Crostini vs. Canape — What's the Difference?

Crostini (meaning "little crusts" in Italian; singular crostino) are an Italian appetizer consisting of small slices of grilled or toasted bread and toppings. The toppings may include a variety of different cheeses, meats, vegetables and condiments, or may be presented more simply with a brush of olive oil and herbs or a sauce.

A cracker or a small, thin piece of bread or toast spread with cheese, meat, or relish and served as an appetizer.

A piece of thin crisp toast.

Alternative spelling of canapé

An hors d'oeuvre made with a crostino and any of various toppings.

A sofa or divan.

Starters of savoury toppings on toasted or fried bread

An appetizer consisting of a thin slice or piece of bread toasted or fried in butter or oil, on which anchovies, mushrooms, caviar, cheese, or other savory foods, are served.

An appetizer consisting usually of a thin slice of bread or toast spread with caviar or cheese or other savory food