culinary

adjective

cu·​li·​nary ˈkə-lə-ˌner-ē  ˈkyü-  ˈkü- 

: of or relating to the kitchen or cookery

culinary arts

culinary recipes

culinary schools

culinarily

ˌkə-lə-ˈner-ə-lē 

ˌkyü-

ˌkü-

adverb

Examples of culinary in a Sentence

They serve a variety of culinary delights.

Recent Examples on the Web

The resort features 30 standalone bungalows and cabins, a world-class culinary experience and an impressive agricultural program based on a ‘Flavor Farming’ philosophy, growing more than 500 varieties of vegetables, fruits, herbs and florals. —Roger Sands, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024

Many visitors, however, may not know that the capital’s culinary scene is also heavily influenced by international flavors, particularly those from Asia. —Michaela Trimble, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2024

The restaurant is one of several at LGA showcasing Big Apple culinary talent, including an outpost of the Brooklyn ramen shop Chuko and Rossi Pizzeria, which was developed with Brooklyn pizza legend Mark Iacono of Lucali. —Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2024

Bon Appétit is at the center of the culinary zeitgeist, identifying trends, introducing products, and providing context and analysis. —The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appétit, 3 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin culinarius, from culina kitchen — more at kiln

First Known Use

1638, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

culinary

adjective

cul·​i·​nary

ˈkəl-ə-ˌner-ē,

ˈkyü-lə-

: of or relating to the kitchen or cooking

culinary workers

culinary skills