charcuterie

• Substantiv für ein Geschäft oder eine Metzgerei, die sich auf verzehrfertige Fleischwaren wie Pasteten, Wurst und Schinken spezialisiert hat; auch die Gesamtheit dieser Fleischwaren selbst.

A noun referring to a delicatessen or shop that specializes in prepared meats, such as pâtés, sausages, and cured meats.

1. Delicatessen specializing in meatsB2formalculinary

   A shop or department that sells prepared meats, such as sausages, hams, pâtés, and other cured or cooked meat products.

   Metzgerei

   • We bought some salami and prosciutto from the local charcuterie.
   • The charcuterie in the city center offers a wide variety of artisan sausages.
   • She works at a charcuterie that makes its own pâtés.

   Synonymedelidelicatessen

2. Assortment of prepared meatsB2formalculinary

   A selection of cured or cooked meats, often served as an appetizer or part of a meal.

   Wurstplatte

   • The restaurant served a beautiful charcuterie board with cheeses and pickles.
   • For the party, we ordered a charcuterie platter with various hams and salamis.
   • He prepared a charcuterie selection for the guests to enjoy.

   Synonymecold cuts