gastronomy

Definition of gastronomynext
as in cooking
formal the art or activity of cooking and eating fine food books about wine tasting and gastronomy

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Recent Examples of gastronomy A lot of diverse gastronomy, but [also] diversity in people. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2026 The gold standard of gastronomy is really French cuisine. Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026 The Michelin Green Star honors restaurants that are pioneers in mindful gastronomy. Jeffrey Popovich, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026 The groups calls for the French government to recognize gastronomy as a cultural exception, a political designation that subsidizes other arts like cinema, theater and television. Vivian Song, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gastronomy
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cooking
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  • Steam from bathrooms or kitchens, humidifiers, wet clothes drying indoors and poor ventilation around heating or cooking appliances can also push indoor humidity high enough to feed mold growth.
    Ryan Brennan May 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
  • While the former venue had a kitchen, Las Cuatro Milpas needed to bring in stoves to accommodate its style of cooking, as well as a walk-in refrigerator and a three-compartment sink to meet health department regulations, according to the broker who handled the lease.
    Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2026

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“Gastronomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gastronomy. Accessed 13 May. 2026.

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