chefs

plural of chef
as in cooks
a person who prepares food by some manner of heating the restaurant hired a famous chef to raise the quality of its cuisine

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Recent Examples of chefs By the time Disney World joined the party — and Dieter Hannig revolutionized the Mouse’s culinary offerings, liberating chefs and operators with license to create — the scene was already community-first. — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026 Here’s how six chefs use their watches to stay ahead of the dinner rush. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2026 Joining the singles over candlelit tasting menus crafted by local celebrity chefs will be local single Finns. — Lola Akinmade, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026 Many of the world's top chefs consider awards and lists to be a tricky balance with their work at their establishment. — Joanna Ossinger, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026 As the space underwent its overhaul, the Pantry’s new chefs were cooking. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026 Some chefs are going for their first, some are going for more and many are just trying to hold onto their cred. — Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026 Over the coming weeks, Chacko said Sparrow will greatly expand its offerings to include more coffee and non-alcoholic beverages, lunch offerings, and occasional items shared by friends who are successful chefs. — Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026 The rare Voatsiperifery pepper, native to Madagascar and coveted by international chefs, is facing the depletion of its wild habitat through irresponsible harvesting, bush fires, and charcoal production. — Leah Quinn, semafor.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chefs
Noun
  • Too much ink has been spilled trying to convince home cooks that there are definitive pairings between sauces and pasta shapes.
    — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Other home cooks swear by vinegar, lemon juice, commercial produce washes or soap or detergent.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Two New York bakers puzzle over an early iteration of a bagel machine.
    — HubSpot, HubSpot, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The bakers all do similarly well at the technical challenge, which is solid but uninspired.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026

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“Chefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chefs. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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