as in gourmets
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
Art aficionados can spend hours perusing countless galleries, while foodies can feast on incredibly fresh local cuisine.
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Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
This list of things to do in Belize features ideas for everyone, from adventurers and history buffs to foodies and travelers looking to chill out on a lounge chair in the sun.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
There’s no shortage of good eats in the Queen City, and foodies are sure to find culinary experiences that stretch across the diaspora — from classic soul food and African fare to Caribbean dishes and Southern barbecue.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
For Oklahoma City's foodies, questions arose about the future of the city's popular fine-dining restaurant VAST, located at the top of the skyscraper, as well as other restaurants in the building.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 3 Feb. 2026
Yet the restaurant has kept a firm grip on the imaginations of avid Miami foodies.
—Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
The company operates three leisure travel tour brands, including EF Go Ahead Tours, EF Ultimate Break, and EF Adventures that supports all ages of travelers and numerous travel styles from foodies to hobbyists to more active travelers.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The event is perfect for foodies who enjoy ocean flavors.
—Charlie Vargas, Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026
Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
This list of things to do in Belize features ideas for everyone, from adventurers and history buffs to foodies and travelers looking to chill out on a lounge chair in the sun.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
There’s no shortage of good eats in the Queen City, and foodies are sure to find culinary experiences that stretch across the diaspora — from classic soul food and African fare to Caribbean dishes and Southern barbecue.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
For Oklahoma City's foodies, questions arose about the future of the city's popular fine-dining restaurant VAST, located at the top of the skyscraper, as well as other restaurants in the building.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 3 Feb. 2026
Yet the restaurant has kept a firm grip on the imaginations of avid Miami foodies.
—Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
The company operates three leisure travel tour brands, including EF Go Ahead Tours, EF Ultimate Break, and EF Adventures that supports all ages of travelers and numerous travel styles from foodies to hobbyists to more active travelers.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The event is perfect for foodies who enjoy ocean flavors.
—Charlie Vargas, Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026
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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Anne Marie Panoringan, Culture OC food writer, notes that even for seasoned gastronomes, the value proposition feels off.—
Brock Keeling,
Daily News,
16 Jan. 2026
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Painters, sculptors, designers, and young gastronomes with a forward-thinking vision have put down roots.—
Lindsay Cohn,
Vogue,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Art connoisseurs and culture enthusiasts have more than 100 galleries and over 50 museums to choose from.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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The late art dealer Fred Kline attributed the work to Leonardo, but other connoisseurs have disputed its authenticity.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
16 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Packer and Srulovich aren’t dilettantes, either.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Foodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foodies. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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