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