Description
Decoration added to food or drink
Technical
A garnish is an item or substance used as a decoration or embellishment accompanying a prepared food dish or drink. In many cases, it may give added or contrasting flavor. Some garnishes are selected mainly to augment the visual impact of the plate, while others are selected specifically for the flavor they may impart. This is in contrast to a condiment, a prepared sauce added to another food item primarily for its flavor. A food item which is served with garnish may be described as being garni, the French term for "garnished."
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
Wine Analogy
Like a wine's bouquet enhancing the drinking experience
Coffee Analogy
Similar to latte art enhancing the visual appeal of coffee
Perfume Analogy
Like top notes in perfumery that provide first impressions
Origin & History
Civilization
Ancient Greeks
Era
Classical antiquity
Region
Mediterranean
Spread Path
Trade and colonization along the Mediterranean