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informal
a person who enjoys and cares about food very much
The restaurant is very popular among foodies.
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Recent Examples of foodies
Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.
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Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
History buffs can revel in Texas' past, while foodies can savor the delicious cultural flavors that reflect Brownsville's unique traditions.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
The foodies’ episode gave viewers some giggly insight to Bobby and Williamson’s relationship, which was publicly revealed in March.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Each city was then given a score out of a 100, with 100 representing the most favorable conditions and costs for foodies.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
At the heart of the festival is a marketplace inside the convention center, with food producers, community organizations and restaurants handing out food samples to thousands of foodies passing through throughout the weekend.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2025
The Faithful are also foodies, so Levi’s Stadium and its hospitality partner, Levy, make a concerted effort every year to come up with craveable culinary selections.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2025
And if my recent conversations with local chefs and foodies are any indication, a lot of Charlotte diners aren’t quite sure what to make of it all.
—Shindy Chen, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2025
Jakarta is next in line for savvy foodies looking for underrated destinations, thanks to its diverse culinary offerings from a thriving Asian chef community and a fusion of traditional and modern flavors that reflect the city’s rich cultural tapestry.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
History buffs can revel in Texas' past, while foodies can savor the delicious cultural flavors that reflect Brownsville's unique traditions.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
The foodies’ episode gave viewers some giggly insight to Bobby and Williamson’s relationship, which was publicly revealed in March.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Each city was then given a score out of a 100, with 100 representing the most favorable conditions and costs for foodies.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
At the heart of the festival is a marketplace inside the convention center, with food producers, community organizations and restaurants handing out food samples to thousands of foodies passing through throughout the weekend.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2025
The Faithful are also foodies, so Levi’s Stadium and its hospitality partner, Levy, make a concerted effort every year to come up with craveable culinary selections.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2025
And if my recent conversations with local chefs and foodies are any indication, a lot of Charlotte diners aren’t quite sure what to make of it all.
—Shindy Chen, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2025
Jakarta is next in line for savvy foodies looking for underrated destinations, thanks to its diverse culinary offerings from a thriving Asian chef community and a fusion of traditional and modern flavors that reflect the city’s rich cultural tapestry.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foodies
Noun
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If Toni’s home had been open to gourmets there would always be porgys frying.—
Nikki Giovanni
September 3,
Literary Hub,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Such sets are great for wine connoisseurs or for parties that have to accommodate many people.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
22 Oct. 2025
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Welcome back, fellow diplomacy connoisseurs, to The Diplomat, season three, the show where the most outrageous thing is almost guaranteed to happen in every episode.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Now in its 17th year, The Ritz-Carlton Cayman Cookout offers discerning gastronomes the chance to savor exceptional fare in a spirited atmosphere.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Sep. 2025
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Families, couples, college students, gastronomes ranging from Michelin stargazers to Chili’s Triple Dipper devotees, kids and a welcoming array of dogs (Chapman Crafted Beer is a canine-friendly space) gathered for the weekend celebration of burgers.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Foodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foodies. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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