can substitute for the colour of saffron but never the flavour. 5  Traditional recipes often recommend toasting the saffron prior to use.