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a person with refined tastes in food and wine
an epicurean with a beautifully equipped kitchen
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Recent Examples of epicurean
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2024
Guests can experience the ultimate weekend by booking the ‘Lake Oconee Food & Wine Epicurean Package’ with access to five of the top events during the weekend.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
Jordan Riefe, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The five-night epicurean safari, titled simply Cottar’s Culinary Safari will be based at Cottar’s 1920s Camp situated in the 7608-acre private Olderkesi Conservancy bordering the Maasai Mara in Kenya and the Tanzania Serengeti game reserve.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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Noun
And on the wine side, The Epicurean’s Atlas: The Encyclopaedic Cellar went for whopping $16.8 million in Hong Kong.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2024
Guests can experience the ultimate weekend by booking the ‘Lake Oconee Food & Wine Epicurean Package’ with access to five of the top events during the weekend.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
Adjective
Along with the film’s deep considerations of morality and power, the production gets bonus points for filming in a place close to Tucci’s epicurean heart: Rome.
—Jordan Riefe, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The five-night epicurean safari, titled simply Cottar’s Culinary Safari will be based at Cottar’s 1920s Camp situated in the 7608-acre private Olderkesi Conservancy bordering the Maasai Mara in Kenya and the Tanzania Serengeti game reserve.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for epicurean
Adjective
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The rustic yet luxurious accommodations range from studios to three-bedroom penthouses, offering oceanfront or mountain views.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Pairing a utilitarian staple, like cargo pants, with overtly luxurious piece (such as a vintage fur coat or heritage bag) gives your ’fit a captivating touch of the unexpected.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Ever since, keen epicures had been ardently awaiting his next move.—
Sarah Khan,
Bon Appétit,
18 Mar. 2025
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Biggest Fear: Pain of their own insecurity, uncertainty. Type 7: The Enthusiast/Epicure The enthusiast/epicure looks to explore all the wonders of life and are always on the hunt for new experiences and adventures.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
Peoplemag,
25 Apr. 2024
Adjective
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Ready to sink your teeth into these delectable bites?—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2025
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All that goodness is paired with an delectable dill pickle flavor, courtesy of Grillo’s famous pickle recipe.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The hour-long experience—set to debut in Tokyo this spring—has been well received by curious gastronomes and tech enthusiasts alike craving the next big thing.—
Kristin Tablang,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Even the talented team executing the vision of the world-famous gastronome isn’t above getting creative to accommodate diners.—
Lindsay Cohn,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Thanks to its unique design, the Dutch oven’s lid doubles as a 10.25-inch cast-iron skillet that can easily be used to make your favorite cornbread, delicious cobblers, hot dips for parties, and much more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
19 Mar. 2025
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Indulge in delicious cuisine and beverages, all while immersing yourself in the evening’s thrilling theme.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Demonstrating the rising talent of these teenagers, these shorts encompass thought-provoking scripts, breathtaking and delightful cinematography, rich stop-motion animation, and genre-pushing meditations.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
26 Mar. 2025
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Conclusion National Sloppy Joe Day on March 18 offers a delightful opportunity to indulge in this classic sandwich, whether in its traditional form or with a modern twist like cannabis infusion.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The keyboard itself is pleasant enough to type on, with moderate feedback while avoiding the squishy feel some budget systems have.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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From the point of view of Paul, Weiss, having to strike this arrangement wasn’t pleasant, but the price was tolerable.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Perhaps the most alluring part of the property, though, is the backyard, which is laced with greenery and hosts numerous alfresco vignettes ideal for a wealth of pleasurable pursuits.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
20 Mar. 2025
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Starting an hour earlier also makes the viewing experience more pleasurable.—
Alex Abad-Santos,
Vox,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Epicurean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epicurean. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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