French phrase
Puis-je goûter ?
Meaning
May I have a taste?
When to use it
A polite request to taste some food. It suits formal or unfamiliar situations, while a more casual form is common with close acquaintances.
Example dialogue
Puis-je goûter ?
May I have a taste?
Oui, bien sûr, servez-vous.
Yes, of course, go ahead.