Research Results For 'Buffet'

BUFFET

A buffet is properly a cupboard, sideboard, or closet used to hold china, crystal, plate, and the like. The word is also very commonly applied to the space set apart for refreshments in public places, and to a spread of food from which diners serve themselves to a selection before going to eat elsewhere, as distinct from having the food laid out on the table at which the diners sit.
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BATTLE-AXE GUARDS

The Battle-axe Guards (beaufetiers, or vulgarly called Beefeaters) are a military force which was raised by Henry VII in 1485 as attendants upon the king's buffet. They were armed with a sword and lance.
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SMORGASBORD

A smorgasbord is a Scandinavian buffet comprising a variety of hot or cold savoury dishes, such as pate and smoked salmon.
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BANQUETTE

In architecture a banquette is a narrow window seat or a raised shelf at the back or the top of a buffet or dresser.
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