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Aperitivo

Aperitivo is Italy’s convivial pre-dinner ritual, bringing a drink together with small bites.

Occasion
Before dinner
Look for
Spritz or a glass of Prosecco

Make room for the food

Italia.it describes aperitivo with small bites and a Spritz or Prosecco, and distinguishes apericena as the more substantial version approaching a full dinner.

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