crostini Melba
The English phrase "melba toast" is translated into Italian as crostini Melba.
Meaning: toast (noun)
Did you know?
- The term Melba is not Italian in origin but refers to Nellie Melba, an Australian opera singer. She was so influential in Paris that her name became a permanent part of the culinary vocabulary in both French and Italian.
- In Italian, the word crosta refers not only to the 'crust' of bread but also to the 'scab' on a wound.
- In Tuscany, a crostino is frequently prepared with fegatini, which are chicken livers, creating a savory dish far removed from the plain nature of 'melba toast'.
Examples in context
- Vorrei dei crostini Melba con il burro.I would like some melba toast with butter.
- Serviamo i crostini Melba come antipasto leggero.We are serving melba toast as a light appetizer.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are preparing a light snack at home.
- LorenzoSofia, hai comprato i crostini Melba?Sofia, did you buy the melba toast?
- SofiaSì, sono in cucina sul tavolo.Yes, they are in the kitchen on the table.
- LorenzoPerfetto, prendo i crostini Melba adesso.Perfect, I'll get the melba toast now.
- SofiaPortami anche un po' di marmellata.Bring me some jam too.
