Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
garde-manger
noun
/ɡɑːrd mɑːˈʒeɪ/
Definition
A style of culinary preparation that involves the preparation and preservation of foods that are served cold, typically in a buffet or as appetizers.
Examples
- The chef specializes in garde-manger, creating beautifully arranged charcuterie boards.
- At the culinary school, students learn the techniques of garde-manger to master cold dishes.
- The restaurant’s garde-manger section features a delightful selection of salads and pâtés.
Meaning
The term ‘garde-manger’ refers to both the art of preparing and presenting cold dishes and the area in a kitchen where these dishes are created and stored.
Synonyms
- Cold kitchen
- Appetizers section
- Chilled food preparation