Small plates served before a main course, appetizers are designed to stimulate the palate and curb initial hunger. They range from light salads to crispy finger foods, often shared among diners or enjoyed solo. Restaurants benefit by boosting per-person spending, while home cooks use them to simplify entertaining. Guests, in turn, enjoy a social, flavorful start to any meal.
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