cuisine

noun

kwi-ˈzēn How to pronounce cuisine (audio)
Definition of cuisinenext
as in cooking
the art or style of preparing food (as in a specified region) spent several years in Tuscany mastering Italian cuisine

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Recent Examples of cuisine So far, those stories have looked like guides to different cuisines, Q&As with chefs and bartenders, coverage of industry issues, fun trend reporting and much more. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026 Sacramento has long been a city that celebrates its diverse cuisines and cultures. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026 While tamales covered the table at Christmas, Gloria cooked all regional varieties of Mexican cuisine. — Anna Alejo, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 American’s Flagship spaces offer a premium experience such as a champagne greeting and meals inspired by local cuisine from chefs. — Chase Jordan october 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cuisine
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cooking
Noun
  • The pop-up, called Sheep, debuted on July 8 in the rooftop restaurant space at the hotel, offering a $95 per person four-course tasting menu focused on open-fire cooking.
    — The Know, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Go shopping with a personal stylist, or opt for a food-shopping trip to Campo de’ Fiori followed by a cooking class.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of cooking

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“Cuisine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuisine. Accessed 11 Oct. 2026.

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