as in gourmet
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
Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Or the rise of foodie culture, accelerated by Bon Appétit’s once-beloved YouTube channel that encouraged my generation to strive for epicurean flare at home.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 13 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
Additionally, Hong has created incarnations of longtime Delmonico’s dishes that are claimed to be their epicurean inventions.
—Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Or the rise of foodie culture, accelerated by Bon Appétit’s once-beloved YouTube channel that encouraged my generation to strive for epicurean flare at home.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for epicurean
Adjective
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Reviewers praise the smooth, luxurious feel of this comforter.—
Jamie Ballard,
Allure,
18 Apr. 2025
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Hotel Del Salto, originally a luxurious residence, became a hotel in 1928 to cater to the Colombian elite visiting Tequendama Falls.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 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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People engaged with distillery representatives and enjoyed live music from Mad Hatter Band while indulging in mouthwatering cuisine and delectable treats from House of BBQ & Bacon and NoRA Cupcake Company.—
Mark Maglio,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
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Then there's The Reform Club, located a quick walk from Amagansett Square (and the delectable Wölffer Kitchen).—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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After sampling a few local cheeses, visiting gastronomes can embark on an in-depth immersion into the region’s dairy industry with a trip to Ecoagroturismo Arqueixal, a small-scale operation that provides ample insight into the Galicia of yore.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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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
Adjective
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The scents are delicious without ever smelling overbearing, the burn times are on point, and the candle jars blend in as pretty decor in any room.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2025
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Grilling is a simple and delicious way to enjoy proteins and veggies, but there’s ways to make that grilling experience bigger and bolder, and add a lot of flavor.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Over the years the parade has grown from watching the show in one’s carriage to a fantastical showing of DIY (do-it-yourself) towering bonnets, hats, baskets and delightful spring fashion — wearers introducing an enchanting array of spring fashion colors to shed the feeling of the long winter days.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
18 Apr. 2025
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Years: 2023-present Length: 2 seasons, 23 episodes Creators: Lee Gant, Christine Rose The biggest new reality TV hit of 2023 so far is this gem of a competition show with a delightful hosting job by Alan Cumming.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Most of the week should be pleasant in the Baltimore area, with temperatures hovering in the upper 70s and low 80s before a chance of showers into the weekend.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Apr. 2025
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On bord, the Norse flight attendants were pleasant and service was frequent.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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That the 14-1 Baeza, and not Citizen Bull, who ran fourth, would be the man Journalism had to beat in the last furlong was arguably the race’s bigger surprise, and that surprise was pleasurable for those clubby few who had backed or boxed him.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Historically, Mike White doesn’t start killing off cast members until the night before check-out, but perhaps the patterns that once proved pleasurable are ready to be interrupted.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Epicurean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epicurean. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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