tasting menu
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of tasting menu
First recorded in 1975–80
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At the time, Ynyshir, which serves Japanese-inspired raw dishes as part of its nearly £500 per head 30-course tasting menu, accused inspectors of not understanding its specialised procedures.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
For his ramp-themed dinner, Jaranilla put together a five-course tasting menu to showcase the versatility of the allium, in the same family as garlic, leeks and onions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
They may blanch at a $200 tasting menu and not be able to enjoy their food.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026
A dirty floor and knife were also found at the restaurant, which charges nearly £500 per head for its 30-course tasting menu.
From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2026
Vida offers a four-course prix fixe menu, with the option to select one dish from each course, as well as a seven-course tasting menu; both can be enjoyed in vegetarian form.
From Salon ● Jan. 13, 2026
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