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.