Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

travessa

Noun
/trah-VEH-sah/
Definition
A term often used to describe a serving dish with a long and shallow shape, typically used for serving food.
Examples
  • The salad was beautifully arranged on a large travessa.
  • She served the lasagna on a ceramic travessa during the family gathering.
  • At the restaurant, the chef presented the seafood dish on a silver travessa.
Meaning
In a culinary context, travessa refers to a versatile dish used for presenting various types of food, particularly in Portuguese and Brazilian cuisine.
Synonyms
  • platter
  • serving tray
  • dish
  • tray