zakuski

Also known as zakuska

Zakuski (, ; ) is the term for an assortment of cold hors d'oeuvres, entrées and snacks in Russian food culture. They are considered to be an integral part of any Russian festive meal, as well as often everyday meals.

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Food.name: Zakuski
Food.image: Russian Celebration Zakuski.jpg
Food.image_size: 250px
Food.associated_cuisine: Russian
Food.course: Hors d'oeuvre or snack
Food.main_ingredient: Cold cuts, cured fishes, mixed salads, pickled vegetables, kholodets, pirozhki, hard cheeses, caviar, roe, canapés, open sandwiches, breads

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==Terminology== Originally, the term referred to pies and other sweet delicacies served after a main meal, but now can refer to a light meal before a main meal or a snack, which may also be eaten at a stand-up bar known as zakusochnaya. It is served as a course on its own or "intended to follow each shot of vodka or another alcoholic drink". The word literally means 'little bites'.