Meze
Meze
Meze or mezze (/ˈmɛzeɪ/ or /mɛˈzeɪ/; from the Turkish meze, borrowed from the Persian maze meaning "taste, snack") is a selection of small dishes served in the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Balkans. The word is found in all the cuisines of the former Ottoman Empire and comes from the Turkish word meze meaning "taste, flavor, snack, relish".
Pronunciation
- English: /ˈmɛzeɪ/ or /mɛˈzeɪ/
- Turkish: [meˈze]
Etymology
The word meze comes from the Turkish meze, which was borrowed from the Persian maze meaning "taste, snack". The word has been part of the regional cuisines of the former Ottoman Empire from the Middle East to the Balkans for centuries.
Related Terms
- Tapas: A similar concept in Spanish cuisine, where small dishes are served, often with drinks.
- Antipasto: An Italian term for a traditional first course, which includes a variety of small dishes.
- Zakuski: A Russian term for an assortment of appetizers, similar to meze.
- Banchan: A Korean term for small side dishes served along with cooked rice.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Meze
- Wikipedia's article - Meze
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