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Key Appetizers Vocabulary
meze
meze
[noun]

a selection of small, flavorful dishes that are typically served as appetizers or side dishes in Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan cuisines

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dish
dish
[noun]

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

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to serve
to serve
[Verb]

to offer or present food or drink to someone

Ex: Pour the sauce over the pasta and serve it immediately. 
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main
main
[Adjective]

having the highest level of significance or central importance

Ex: In the park, the main attraction is the large fountain in the center. 
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meal
meal
[noun]

the food that we eat regularly during different times of day, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner

Ex: I cooked a delicious meal of grilled chicken with roasted vegetables. 
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Mediterranean
Mediterranean
[Adjective]

of or relating to or characteristic of or located near the Mediterranean Sea

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Middle East

the region including countries such as Egypt, Iran, Turkey, etc. that has Mediterranean Sea to its west and India to its east

Ex: The Middle East is rich in oil reserves, which are a key part of its economy. 
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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students. 
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bread
bread
[noun]

a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: I toasted a slice of bread and spread peanut butter on it for breakfast. 
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fish
fish
[noun]

flesh from a fish that we use as food

Ex: He used white fish to make fish and vegetable stir-fry for a healthy dinner. 
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meat
meat
[noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: Grilled chicken breast is a lean and flavorful meat option for a healthy dinner. 
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idea
idea
[noun]

a suggestion or thought about something that we could do

Ex: Sarah proposed a brilliant idea for the upcoming fundraiser 
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to start
to start
[Verb]

to begin something new and continue doing it, feeling it, etc.

Ex: He started singing along to the song on the radio. 
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old-time
old-time
[Adjective]

attractively old-fashioned (but not necessarily authentic)

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habit
habit
[noun]

something that you regularly do almost without thinking about it, particularly one that is hard to give up or stop doing

Ex: Drinking water first thing in the morning is a healthy habit. 
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alcoholic drink

an alcoholic beverage that contains ethanol, which is a type of alcohol that can cause intoxication when consumed in excessive amounts

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wine
wine
[noun]

a drink that is alcoholic and mostly made from grape juice

Ex: During the celebration, they enjoyed a glass of red wine. 
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spirit
spirit
[noun]

a strong alcoholic beverage made by distilling grains, fruits, or vegetables

Ex: Whiskey is a spirit distilled from grains. 
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
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company
company
[noun]

the state of being together with someone or something, particularly for the purpose of socializing or companionship

Ex: I appreciate your company during these quiet evenings. 
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Greece
Greece
[noun]

a country with a long history and rich culture located in South Eastern Europe and Northern Mediterranean Sea

Ex: Greece is famous for its historical sites and beautiful islands. 
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Turkey
Turkey
[noun]

a country that is mainly in Western Asia with a small part in Southeast Europe

Ex: Many people visit Turkey for its beautiful Mediterranean beaches. 
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Lebanon
Lebanon
[noun]

a country located in the Middle East, bordered by Syria to the north and east, Israel to the south, and the Mediterranean Sea to the west

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sharing
sharing
[noun]

a distribution in shares

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to place
to place
[Verb]

to put or cause someone to be in a particular position or location, especially for a specific purpose or function

Ex: The manager placed the new employees on probation until they completed their training. 
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table
table
[noun]

furniture with a usually flat surface on top of one or multiple legs that we can sit at or put things on

Ex: I cleared the table after dinner and washed the dishes. 
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bit
bit
[noun]

a small amount, quantity, or piece of something

Ex: She added a bit of sugar to her tea to sweeten it. 
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to talk
to talk
[Verb]

to tell someone about the feelings or ideas that we have

Ex: He talked to his friend about his recent breakup. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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hummus
hummus
[noun]

a dish that is a paste made with mashed sesame seeds and chickpeas with lemon juice, garlic, and oil, originated in the Middle East

Ex: Hummus can be served as an appetizer or a side dish with grilled meats. 
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tzatziki
tzatziki
[noun]

a traditional Greek dip or sauce made from strained yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, olive oil, and herbs such as dill or mint

Ex: At the Greek festival, we enjoyed warm pita bread dipped in refreshing tzatziki. 
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olive
olive
[noun]

a very small, typically green fruit with a hard seed and a bitter taste, eaten or used to extract oil from

Ex: She enjoyed a Mediterranean salad topped with sliced green olives and feta cheese. 
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cheese
cheese
[noun]

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Ex: Blue cheese crumbles are a tasty addition to burgers or salads. 
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kebab
kebab
[noun]

food made with pieces of meat and vegetables roasted or grilled on fire, typically on a skewer

Ex: They ordered chicken kebabs served with a side of rice and tzatziki sauce. 
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tasty
tasty
[Adjective]

having a flavor that is pleasent to eat or drink

Ex: The tasty homemade soup warmed them up on a cold winter's day. 
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guest
guest
[noun]

someone who is invited to visit someone else's home or attend a social event

Ex: As a guest, it's important to respect the rules of your host. 
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host
host
[noun]

a person who invites guests to a social event and ensures they have a pleasant experience while there

Ex: The host welcomed everyone with a warm smile and guided them to their seats. 
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to find
to find
[Verb]

to search and discover something or someone that we have lost or do not know the location of

Ex: Did you find the remote control for the television? 
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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: He works as a chef in a popular restaurant. 
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main course

the main dish of a meal

Ex: For the main course, they served grilled salmon with a side of asparagus and quinoa. 
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appetizer
appetizer
[noun]

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

Ex: We started our meal with a delicious appetizer of bruschetta topped with fresh tomatoes and basil. 
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to mix
to mix
[Verb]

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

Ex: The chef carefully mixed the ingredients to create a flavorful sauce. 
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