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Airline meal
An airline meal or in-flight meal is a meal served to passengers on board a commercial airliner.
An airline meal or in-flight meal is a meal served to passengers on board a commercial airliner.
Ambigu (meal)
Ambigu is a French term that was adopted to mean 'a mixture of things' relating to a type of meal that was popular amongst the English upper class during the mid-17th and mid-18th centuries.
Ambigu is a French term that was adopted to mean 'a mixture of things' relating to a type of meal that was popular amongst the English upper class during the mid-17th and mid-18th centuries.
Arvals
Arvals, Arvels or Arthels (Old Norse Arfr, "inheritance", and öl, Old English "Ale", a banquet), primarily the funeral dinner, and later, especially in the north of England,...
Arvals, Arvels or Arthels (Old Norse Arfr, "inheritance", and öl, Old English "Ale", a banquet), primarily the funeral dinner, and later, especially in the north of England,...
Banquet
A banquet is a large meal or feast, complete with main courses and desserts.
A banquet is a large meal or feast, complete with main courses and desserts.
Barbecue
Barbecue or barbeque (common spelling variant) (with abbreviations BBQ, Bar-B-Q and Barbie), used chiefly in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, New Zealand an...
Barbecue or barbeque (common spelling variant) (with abbreviations BBQ, Bar-B-Q and Barbie), used chiefly in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, New Zealand an...
Beefsteak (banquet)
A beefsteak is a type of banquet in which sliced beef tenderloin is served to diners as all-you-can-eat finger-food.
A beefsteak is a type of banquet in which sliced beef tenderloin is served to diners as all-you-can-eat finger-food.
Bell Brand Snack Foods
Bell Brand Snack Foods, Inc. was a Southern California-based manufacurer of snack products including potato chip's, tortilla chip's, and corn chip's.
Bell Brand Snack Foods, Inc. was a Southern California-based manufacurer of snack products including potato chip's, tortilla chip's, and corn chip's.
Beverage function
In catering, beverage functions are functions where beverages are served.
In catering, beverage functions are functions where beverages are served.
Blue-plate special
Blue-plate special or blue plate special is a term used in the United States by restaurants, particularly (but not only) diners and cafes.
Blue-plate special or blue plate special is a term used in the United States by restaurants, particularly (but not only) diners and cafes.
Boquerones en vinagre
Boquerones en vinagre are a type of appetizer or tapa frequently found in the south of Spain.
Boquerones en vinagre are a type of appetizer or tapa frequently found in the south of Spain.
Breakfast
Breakfast (literally meaning "breaking the fast" of the night) is the first meal taken after rising from a night's sleep, most often eaten in the early morning before undertaking the day's work.
Breakfast (literally meaning "breaking the fast" of the night) is the first meal taken after rising from a night's sleep, most often eaten in the early morning before undertaking the day's work.
Brunch
Brunch is a meal eaten in the middle of the morning, in between the normal time of breakfast and the normal time of lunch, as a substitute for both of these meals.
Brunch is a meal eaten in the middle of the morning, in between the normal time of breakfast and the normal time of lunch, as a substitute for both of these meals.
Buffet
A buffet is a system of serving meals in which food is placed in a public area where the diners generally serve themselves.
A buffet is a system of serving meals in which food is placed in a public area where the diners generally serve themselves.
Bò 7 món
Bò 7 món (literally "seven courses of beef" in Vietnamese) is a selection of beef dishes in Vietnamese cuisine, which is typically served at weddings.
Bò 7 món (literally "seven courses of beef" in Vietnamese) is a selection of beef dishes in Vietnamese cuisine, which is typically served at weddings.
Chhota haazri
Chhota haazri, from the Hindustani words for "small" and "presence", was a meal served in households and barracks, particularly in northern British India, shortly after dawn.
Chhota haazri, from the Hindustani words for "small" and "presence", was a meal served in households and barracks, particularly in northern British India, shortly after dawn.
Cinq à sept
Cinq à sept (literally, "five to seven") (pronounced "sank-ah-set") is a Quebec French term for a social gathering that takes place after work and prior to the dinner hours (roughly between 5:00 p.m.
Cinq à sept (literally, "five to seven") (pronounced "sank-ah-set") is a Quebec French term for a social gathering that takes place after work and prior to the dinner hours (roughly between 5:00 p.m.
Coffee break
A break at work is a period of time during a shift in which an employee is allowed to take time off from his/her job.
