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Mitilo is the Italian word for mussel, mytilus, an edible bivalve mollusk

Mozzarella ai ferri refers to Italian food made of sliced mozzarella Cheese which are grilled on a hot skillet.

Mandarancio is the Italian word for clementine, a type of small sweet orange

Maiala is the Italian word for sow, mature or adult female hog or pig

Montato is the Italian term for "whipped", beaten into a froth, usually refers to cream or eggs, as Panna montata (whipped cream)

Montato is pronounced "mohn-tah-toh"

Menu refers to a list of choices or list of foods that can or will be served at a meal, usually in a restaurant. Menu is pronounced "meh-noo".

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