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entremets
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a course of sweet or savory dishes served between the main courses during a formal meal
Entremets is a French term that refers to a course served between the main course and dessert in a formal multi-course meal. It typically consists of lighter dishes such as fruit, sorbet, or a small sweet treat to cleanse the palate and provide a transition between savory and sweet flavors.
- For the formal dinner, the chef prepared a series of exquisite entremets, each designed to be a palate cleanser before the next course.
- The entremets were a delightful surprise, featuring a light lemon sorbet that refreshed us between the heavier dishes.
- Among the entremets was a delicate pomegranate gelée that provided a sweet contrast to the savory flavors of the meal.
- The sequence of entremets included a variety of textures and tastes, from airy mousses to tangy fruit compotes.
- As an interlude between courses, the entremets served not only as a palate cleanser but also as a conversation piece, thanks to their creative presentation.
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