A break at work is a period of time during a shift in which an employee is allowed to take time off from his/her job.
Collation (meal)
In British English, a collation is a light meal, often offered to guests when there is insufficient time for fuller entertainment.
In British English, a collation is a light meal, often offered to guests when there is insufficient time for fuller entertainment.
Crab boil
Crab boil usually refers to a spice mixture that is used to flavor the water in which crabs or other shellfish are boiled.
Crab boil usually refers to a spice mixture that is used to flavor the water in which crabs or other shellfish are boiled.
Cream tea
A cream tea (also known as a Devonshire tea, Devon cream tea or Cornish cream tea) is tea taken with a combination of scones, clotted cream, and jam.
A cream tea (also known as a Devonshire tea, Devon cream tea or Cornish cream tea) is tea taken with a combination of scones, clotted cream, and jam.
Degustation
Degustation is a culinary term meaning a careful, appreciative tasting of various foods and focusing on the gustatory system, the senses, high culinary art and good company.
Degustation is a culinary term meaning a careful, appreciative tasting of various foods and focusing on the gustatory system, the senses, high culinary art and good company.
Dim sum
Dim sum refers to a style of Chinese food prepared as small bite-sized or individual portions of food traditionally served in small steamer baskets or on small plates.
Dim sum refers to a style of Chinese food prepared as small bite-sized or individual portions of food traditionally served in small steamer baskets or on small plates.
Dining room
A dining room is a room for consuming food.
A dining room is a room for consuming food.
Early bird dinner
Early bird dinner is a dinner served earlier than traditional dinner hours; particularly at a restaurant.
Early bird dinner is a dinner served earlier than traditional dinner hours; particularly at a restaurant.
Elevenses
In the United Kingdom, Ireland and some Commonwealth realms, elevenses is a snack that is similar to afternoon tea, but eaten in the morning.
In the United Kingdom, Ireland and some Commonwealth realms, elevenses is a snack that is similar to afternoon tea, but eaten in the morning.
Fika (coffee break)
Fika is both a Swedish verb and noun (pronounced "fee-ka") that roughly means "to drink coffee/tea/squash," usually accompanied by something sweet.
Fika is both a Swedish verb and noun (pronounced "fee-ka") that roughly means "to drink coffee/tea/squash," usually accompanied by something sweet.
Fish fry
A fish fry is a meal usually consisting of either battered or breaded fried fish, french fries, coleslaw, hushpuppies, lemon slices, tartar sauce, malt vinegar and dessert.
A fish fry is a meal usually consisting of either battered or breaded fried fish, french fries, coleslaw, hushpuppies, lemon slices, tartar sauce, malt vinegar and dessert.
Free lunch
The phrase free lunch, in U. S. literature from about 1870 to 1920, refers to a tradition once common in saloons in many places in the United States.
The phrase free lunch, in U. S. literature from about 1870 to 1920, refers to a tradition once common in saloons in many places in the United States.
Frühschoppen
Frühschoppen is a traditional, German equivalent of brunch, i.e. a combined breakfast and lunch normally eaten in the mid- to late morning.
Frühschoppen is a traditional, German equivalent of brunch, i.e. a combined breakfast and lunch normally eaten in the mid- to late morning.
Full course dinner
A full course dinner is a dinner consisting of multiple dishes, or courses.
A full course dinner is a dinner consisting of multiple dishes, or courses.
Hot pot
Hot pot, less commonly Chinese fondue or steamboat, refers to several East Asian varieties of stew, consisting of a simmering metal pot of stock at the center of the dining table.
Hot pot, less commonly Chinese fondue or steamboat, refers to several East Asian varieties of stew, consisting of a simmering metal pot of stock at the center of the dining table.
Ice cream social
An ice cream social, also known as an ice cream party, is a planned event, the primary focus of which is ice cream served to the guests.
An ice cream social, also known as an ice cream party, is a planned event, the primary focus of which is ice cream served to the guests.
Iftar
Iftar, refers to the evening meal when Muslims break their fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan.
Iftar, refers to the evening meal when Muslims break their fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan.
Jiggs dinner
Jiggs dinner is a traditional meal commonly prepared and eaten on Sundays in many regions around the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Jiggs dinner is a traditional meal commonly prepared and eaten on Sundays in many regions around the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Kids' meal
A Kids' meal is a meal specified to children.
