A palate-cleanser is a serving of food or drink that removes food residue from the tongue, allowing one to more accurately assess a new flavor.
Palate-cleansers are often used between tasting wines, cheeses, or other strong flavors.[1] Pickled ginger is used as a palate-cleanser between sushi pieces.[2]
Traditional French palate-cleansers include sorbet, bread, apple slices, parsley and mint.[3]
Bamia is a traditional Anatolian stew that is sometimes served as a palate-cleanser between food courses at ceremonial feasts.[4]