Bocadillo

/bɒkɐdɪəʊ/

/bɑːkɐdɪoʊ/

[noun]

Bocadillo

[NOUN]

a Spanish-style sandwich made with a baguette or roll, typically filled with various meats, cheese, and vegetables

What is "bocadillo"?

Bocadillo is a type of sandwich that is a popular food item in Spain and Latin America. It is made by filling a crusty bread roll with a variety of ingredients, such as cured meats, cheeses, vegetables, and sauces. The bread used for bocadillos is typically a small, crusty baguette or roll that is sliced in half and stuffed with the filling ingredients. Bocadillos may be served hot or cold, and can be found in many cafes, street vendors, and restaurants throughout Spain and Latin America. They are often served as a quick and convenient meal or snack, and may be accompanied by other dishes such as olives, potato chips, or fried snacks.

Examples

1. And you often have this with a bocadillo, which is a traditional Colombian sweet which is wrapped in plantain leaf.

2. And what you do is you dip the bocadillo into the mazamorra, and, just like that.