haute cuisine

Definition of haute cuisinenext
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Recent Examples of haute cuisine Dining centers on refined kaiseki or traditional Japanese coursed haute cuisine, featuring regional specialties such as meltingly tender Tajima beef (an elite breed of wagyu cattle and the source of Kobe beef) and Matsuba snow crab. Kelsey Eisen, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026 But in an industry where diners rarely question high prices of French haute cuisine or Japanese omakase, Chinese restaurateurs often contend with resistance in getting customers to pay fine-dining tabs. Terry Tang, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026 Sutton worked with Napa Rose Executive Chef Clint Chin and Executive Pastry Chef Jorge Sotelo on the new California wine country cuisine menu that draws inspiration from European haute cuisine, Asian elegance, Latin earthiness and regional American innovation. Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026 From cozy nooks to haute cuisine, Lech’s culinary scene extends across the hamlet. Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 19 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for haute cuisine
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Noun
  • On The Border, which currently operates more than 30 restaurants in 11 states, became synonymous with sizzling fajitas and classic Tex-Mex cuisine.
    Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
  • The traditional annual doctor's check-up often overlooks people who not only spend a good amount of time at 35,000 feet, but travelers who are constantly dealing with different time zones, cuisine options and activity levels.
    Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • Across eight episodes, competitors must build their own cooking stations, earn mystery ingredient baskets through physical challenges and prepare dishes over open fire while battling unpredictable weather and rugged conditions.
    Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
  • Beef or chicken shish-kebabs, burgers, steaks, chicken breasts and other outdoor cooking fare is sold daily this time of year.
    Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • Its softening of formality, without losing out on service or gastronomy.
    Lela London, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
  • Discover picturesque small towns where medieval architecture meets vibrant local culture and gastronomy, like Les Baux-de-Provence or Eguisheim in the Alsace wine region.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026

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