gastronomy

noun

gas·tron·o·my ga-ˈsträ-nə-mē

Synonyms of gastronomy next

: the art or science of good eating

: culinary customs or style

Chinese gastronomy

gastronomic

ˌga-strə-ˈnä-mik

adjective

or less commonly gastronomical

ˌga-strə-ˈnä-mi-kəl

Examples of gastronomy in a Sentence

books about wine tasting and gastronomy

Recent Examples on the Web Recipes based on freshwater fish, like risotto with European perch, are a key part of local gastronomy. —

Vittoria Traverso, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Nov. 2023 Middle Eastern gastronomy had a ton of influence on our cuisine. —

Jorge Valencia Mariano Fernandez, New York Times, 14 Nov. 2023 Andrés came of age as a cook in the era of molecular gastronomy, when the fine-dining world was enraptured by the whimsy and materials-science bravado of Spanish chefs like Ferran Adrià (with whom Andrés has worked closely, including at Adrià’s legendary late restaurant, El Bulli). —

Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2023 Reporter Kimmy Yam's look at why Doja Cat’s comments struck a nerve is both a gastronomy lesson and a reminder of the ways that Asian food and culture have long been stereotyped. —

Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 26 Sep. 2023 Each luxurious casita has ocean views, a private plunge pool, and a tropical garden, while the resort boasts a wellness spa and restaurants specializing in ocean-to-table gastronomy. —

Emmanuel Burgio, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2023 And the quiet, upscale setting lets the gastronomy shine. —

Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2023 The gastronomy will draw upon the hotel’s culinary heritage, from informal alfresco fondues to fine dining, multi-course feasts. —

Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023 From savory to sweet, this event promises an immersive and unforgettable journey into the world of wine and gastronomy. —

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