crostinis
Topped toast slices
Crostinis is the plural of crostini, which is already plural in Italian—crostino is the singular.
In practice, English speakers treat crostini as singular and add the s: We ordered crostinis as an appetizer.
These are small slices of toasted bread, typically topped with spreads, cheese, or savory ingredients.
Elongated crusty loaf
- sourdoughWild-yeast bread starter
- ciabattaFlat, airy Italian bread
- slicesThin cut portions
- toastedBrowned by heat
grilled · golden · crunchy · crusty · crispy · rounds · olive oil · charred
Grilled bread with toppings
- ciabattaFlat, airy Italian bread
- focacciaOiled Italian flatbread with herbs
- antipastoItalian appetizer course
- pecorinoItalian sheep's milk cheese
prosciutto · gorgonzola · mozzarella · parmigiano · mascarpone · caprese · tapenade · balsamic
Small topped appetizer bases
- bruschettaGrilled bread with toppings
- antipastoItalian appetizer course
- hors d'oeuvresSmall savory pre-meal bites
- finger foodsSmall handheld appetizers
amuse-bouche · nibbles · blinis · mezze · crudites · tapas · starters · grazing
Soft Italian whey cheese
- goat cheeseCheese from caprine milk
- brieSoft French ripened cheese
- tomatoesRed fleshy fruits
- figFicus tree's sweet produce
prosciutto · smoked salmon · tapenade · pesto · hummus · burrata · mushrooms · roasted peppers
Selecting vintages for dishes
- cocktail partyDrinks-focused social gathering
- entertainingProviding amusement or enjoyment
- gatheringCollection of people meeting
- receptionAct of receiving guests
brunch · happy hour · dinner party · catering · platter · elegant · presentation · garnish
baguette
Elongated crusty loaf
toasted · grilled · golden · crunchy · crusty · crispy · rounds · olive oil · charred · artisanal
bruschetta
Grilled bread with toppings
- ciabattaFlat, airy Italian bread
- focacciaOiled Italian flatbread with herbs
- antipastoItalian appetizer course
pecorino · prosciutto · gorgonzola · mozzarella · parmigiano · mascarpone · caprese · tapenade · balsamic · basil
canapes
Small topped appetizer bases
- bruschettaGrilled bread with toppings
- antipastoItalian appetizer course
- hors d'oeuvresSmall savory pre-meal bites
finger foods · amuse-bouche · nibbles · blinis · mezze · crudites · tapas · starters · grazing · buffet
ricotta
Soft Italian whey cheese
- goat cheeseCheese from caprine milk
- brieSoft French ripened cheese
- tomatoesRed fleshy fruits
fig · prosciutto · smoked salmon · tapenade · pesto · hummus · burrata · mushrooms · roasted peppers · caramelized onions
wine pairing
Selecting vintages for dishes
- cocktail partyDrinks-focused social gathering
- entertainingProviding amusement or enjoyment
- gatheringCollection of people meeting
reception · brunch · happy hour · dinner party · catering · platter · elegant · presentation · garnish · assortment
crostinisfresh bread
Recently baked goods
brioche · steamed buns · focaccia · naan · pita