aanborden

Aanborden is a Dutch verb meaning to present or offer something to someone. In ordinary usage it covers offering information, products, services, or proposals, with an emphasis on the act of placing or presenting something before another person for consideration or action. In gastronomy and catering, the term also refers to presenting dishes or snack items to guests on serving boards, plates, or platters, often as a display or sharing option.

The nuance of aanborden lies in the visual or tangible presentation. It can be used when a host makes items visible to guests or when a supplier showcases options on a platter. In standard Dutch, more common verbs for offering are aanbieden or voorleggen, while aanborden tends to appear in concrete, image-oriented contexts such as menus, catering, or event service.

Regional and stylistic notes: Aanborden is recognized in Dutch language usage across the Netherlands and in Flanders, but its frequency varies by sector. The term is slightly more specialized and vivid than broader synonyms, and is generally understood by Dutch speakers. It appears in culinary writing, event descriptions, and hospitality literature.

In sum, aanborden covers both the general act of presenting something to another and the specific culinary practice of presenting food on boards or platters for a group of guests.