Canape

/ˈkænəpeɪ/ noun

Definition

A small appetizer or bite-sized food consisting of bread, cracker, or pastry topped with a savory spread or garnish.

Etymology

Variant spelling of canapé (French origin). The accent is often dropped in English, though the word remains French in origin and culinary usage.

Kelly Says

At fancy parties, canapes are the ultimate democratic food—everyone gets the exact same sophisticated bite, making it both egalitarian and elegant simultaneously.

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