Mangiare, Bere e Servire Cibo - Parti dei pasti

Here you will learn some English words related to the different parts of meals such as "appetizer", "side dish", and "leftovers".

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Words Related to Eating, Drinking, and Serving

afters

[sostantivo]

a British term for dessert or a sweet course served after the main meal

dolce, dessert

Ex: At the family gathering , everyone contributed a dish for the afters.Alla riunione di famiglia, tutti hanno contribuito con un piatto per il **dolce**.

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antipasto

[sostantivo]

a dish of small amount eaten before the main part of a meal, originated in Italy

antipasto

Ex: Before the main course arrived , the waiter presented a tempting antipasto selection , enticing diners with its variety of flavors and textures .Prima che arrivasse il piatto principale, il cameriere ha presentato una selezione invitante di **antipasto**, attirando i commensali con la sua varietà di sapori e consistenze.

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aperitif

[sostantivo]

a drink, particularly alcoholic, consumed before a meal to stimulate one's appetite

aperitivo

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appetizer

[sostantivo]

a small dish that is eaten before the main part of a meal

antipasto

Ex: Before the main course , we enjoyed a light appetizer of vegetable spring rolls with a tangy dipping sauce .Prima del piatto principale, abbiamo gustato un leggero **antipasto** di involtini primavera di verdure con una salsa piccante per intingere.

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course

[sostantivo]

one of the three parts of a meal, served separately

piatto

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crudites

[sostantivo]

a selection of raw, fresh vegetables that are cut into bite-sized pieces and served with a dip, often as an appetizer or snack

crudité

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dessert

[sostantivo]

‌sweet food eaten after the main dish

dolce

Ex: We made a classic English dessert, sticky toffee pudding .Abbiamo preparato un classico **dolce** inglese, il sticky toffee pudding.

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entree

[sostantivo]

a small appetizer or a course that comes before the main course

antipasto, entrée

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entremets

[sostantivo]

a course of sweet or savory dishes served between the main courses during a formal meal

entremets

Ex: As an interlude between courses , the entremets served not only as a palate cleanser but also as a conversation piece , thanks to their creative presentation .Come interludio tra le portate, gli **entremets** servivano non solo come pulitori del palato ma anche come pezzo da conversazione, grazie alla loro presentazione creativa.

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fixings

[sostantivo]

the extra ingredients or accompaniments served with a main dish to enhance its flavor or texture

contorni, guarnizioni

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helping

[sostantivo]

the amount of food served to an individual at one time, typically from a larger dish or container

porzione

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hors d'oeuvre

[sostantivo]

a small dish served before the main course as an appetizer

antipasti

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jardiniere

[sostantivo]

a dish or cooking style that involves vegetables, often cooked or garnished in a colorful and visually appealing manner

giardiniera

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leftovers

[sostantivo]

the amount of food that remains uneaten after a meal and is typically saved for later consumption

avanzi, rimanente

Ex: They decided to order extra food so they would have plenty of leftovers to enjoy throughout the week .Hanno deciso di ordinare del cibo extra in modo da avere molti **avanzi** da gustare durante la settimana.

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macedoine

[sostantivo]

a mixture of various fruits or vegetables, typically diced and often served in a sweet syrup or dressing

macedonia

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main course

[sostantivo]

the main dish of a meal

piatto principale

Ex: After the appetizers , everyone eagerly awaited the main course, which included a choice of roast chicken , beef tenderloin , or a vegetarian risotto .Dopo gli antipasti, tutti attendevano con impazienza il **piatto principale**, che includeva una scelta tra pollo arrosto, filetto di manzo o un risotto vegetariano.

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medaillons

[sostantivo]

a small, circular or oval-shaped pieces of meat, typically cut from the fillet, and used for dishes like stews, sautés, or steaks

medaglioni

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portion

[sostantivo]

an amount of food served to one person

porzione

Ex: She was given a portion of soup to taste before deciding on the full order .Le è stata data una **porzione** di zuppa da assaggiare prima di decidere l'ordine completo.

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pudding

[sostantivo]

the sweet dish that is served after the main course

budino

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side dish

[sostantivo]

an extra amount of food that is served with the main course, such as salad

contorno

Ex: The restaurant offers several side dishes, including coleslaw and fries .Il ristorante offre diversi **contorni**, tra cui insalata di cavolo e patatine fritte.

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side order

[sostantivo]

a small dish which is served separately from the main course

ordine laterale

Ex: The waiter asked if they wanted any side orders with their main dishes .Il cameriere ha chiesto se volevano dei **contorni** con i loro piatti principali.

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starter

[sostantivo]

a small dish served before the main course

antipasto

Ex: The menu included a soup of the day as a starter, which was a perfect way to begin the meal .Il menu includeva una zuppa del giorno come **antipasto**, che era un modo perfetto per iniziare il pasto.

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sweet

[sostantivo]

a food eaten for dessert, typically characterized by its sugary nature such as cakes, cookies, or ice cream

dolce, leccornia

Ex: The menu featured a range of sweets, perfect for satisfying any sugar craving.Il menu presentava una gamma di **dolci**, perfetti per soddisfare qualsiasi voglia di zucchero.

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dish

[sostantivo]

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

piatto

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al desko

[avverbio]

having a meal, typically lunch, at one's desk or place of work

alla scrivania, al posto di lavoro

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alfresco

[aggettivo]

(of activities, events, etc.) done or taking place in the open air or outdoors

all'aperto, all'aria aperta

Ex: They celebrated with an al fresco party in the park, surrounded by nature.Hanno celebrato con una festa **all'aperto** nel parco, circondati dalla natura.

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celebratory

[aggettivo]

relating to the food or dishes specifically chosen or prepared to mark a special occasion or event

festivo

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hearty

[aggettivo]

providing essential nutrients

nutriente, sostanzioso

Ex: They served a hearty roast beef with all the trimmings at the holiday feast , satisfying everyone 's appetite .Hanno servito un **nutriente** arrosto di manzo con tutti i contorni al banchetto delle feste, soddisfacendo l'appetito di tutti.

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heavy

[aggettivo]

describing a meal that is large

pesante

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light

[aggettivo]

(of food) low in sugar, fat, or other rich ingredients, which makes it easily digestible

leggero

Ex: He preferred light meals in the evening to ensure a good night 's sleep .Preferiva pasti **leggeri** la sera per assicurarsi un buon sonno notturno.

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on the side

[Frase]

as an accompaniment to the main dish

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substantial

[aggettivo]

containing a significant amount of nourishment

sostanzioso, nutriente

Ex: The stew was made with a substantial blend of beans and meats , offering both rich flavor and considerable nourishment .Lo stufato era fatto con un mix **sostanzioso** di fagioli e carni, offrendo sia un sapore ricco che un notevole nutrimento.

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