Picada

A picada is a typical dish of Argentine and Uruguayan cuisine usually served as a starter, although sometimes as a main course. Related to the Italian antipasto and the Spanish tapas brought by massive immigration, it consists of a serving of savory snack and finger foods. A characteristic picada includes cheeses, cured meats, fermented sausages, olives and peanuts, although this varies depending on the country and who prepares it. One of the most popular dishes in the Rio de la Plata cuisine, picadas are a social event that involves gathering with family or friends. The origin of the picada is controversial. It is considered a culinary heritage of the massive Spanish and Italian immigration to the Río de la Plata region —encompassing both Argentina and Uruguay—, introducing the tradition of tapas and antipasto, respectively.

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