The 'Italian Chef Kiss' meme, often referred to as 'Chef's Kiss' or 'Al Bacio,' is a classic internet reaction used to signify that something is absolutely perfect or of the highest quality. The visual typically features a stereotypical Italian chef kissing their fingertips and flicking them away, a gesture known as the 'bel bacio' which communicates deep appreciation. While the gesture itself dates back centuries in Mediterranean culture, it became a staple of internet culture in the late 2010s as a shorthand for 'perfection.' It is widely used across social media to react to everything from satisfying videos and great food to flawlessly executed plans and witty comebacks.