A Kids' meal is a meal specified to children.
Ladies who lunch
Ladies who lunch is a phrase to describe slim, well-off, old-money, well-dressed women who meet for lunch socially, normally during the working week.
Ladies who lunch is a phrase to describe slim, well-off, old-money, well-dressed women who meet for lunch socially, normally during the working week.
Lunch
Luncheon, commonly abbreviated to lunch, is a middle of the day meal, and is generally smaller than dinner, which is the main meal of the day whenever dinner is eaten.
Luncheon, commonly abbreviated to lunch, is a middle of the day meal, and is generally smaller than dinner, which is the main meal of the day whenever dinner is eaten.
Meal
A meal is an instance of eating, specifically one that takes place at a specific time and includes specific, prepared food.
A meal is an instance of eating, specifically one that takes place at a specific time and includes specific, prepared food.
Meal train
A meal train is the process of organizing meal giving by matching the special meal needs and requests of the recipient with the availability and abilities of meal givers.
A meal train is the process of organizing meal giving by matching the special meal needs and requests of the recipient with the availability and abilities of meal givers.
Meat and three
Meat and three or meat and three veg is a popular meal combination found in rural cuisine in the Southern United States, Australia and the United Kingdom.
Meat and three or meat and three veg is a popular meal combination found in rural cuisine in the Southern United States, Australia and the United Kingdom.
Melaveh Malkah
Melaveh Malkah (also, Melave Malka or Melava Malka) (מלווה מלכּה, lit.
Melaveh Malkah (also, Melave Malka or Melava Malka) (מלווה מלכּה, lit.
New England clam bake
The New England clam bake is a traditional method of cooking foods, especially seafood such as lobster, mussels, crabs, steamers, and quahogs.
The New England clam bake is a traditional method of cooking foods, especially seafood such as lobster, mussels, crabs, steamers, and quahogs.
Packed lunch
A packed lunch (also called sack lunch or bag lunch in North America) is a lunch prepared at home and carried to be eaten somewhere else, such as school, a workplace, or at an outing.
A packed lunch (also called sack lunch or bag lunch in North America) is a lunch prepared at home and carried to be eaten somewhere else, such as school, a workplace, or at an outing.
Passover Seder
The Passover Seder is a Jewish ritual feast that marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover.
The Passover Seder is a Jewish ritual feast that marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover.
Picnic
A picnic is a pleasure excursion at which a meal is eaten outdoors, ideally taking place in a beautiful landscape such as a park, beside a lake or with an interesting view and possibly at a publ...
A picnic is a pleasure excursion at which a meal is eaten outdoors, ideally taking place in a beautiful landscape such as a park, beside a lake or with an interesting view and possibly at a publ...
Pig pickin'
A pig pickin' (also known as rolling a pig, pig pull, pig roast or, among the Cajun, "cochon de lait") is a type of party or gathering held primarily in the American Sout...
A pig pickin' (also known as rolling a pig, pig pull, pig roast or, among the Cajun, "cochon de lait") is a type of party or gathering held primarily in the American Sout...
Pig roast
A pig roast or hog roast is an event or gathering which involves the barbecuing of a whole hog (the castrated male pig or boar, bred for consumption at about 12 months old).
A pig roast or hog roast is an event or gathering which involves the barbecuing of a whole hog (the castrated male pig or boar, bred for consumption at about 12 months old).
Pièce de résistance
Pièce de résistance is a French term, translated into English literally as "piece of resistance," referring to the best part or feature of something, a showpiece, or highlight.
Pièce de résistance is a French term, translated into English literally as "piece of resistance," referring to the best part or feature of something, a showpiece, or highlight.
Plate lunch
The plate lunch (Hawaiian: pā mea ai) is a syncretic menu item that is a quintessential part of the cuisine of Hawaii, roughly equivalent to a Southern U.S. meat-and-threes plate.
The plate lunch (Hawaiian: pā mea ai) is a syncretic menu item that is a quintessential part of the cuisine of Hawaii, roughly equivalent to a Southern U.S. meat-and-threes plate.
Platter (dinner)
(x) in a basket, (x) platter or (x) with fries is a restaurant menu term that refers to a sandwich or other main-dish entrée that is served on top of a basket of an accompanying food...
(x) in a basket, (x) platter or (x) with fries is a restaurant menu term that refers to a sandwich or other main-dish entrée that is served on top of a basket of an accompanying food...
