"It's hardly groundbreaking to announce that Rick Steves is well-versed in "all things Europe." Yet for the average American, yearning to follow in the renowned traveler's footsteps can raise some financial anxiety. Let's be honest: European cuisine is delicious, but foodies can easily spend a small fortune. Luckily, Steves has some tried-and-tested hacks for budget-friendly dining. In an article shared on Rick Steves' Europe, he revealed his secret to scoring free snacks: ordering drinks."
"You might have heard the phrase "liquid lunch," but this Italian trend takes the concept to a heartier level. An "apericena," Steves describes, is an Italian blend of "apertivo" (a late-afternoon tipple) and "cena" (meaning "dinner"). Essentially, it's like a European happy hour. Order an aperitivo and you'll usually receive something small to snack on, like a bowl of nuts. Find a bar offering apericena and drinks come accompanied by larger dishes, like Sicilian prawns or beef croquettes in salsa."
Rick Steves recommends ordering drinks—especially Italian aperitivo—to obtain complimentary snacks or light meals known as apericena. Apericena blends apertivo (late-afternoon drink) and cena (dinner), and can include small snacks like nuts or larger dishes such as Sicilian prawns or beef croquettes accompanied with drinks. Turning a cocktail into a light dinner can stretch a travel food budget. The generosity of complimentary offerings varies by venue, so locating the best apericena requires online research or walking until spotting busy bars. In Italy, many aperitivo options cost roughly €10 to €20, with the best selections appearing after about 4pm.
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