What is the difference between an appetizer and a canape?

Answer by  Bardzot (64)

An appetizer is any small food item served before the main course of a meal. A canapé is a type of appetizer. Canapés are typically a small cracker or slice of bread topped with a spread and a garnish.

Answer by  amiv (249)

Canapes are served when no meal is to follow, such as at a cocktail party. They are always crackers or small pieces of bread with a topping. Appetizers are small dishes of any kind that start a meal.

Answer by  LeighDear (23)

An Appetizer is a small amount of food, generally served at the table, before the entree. A Canape is an individual bite of food that usually has 3 parts. The base, the main element and a topping or sauce and is usually passed to the guests before they are seated.