bite
to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws
nosh
(Yiddish) a snack or light meal
appetizer
food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course)
starter
any new participant in some activity
eats
informal terms for a meal
chow
informal terms for a meal
mooch
ask for and get free; be a parasite
grub
ask for and get free; be a parasite