as in gourmets
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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
History buffs will revel in the dozens UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited, while foodies can check out the new onboard Epicurean Enrichment Studio, created by executive chef Kathryn Kelly as a chance to connect to the local cultures through cuisine.
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Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 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, 26 Mar. 2026
Oklahoma City is a great city for foodies looking to explore the wide range of cuisines.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 19 Mar. 2026
Appealing to both foodies and nature buffs, the Food Trails have become a popular way to explore the Burren and take in its ancient topography, while also getting a taste of the people, brands, and flavors that are driving today’s Ireland.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
And so many familiar-to-foodies faces — aside from Lakshmi herself, there’s molecular gastronomist Wylie Dufresne, meat purveyor Pat LaFrieda, and numerous past Top Chef contestants, including two-time winner Buddha Lo.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Each town and city have their own culinary specialty — where are the foodies?
—Talla Mountjoy, Twin Cities, 11 Mar. 2026
Best of all, a new generation of foodies and artisans is making Perry a destination worth visiting beyond the tried-and-true staples.
—Colleen McNally Arnett, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Big-time foodies – perhaps ones whose tech companies went public and turned them into multimillionaires – might want to check out the Ultimate Steakhouse Tour.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 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, 26 Mar. 2026
Oklahoma City is a great city for foodies looking to explore the wide range of cuisines.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 19 Mar. 2026
Appealing to both foodies and nature buffs, the Food Trails have become a popular way to explore the Burren and take in its ancient topography, while also getting a taste of the people, brands, and flavors that are driving today’s Ireland.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
And so many familiar-to-foodies faces — aside from Lakshmi herself, there’s molecular gastronomist Wylie Dufresne, meat purveyor Pat LaFrieda, and numerous past Top Chef contestants, including two-time winner Buddha Lo.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Each town and city have their own culinary specialty — where are the foodies?
—Talla Mountjoy, Twin Cities, 11 Mar. 2026
Best of all, a new generation of foodies and artisans is making Perry a destination worth visiting beyond the tried-and-true staples.
—Colleen McNally Arnett, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Big-time foodies – perhaps ones whose tech companies went public and turned them into multimillionaires – might want to check out the Ultimate Steakhouse Tour.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foodies
Noun
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Davis Grocers/Capital Grille For 120 years, the red brick building at the southeast corner of Fourth and Colorado streets has served the food needs of Austin gourmets and gourmands.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Sep. 2025
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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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Available in two different colorways, conservative design connoisseurs will likely find comfort in the classic blue and natural beige color combo, while the punchy purple and green option might entice those with more adventurous color appetites.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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The Experimental Group started as cocktail connoisseurs with bars in Paris and London before branching into restaurants and rooms, which means these creative libations are probably the best in town.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Packer and Srulovich aren’t dilettantes, either.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Foodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foodies. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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