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Antiguan Pepperpot refers to green Pepperpot from Antigua that contains spinach. Antiguan Pepperpot differs from common "Pepperpot" in many areas of the Caribbean. It is similar to a spinach soup flavored with smoked pork. The "Pepperpot" known on most other Caribbic islands is a Native American dish which is believed to be created by the Arawaks. Pepperpot is made of brown, gravy-like stew from cassava / yuca. Although there are several variations depending on which Island prepare it. Some are adding acorn squash, Chayote (Christophene), or Zucchini. Pepperpot can be served after cooking, but said to still taste good a day or two (2) after cooking.

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Antipasti a piacere is an Italian term which means appetizers of one's own choice, to one's own taste, "starters your way". It is also known as antipasti a scelta

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Antipasti a scelta is the Italian term which means "appetizers of one's own choice", usually found on a menu

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Antipasti affetato is the Italian appetizers with assorted or varities of cold cuts or sliced meats

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Antipasti di mare is the Italian term for "sea hors d'oeuvre", appetizers composed and made of products from the sea, like seashells, fishes, other seafoods (squids, octopus, etc).

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Antipasti di terra is the Italian term for "land hors d'oeuvre", appetizers composed and made of land products, like Antipasti affetato with variety of salami and cold cuts and Antipasto alla contadina

Antipasti freddi is the Italian term for "cold appetizers/ starters", like Carpaccio

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Deutsch: Vorspeise / Español: Aperitivo / Português: Antipasto / Français: Antipasto / Italiano: Antipasto /

Antipasto is an Italian term which means "before the meal", cold hors d'oeuvres served before an Italian meal, which might include cheese, raw or marinated vegetables, prosciutto with figs or melon, olives, seafood, breadsticks, etc. Antipasto refers to an appetizer course served prior to an Italian meal.

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Antipasto misto is the Italian term which means "assorted or mixed hors d'oeuvres, food which is served before a meal, or mixed appetizer.

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Deutsch: Antojitos / Español: Antojitos / Português: Antojitos / Français: Antojitos / Italiano: Antojitos

Antojitos is the Mexican word for "appetizers" and a term for "street snacks", popular of which are roasted Elotes (corn on the cob), fried corn masa called Huaraches and cornmeal cakes known as Tlacoyos.

Antojitos are traditional Mexican street foods that are known for their rich flavors and variety. The term "antojitos", which literally translates to "little cravings", encompasses a wide range of snacks and small dishes that are typically enjoyed as a casual meal or snack throughout the day. These dishes are deeply rooted in Mexican culinary traditions and are characterized by their use of fresh, vibrant ingredients, including corn, beans, cheese, various meats, and a plethora of spices and salsas.

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