Antipasto

Translated as ''before the meal'' in Italian, this term refers to an appetizer course served prior to an Italian meal. Traditionally served as a variety of hot or cold appetizers, Antipasto may include a variety of small servings of rolled or sliced meats, such as salami, prosciutto, anchovies, smoked or pickled fish, included with a selection of cheese and marinated vegetables such as stuffed grape leaves, peppers, artichokes, eggplant, onions, zucchini, tomatoes, and olives.