Definition
To arrange and present food on a plate for service; also used as a noun describing the final plated dish. It's the last chance to make an impression before someone judges your cooking with their mouth.
Example Usage
Plate carefully—the presentation is half the battle in fine dining.
Origin
From the object itself; the verb form developed as plating became an art form
Fun Fact
Plating has become so important in fine dining that some restaurants employ 'plating specialists' separate from the cooking line
Source: Restaurant and service terminology
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