Gourmet (US: / ɡɔːrˈmeɪ /, UK: / ˈɡɔːrmeɪ /) is a cultural idea associated with the culinary arts of fine food and drink, or haute cuisine, which is characterized by their high level of refined and elaborate food preparation techniques and displays of balanced meals that have an aesthetically pleasing presentation of several contrasting, often quite rich courses. Historically the ... epicure, gourmet, gourmand, gastronome mean one who takes pleasure in eating and drinking.

Understanding the Context

epicure implies fastidiousness and voluptuousness of taste. gourmet implies being a connoisseur in food and drink and the discriminating enjoyment of them. GOURMET definition: 1. (of food) very high quality: 2.

Key Insights

producing or serving food that is very high quality: 3. a…. Learn more. Gourmet (pronounced gor-MAY) refers to high-end food, a person who appreciates that food, or a restaurant or place where you can buy or prepare it. In general, the term gourmet is less about the food than it is about the person who is the subject of the word.

Final Thoughts

What is Gourmet? Flavored coffee is sold at gourmet food stores and coffee shops. The couple share a love of gourmet cooking. A gourmet is someone who enjoys good food, and who knows a lot about food and wine. The seafood here is a gourmet's delight. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.

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