from an earlier form of chambrette or "little room", or from the Norman French chamber meaning "tavern", itself derived from the Late Latin word camera meaning an arched roof.

National history

France (from 15th century)

Cabarets had appeared in Paris by at least the late 15th century. They were distinguished from taverns because they served food as well as wine, the table was covered with a cloth, and the price was charged by the plate, not the mug.They were not particularly associated with entertainment even if musicians

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