What French term describes the practice of ordering individual dishes from a menu rather than a fixed-price meal?
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A la carte
Literally meaning 'according to the menu,' this style of dining emerged in the early 19th century. It allows diners more flexibility than the 'table d'hôte' system, where the menu is set for all guests.
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