Ploughman's lunch
A ploughman's lunch is a cold snack or meal originating in the United Kingdom, served in pubs, sometimes eaten in a sandwich form, composed of cheese; often cooked ham slices, pickle, apples, ...
A ploughman's lunch is a cold snack or meal originating in the United Kingdom, served in pubs, sometimes eaten in a sandwich form, composed of cheese; often cooked ham slices, pickle, apples, ...
Potluck
A potluck is a gathering of people where each person or group of people contributes a dish of food prepared by the person or the group of people, to be shared among the group.
A potluck is a gathering of people where each person or group of people contributes a dish of food prepared by the person or the group of people, to be shared among the group.
Progressive dinner
A progressive dinner (US) or safari supper (UK) is a dinner party in which each successive course is prepared and eaten at the residence of a different host.
A progressive dinner (US) or safari supper (UK) is a dinner party in which each successive course is prepared and eaten at the residence of a different host.
Reunion dinner
A reunion dinner is held on New Year's Eve of the Chinese New Year, during which family members get together to celebrate.
A reunion dinner is held on New Year's Eve of the Chinese New Year, during which family members get together to celebrate.
Rijsttafel
The Indonesian rijsttafel (pr: RYST-tah-fell), a Dutch word that literally translates to "rice table", is an elaborate meal adapted by the Dutch from the Indonesian feast called nasi padang.
The Indonesian rijsttafel (pr: RYST-tah-fell), a Dutch word that literally translates to "rice table", is an elaborate meal adapted by the Dutch from the Indonesian feast called nasi padang.
Réveillon
In France, Brazil, Portugal and some other French-speaking places, a réveillon is a long dinner, and possibly a party, held on the evenings preceding Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
In France, Brazil, Portugal and some other French-speaking places, a réveillon is a long dinner, and possibly a party, held on the evenings preceding Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Schlachteplatte
A Schlachtplatte, Schlachteplatte, Schlachtschüssel or Metzgete is a hearty German dish that primarily consists of boiled belly pork and freshly cooked Blutwu...
A Schlachtplatte, Schlachteplatte, Schlachtschüssel or Metzgete is a hearty German dish that primarily consists of boiled belly pork and freshly cooked Blutwu...
Schlachtfest
A Schlachtfest is the German term for the ritual or ceremonial slaughter of an animal, which is often followed by festive meal.
A Schlachtfest is the German term for the ritual or ceremonial slaughter of an animal, which is often followed by festive meal.
Seafood boil
Seafood boil is the generic term for any number of different kinds of social events in which shellfish is the central element.
Seafood boil is the generic term for any number of different kinds of social events in which shellfish is the central element.
Seudah Shlishit
Seudah Shlishit is the "third meal" customarily eaten by Sabbath-observing Jews on Shabbat.
Seudah Shlishit is the "third meal" customarily eaten by Sabbath-observing Jews on Shabbat.
Seudat mitzvah
A seudat mitzvah (סעודת מצוה, "commanded meal"), in Judaism, is an obligatory festive meal, usually referring to the celebratory meal following the fulfillment of a mitzvah (commandment), su...
A seudat mitzvah (סעודת מצוה, "commanded meal"), in Judaism, is an obligatory festive meal, usually referring to the celebratory meal following the fulfillment of a mitzvah (commandment), su...
Sittning
A sittning ("sitting") is in Sweden a seated meal held within a set time frame.
A sittning ("sitting") is in Sweden a seated meal held within a set time frame.
Snacking
Snacking does not have a concrete definition.
Snacking does not have a concrete definition.
Southern chicken stew
Southern chicken stew is a traditional dish from North Carolina,.
Southern chicken stew is a traditional dish from North Carolina,.
State dinner
A state dinner is a dinner or banquet paid by a government and hosted by a head of state in his or her official residence in order to renew and celebrate diplomatic ties between the host country...
A state dinner is a dinner or banquet paid by a government and hosted by a head of state in his or her official residence in order to renew and celebrate diplomatic ties between the host country...
Sunday roast
The Sunday roast is a traditional British main meal served on Sundays, consisting of roasted meat, roast potato or mashed potato, with accompaniments such as Yorkshire pudding, stuffing, vegetab...
The Sunday roast is a traditional British main meal served on Sundays, consisting of roasted meat, roast potato or mashed potato, with accompaniments such as Yorkshire pudding, stuffing, vegetab...
