as in gourmet
a person with refined tastes in food and wine a gastronomist and food historian who is very knowledgeable about Spanish cuisine

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Recent Examples of gastronomist This recipe, which Melissa Clark adapted from the molecular gastronomist Hervé This, forgoes the cream, eggs and hand mixers required by many mousses, prioritizing chocolate and chocolate alone. New York Times, 14 Feb. 2022 One of the first diets was introduced in the 1840s by a Presbyterian minister named Sylvester Graham, historic gastronomist Sarah Lohman told Live Science. Fiza Pirani, ajc, 10 July 2018 Imagine a food incubator in which budding molecular gastronomists, bakers, and cheesemakers learn from each other while perfecting their wares. Frei Brothers Sonoma Reserve, Bon Appetit, 2 Aug. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gastronomist
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Noun
  • Ever since, keen epicures had been ardently awaiting his next move.
    Sarah Khan, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
  • 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

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“Gastronomist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gastronomist. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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