epicurean 1 of 2

as in gourmet
a person with refined tastes in food and wine an epicurean with a beautifully equipped kitchen

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epicurean

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adjective

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Recent Examples of epicurean
Noun
These popular dishes are still found all over the islands, at hole-in-the wall cafes, food trucks and even the islands’ best restaurants, which have elevated comfort food into epicurean creations. Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 1 May 2025 Reverie Social Table With just one community table, Reverie offers the Mother City’s most exclusive epicurean experience. Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
The chef and ownership group behind Raleigh's East End Bistrot will open an all-day cafe called Giorgios Epicurean Market this Thursday. Zachery Eanes, Axios, 24 Sep. 2024 For a real splurge, spring for the Dom Perignon Epicurean Package, featuring a Champagne and raw bar set-up. Nicole Schnitzler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for epicurean
Recent Examples of Synonyms for epicurean
Adjective
  • In the case of the wife in the viral TikTok video, the Maldives—often cited among the world's most luxurious honeymoon destinations—was a total surprise.
    Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Besides, what feels more luxurious than slipping into a five-star hotel robe and slippers?
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Ever since, keen epicures had been ardently awaiting his next move.
    Sarah Khan, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Biggest Fear: Pain of their own insecurity, uncertainty. Type 7: The Enthusiast/Epicure The enthusiast/epicure looks to explore all the wonders of life and are always on the hunt for new experiences and adventures.
    Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
Adjective
  • The House of Juju also has stellar sights, with eats like a delectable red snapper sandwich on offer.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Read about the shop's rich history and new cookbook, savor some delectable photos, and grab one of the new recipes.
    Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • But now this metropolis of some 2 million people has more and more options for later in the day, ranging from an intimate dining counter where a local chef nerds out about indigenous ingredients to a sleek izakaya bar where the city’s scene-seeking gastronomes gather for spicy tuna hand rolls.
    Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
  • During my own visit to the Westminster eatery to check out the dish, I (a far less astute and seasoned gastronome than Yee) was equally bowled over.
    Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 31 July 2025
Adjective
  • The Bitter Mai is also, improbably, absolutely delicious.
    Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Stanway plays in Kelly on the left wing, who delivers a delicious ball for Russo to head home.
    Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • From here on out, Belly’s experience in Paris becomes much more delightful.
    Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The conversation — which delivered plenty of delightful outbursts from the over-the-top Tonioli — took a deep dive into a Season 7 emergency that sent Julianne Hough to the ER, and the memorable night protestors stormed the DWTS stage.
    Claire Franken, TVLine, 9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • What felt different was how formerly personal (and occasionally self-indulgent) matters telescoped into broader concerns.
    Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
  • As Black women face workforce trends like layoffs, burnout, and furloughs more acutely, which can impact mental and physical health, this mindset shift, ironically, underscores that soft living within a community context is a sustainable practice, not a self-indulgent one.
    Essence, Essence, 15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Room for two, a supple ride, a gorgeous view over a curved hood, perfect flow of air up and over the windshield and cockpit with virtually no backsplash to disrupt pleasant conversation, and the ability at any time to experience a rush of power and speed when the moment calls.
    Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Enfield is a pleasant, unremarkable suburb of north London.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025

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“Epicurean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epicurean. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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