- Glossary
- Antipasto - Italian appetizer
Antipasto - Italian appetizer
Antipasto is a traditional Italian appetizer served before the main course. It typically includes cured meats, cheeses, marinated vegetables, and olives. It serves to awaken the appetite and is an integral part of Italian dining.
- The word antipasto literally means 'before the meal' in Italian.
- Traditional antipasto includes prosciutto, salami, mozzarella, and marinated peppers.
- In Italy, antipasto varies by region, seafood dominates in the south.
- Antipasto is served as the first course before primo piatto (pasta) in Italian menus.
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