as in cuisine
the art or style of preparing food (as in a specified region)
tacos represented my introduction to Mexican cookery
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Recent Examples of cookery
The Club is part of her innovative Spanish By Living brand, which combines language learning with cookery classes, cinema outings, and bingo nights.
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Paul Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Feb. 2026
Many of Ireland’s top chefs trained here, and Hannah Neeleman, of Ballerina Farm fame, recently spent three months doing a cookery course there — rooms are traditional and comfortable and cost from 280 euros a night (about $318), depending on the season.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Nadiya Hussain, the Season 6 winner, who has since had multiple cookery TV shows of her own, has experienced a level of underdog stardom last enjoyed by Princess Di.
—Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
But when Jefferson went to Washington, the president called for enslaved teenage girls to come learn French cookery under George Washington's chef, Julien.
—Jeff Suess, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Paul Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Feb. 2026
Many of Ireland’s top chefs trained here, and Hannah Neeleman, of Ballerina Farm fame, recently spent three months doing a cookery course there — rooms are traditional and comfortable and cost from 280 euros a night (about $318), depending on the season.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Nadiya Hussain, the Season 6 winner, who has since had multiple cookery TV shows of her own, has experienced a level of underdog stardom last enjoyed by Princess Di.
—Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
But when Jefferson went to Washington, the president called for enslaved teenage girls to come learn French cookery under George Washington's chef, Julien.
—Jeff Suess, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cookery
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Most Americans associate andouille (pronounced ahn-DOO-wee) with Cajun and Creole cuisine, which is apt, because this type of sausage stars in many signature recipes with that culinary heritage.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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Co-owner and executive chef Sergio Moutela puts an inventive spin on Italian cuisine on the BYOB restaurant's everchanging menus, including brunch.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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This marvelous oven has an eight-in-one function with multiple cooking modes to slow cook, braise, bake, and make brown rice, white rice, pasta, and oats.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2026
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Why Lemon Is Perfect for Spring With their vibrant yellow color and bright, acidic taste, lemons are a refreshing way to transition your cooking from savory winter dishes to lighter spring meals.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Cookery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cookery. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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