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Eating, Drinking, and Serving Food - Parts of Meals

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
afters
[noun]

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

Ex: At the family gathering , everyone contributed a dish for the afters.
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antipasto
antipasto
[noun]

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

Ex: Before the main course arrived , the waiter presented a tempting antipasto selection , enticing diners with its variety of flavors and textures .
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aperitif
aperitif
[noun]

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

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appetizer
appetizer
[noun]

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

Ex: Before the main course , we enjoyed a light appetizer of vegetable spring rolls with a tangy dipping sauce .
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course
course
[noun]

one of the three parts of a meal, served separately

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crudites
crudites
[noun]

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

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dessert
dessert
[noun]

‌sweet food eaten after the main dish

Ex: We made a classic English dessert, sticky toffee pudding .
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entree
entree
[noun]

a small dish or appetizer served before the main course

Ex: Guests enjoyed the entrée while waiting for the main course.
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entremets
entremets
[noun]

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

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.
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fixings
fixings
[noun]

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

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helping
helping
[noun]

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

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hors d'oeuvre

a small dish served before the main course as an appetizer

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jardiniere

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

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leftovers
leftovers
[noun]

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

Ex: They decided to order extra food so they would have plenty of leftovers to enjoy throughout the week .
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macedoine
macedoine
[noun]

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

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main course

the main dish of a meal

Ex: After the appetizers , everyone eagerly awaited the main course, which included a choice of roast chicken , beef tenderloin , or a vegetarian risotto .
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medaillons

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

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portion
portion
[noun]

an amount of food served to one person

Ex: She was given a portion of soup to taste before deciding on the full order .
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pudding
pudding
[noun]

the dessert course at the end of a meal

Ex: Christmas pudding is a traditional British dessert.
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side dish
side dish
[noun]

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

Ex: The restaurant offers several side dishes, including coleslaw and fries .
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side order

a small dish which is served separately from the main course

Ex: The waiter asked if they wanted any side orders with their main dishes .
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starter
starter
[noun]

a small dish served before the main course

Ex: The menu included a soup of the day as a starter, which was a perfect way to begin the meal .
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sweet
sweet
[noun]

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

Ex: The menu featured a range of sweets, perfect for satisfying any sugar craving.
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dish
dish
[noun]

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

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al desko
al desko
[Adverb]

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

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alfresco
alfresco
[Adjective]

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

Ex: They celebrated with an al fresco party in the park, surrounded by nature.
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celebratory
celebratory
[Adjective]

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

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hearty
hearty
[Adjective]

providing essential nutrients

Ex: They served a hearty roast beef with all the trimmings at the holiday feast , satisfying everyone 's appetite .
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heavy
heavy
[Adjective]

(of food) dense and likely to cause digestive discomfort

Ex: The pudding was delicious but heavy.
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light
light
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He preferred light meals in the evening to ensure a good night 's sleep .
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on the side
on the side
[phrase]

as an accompaniment to the main dish

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substantial
substantial
[Adjective]

containing a significant amount of nourishment

Ex: The stew was made with a substantial blend of beans and meats , offering both rich flavor and considerable nourishment .
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