A trattoria appetizer is a type of Italian cuisine that typically includes small dishes such as bruschetta (10 letters), ANTIPASTO (9 letters) and CALAMARI (8 letters). Bruschetta is a popular Italian appetizer made with toasted bread, garlic, olive oil, tomatoes and basil. ANTIPASTO is a traditional Italian appetizer consisting of cured meats, olives, cheeses, vegetables and other savory items. CALAMARI is a fried or grilled dish made from squid. All three of these dishes are commonly served in trattoria restaurants as appetizers.