assorti

Assorti is a term used in several languages to denote a mixed assortment of items offered together. The basic idea is variety within a single package, plate, or presentation.

In culinary contexts, an assorti refers to a platter or course that combines different foods. It can be a savory selection on a cold cut or cheese plate, often including meats, cheeses, pickled vegetables, and other small bites arranged for tasting variety. In some cuisines, assorti dishes are served as antipasti-style starters or as a sampler of different ingredients within one dish.

In confectionery and retail, assorti commonly describes a box or package containing a mix of sweets, chocolates, caramels, or gummies. The contents are chosen to provide multiple flavors and textures in a single product. The term is widely used in several Eastern European languages and is frequently seen on product labeling for mixed candy boxes.

Etymology and usage vary by region. The word derives from the French assortiment or the Italian assortimento, both related to arranging items to form a varied collection. In English-speaking markets, words like assortment or assorted are more common, but assorti appears on product labels and in culinary contexts, especially in Eastern Europe and among multilingual retailers.

See also: assortment, sampler, platter, antipasto.