apericena
aperitif-dinner, cocktail hour with food
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/a.pe.ri.ˈtʃe.na/
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Cultural Note
A blend of 'aperitivo' and 'cena' (dinner), this modern Italian concept describes a generous cocktail hour with enough food to replace dinner. Born in Milan in the 2000s, it has swept across Italy. It represents the Italian genius for socializing efficiently — drinks and dinner in one elegant, affordable event.
📝 Example Sentences
Facciamo un'apericena venerdì sera?
Shall we do an apericena on Friday evening?
Quel locale fa un'apericena buonissima a dieci euro.
That place does an amazing apericena for ten euros.