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What is an appetizer?
The first course of a multi-course meal.
What are hors d'oeuvres?
Finger food items served at receptions and with cocktails.
Where are hors d'oeuvres typically served?
What is Butler-Style Service?
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What are the two most common ways of serving hors d'oeuvres?
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How large should each item be in Butler-Style Service?
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In Butler-Style Service, you should offer _____ to handle foods with a moist or oily surface.
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How should food trays be arranged in Butler-Style Service?
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In Butler-Style Service, hot and cold items should be presented on the same tray.
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In Buffet-Style Service, how are hors d'oeuvres arranged?
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What is the function of both Butler and Buffet Service?
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What is bar food?
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What does a canapé consist of?
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What are the three parts of a canapé?
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Can the spread of a canapé be used as a garnish?
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Flavored butter spreads are made by blending the flavoring ingredients with _____ until completely mixed.
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Why is proper consistency important for dips?
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Many mixtures used as spreads can also be used as dips.
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Thin or soften them by adding a little mayonnaise, cream, or other appropriate liquid.
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When is it necessary that hors d'oeuvres are served as finger food?
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At a reception, it's acceptable for some hors d'oeuvres to be eaten with forks from small plates, but finger food is preferred.
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What are examples of recipes that can be scaled to hors d'oeuvres?
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What is an antipasto?
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What typical components are found in an antipasto?
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The Italian term antipasto refers to a specific recipe.
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What is bruschetta?
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What is the plural of bruschetta?
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What is a common topping for bruschetta?
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Bruschetta is a type of antipasto.
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What’s the difference between canapés and bruschette?
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What is a tapa?
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What common features do tapas share?
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What are the usual dining hours for lunch and dinner in Spain?
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What is caviar?
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What are the most important caviar-producing countries?
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How is caviar named?
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Size or price alone indicates the quality of caviar.
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What should good-quality caviar look and smell like?
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What is malossol caviar?
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Caviar is either fresh or ______________.
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How long can fresh caviar last?
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What is pasteurized caviar?
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What are three popular types of roe used as alternatives to sturgeon caviar?
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What traditional accompaniments are served with top-quality caviar?
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Spoons for eating caviar should be made of:
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What should foods served with caviar be like?
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What is an amuse bouche?
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What can be served as an amuse bouche?
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When making an amuse bouche, chefs typically borrow a dish from their regular menus.
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Study Notes
Appetizers and Hors D'oeuvres
- Appetizers serve as the first course in a multi-course meal.
- Hors D'oeuvres are finger foods served during receptions and with cocktails.
- Hors D'oeuvres can be presented formally before a meal or informally as accompaniments to beverages.
Serving Styles
- Butler-Style Service involves staff offering hors d'oeuvres on small trays while mingling.
- Buffet-Style Service allows guests to serve themselves from attractively arranged tables.
- In Butler-Style Service, each item should be bite-sized, easily handled, and may include pick-ups like canapés.
Butler-Style Service Details
- Offer picks and cocktail napkins for moist or oily items to enhance guest convenience.
- Food trays should be simply arranged and kept appealing, with non-pleasant trays refreshed quickly.
- Generally, each tray contains only one food selection, though two or three simple items can be combined.
Buffet-Style Service Details
- Cold hors d'oeuvres should be arranged neatly on trays; canapés ideally displayed in organized patterns.
- Hot items should be served in chafing dishes to maintain warmth.
Canapés
- Canapés are bite-sized open-faced sandwiches and consist of a base, spread, and garnish.
- Bases can include various types of bread, crackers, and pastry shells.
- Flavored butter, cream cheese, and meat or fish salad spreads serve as the spread components.
Preparing Canapés
- For toast-based canapés, crusts are trimmed, and bread is toasted to a crispy texture.
- Spreads should be thick enough to adhere to the base and complement the garnish.
Garnishes
- Garnishes can enhance the visual appeal and flavor of the canapés, consisting of vegetables, fish, meats, or dairy.
- High-quality ingredients are essential for an appetizing presentation.
Cocktails and Relishes
- The term "cocktail" applies to both drinks and seafood or fruit appetizers served chilled on crushed ice.
- Common seafood cocktails include oysters, shrimp, and crab meat.
- Relishes may consist of raw vegetables or pickled items, served chilled.
Dips and Crudités
- Dips must achieve the right consistency for easy dipping, either served with vegetables or crackers.
- Raw vegetables, known as crudités, should be fresh, crisp, and served with an appropriate dip.
Antipasto
- Antipasto, typical in Italian restaurants, includes assorted cured meats, seafood, cheeses, hard-cooked eggs, and more.
- The singular form of antipasto emphasizes singular servings of the flavorful components on a platter.
General Guidelines
- Properly prepare ingredients in advance to facilitate quick assembly of canapés.
- Aim for harmonious flavor combinations to engage appetites effectively.
- Maintain simplicity and visual appeal in final presentations for maximum impact.### Relishes and Antipasto
- Relishes include raw vegetables like carrots, celery, fennel, radishes, cauliflower, and tomatoes; also includes cooked or pickled items such as olives, artichoke hearts, small hot peppers, and onions.
- Antipasto refers to Italian hors d'oeuvres, not a particular recipe, with many variations in preparation.
Bruschetta
- Bruschetta is Roman garlic bread, traditionally toasted Italian bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil.
- Popular bruschetta toppings include a mixture of diced fresh tomatoes and olive oil, but meats, cheeses, and various vegetables are also used.
- The plural of bruschetta is bruschette.
Canapés vs. Bruschette
- Bruschette differ from canapés in size and sturdiness, suitable as a dinner appetizer while canapés are typically smaller.
Tapas
- Tapas are small food items enjoyed with drinks in taverns, originating from the Spanish word for "lid."
- Common traits: served in small portions, intended for quick consumption, often shared among diners.
Spanish Tapas Culture
- Lunchtime in Spain occurs from 2-3 PM, while dinner is served late, around 10 PM, fostering social gatherings at tapas bars.
Caviar
- Caviar is salted roe from sturgeon, with regulations specifying that only sturgeon roe can be labeled as caviar in the U.S. and Canada.
- Major caviar-producing countries include Russia and Iran, with growing production in North America due to restrictions on Caspian sourcing.
Quality Assessment
- The quality of caviar varies by type; larger eggs are not always synonymous with better quality, with taste being the definitive factor.
- Fresh caviar should have shiny, whole eggs without strong odors.
Caviar Varieties
- Malossol caviar is lightly salted, considered superior quality but all types remain salty.
- Caviar can be fresh or pasteurized; the latter lasts longer but is of lower quality.
Alternatives to Sturgeon Caviar
- Popular alternatives include salmon caviar (large red eggs), bleak roe (tiny orange eggs from Baltic fish), and tobiko (orange eggs from flying fish).
Serving Caviar
- Caviar should be served ice-cold with accompaniments like chopped onion, lemon, and sour cream that do not overpower delicate flavors.
- Non-metal spoons, such as bone, porcelain, or mother of pearl, are recommended to avoid undesired tastes.
Amuse Bouche
- Amuse bouche is a small complimentary appetizer offered by chefs, showcasing their skills and enhancing guest experience.
- Can include tiny portions of salads, soups, canapés, or small meats and vegetables.
Creativity in Amuse Bouche
- Chefs often present dishes from their menu with unique garnishes or sauces, not replicating items served that evening.
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