mise en place

/ˌmiːz ɒn ˈplɑːs/

the preparation and organization of ingredients before cooking

mise en place in a sentence

“Professional chefs rely on proper mise en place.”

French putting in place

Related Words

degustation

a tasting menu of small dishes

palate

one's sense of taste and flavor appreciation

umami

the fifth taste: savory or meaty flavor

gastronome

a connoisseur of fine food and drink

prix fixe

a set menu at a fixed price

à la carte

ordering individual dishes rather than a set menu