Supper
Supper is a name for the evening meal in some dialects of English.
Supper is a name for the evening meal in some dialects of English.
Tailgate party
In the United States, a tailgate party is a social event held on and around the open tailgate of a vehicle.
In the United States, a tailgate party is a social event held on and around the open tailgate of a vehicle.
Tastet
The tastet is a format or serving food in small measure rations.
The tastet is a format or serving food in small measure rations.
Tea (meal)
Tea can refer to any of several different meals or mealtimes, depending on a country's customs and its history of drinking tea.
Tea can refer to any of several different meals or mealtimes, depending on a country's customs and its history of drinking tea.
Thai suki
Thai suki, known simply as suki in Thailand, is a Thai variant of hot pot, a communal dish where diners dip meat, seafood, noodles, dumplings and vegetables into a pot of broth cooking at ...
Thai suki, known simply as suki in Thailand, is a Thai variant of hot pot, a communal dish where diners dip meat, seafood, noodles, dumplings and vegetables into a pot of broth cooking at ...
Thali
Thali is a Western, Central, and North-Western Indian meal with contents varying from one region to another.
Thali is a Western, Central, and North-Western Indian meal with contents varying from one region to another.
Thanksgiving (Canada)
Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day (Canadian French: Jour de l'Action de grâce), occurring on the second Monday in October (since 1957), is an annual Canadian holiday to give thanks at ...
Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day (Canadian French: Jour de l'Action de grâce), occurring on the second Monday in October (since 1957), is an annual Canadian holiday to give thanks at ...
Three Emperors Dinner
The Dîner des trois empereurs or Three Emperors Dinner was a banquet held at Café Anglais in Paris, France on 7 June 1867.
The Dîner des trois empereurs or Three Emperors Dinner was a banquet held at Café Anglais in Paris, France on 7 June 1867.
Three-martini lunch
The three-martini lunch is a term used in the United States to describe a leisurely, indulgent lunch enjoyed by businesspersons or executives.
The three-martini lunch is a term used in the United States to describe a leisurely, indulgent lunch enjoyed by businesspersons or executives.
Tiffin
Tiffin is lunch, or any light meal.
Tiffin is lunch, or any light meal.
TV dinner
A TV dinner (also called a frozen dinner, microwave meal, or ready meal) is a prepackaged frozen or chilled meal that usually comes in an individual package.
A TV dinner (also called a frozen dinner, microwave meal, or ready meal) is a prepackaged frozen or chilled meal that usually comes in an individual package.
Wazwan
Wazwan is a multi-course meal in Kashmiri cuisine, the preparation of which is considered an art and a point of pride in Kashmiri culture and identity.
Wazwan is a multi-course meal in Kashmiri cuisine, the preparation of which is considered an art and a point of pride in Kashmiri culture and identity.
Wedding breakfast
A wedding breakfast is a dinner given to the bride, bridegroom and guests at the wedding reception that follows a wedding in the United Kingdom and some other English-speaking countries.
A wedding breakfast is a dinner given to the bride, bridegroom and guests at the wedding reception that follows a wedding in the United Kingdom and some other English-speaking countries.
Wurst mart
A Wurst mart, sometimes spelled Wurstmart or Wurst Markt, is a variation on a fish fry found predominantly in German-American communities.
A Wurst mart, sometimes spelled Wurstmart or Wurst Markt, is a variation on a fish fry found predominantly in German-American communities.
Xiaochi
Xiaochi are an important category of Chinese and Taiwanese food, substantial snacks along the lines of Spanish tapas or Levantine meze.
Xiaochi are an important category of Chinese and Taiwanese food, substantial snacks along the lines of Spanish tapas or Levantine meze.
Yum cha
Yum cha, also known as Ban ming, is a Chinese style morning or afternoon tea, which involves drinking Chinese tea and eating dim sum dishes.
Yum cha, also known as Ban ming, is a Chinese style morning or afternoon tea, which involves drinking Chinese tea and eating dim sum dishes.
Þorramatur
Þorramatur (Thorramatur, food of the Þorri) is a selection of traditional Icelandic food, consisting mainly of meat and fish products cured in a traditional manner, cut into slices or bits a...
Þorramatur (Thorramatur, food of the Þorri) is a selection of traditional Icelandic food, consisting mainly of meat and fish products cured in a traditional manner, cut into slices or bits a...