Culinary Arts Glossary

noun a taste that remains in the mouth after food or drink has been swallowed

• The wine had a lingering aftertaste of oak and berries.
• That soda leaves a weird aftertaste in my mouth.
• I hate the aftertaste of that energy drink, it's gross.
• The aftertaste of betrayal lingered long after the friendship ended.

verb to moisten (meat) with drippings or seasoned liquid while cooking to add flavor and prevent drying out

• The chef demonstrated the proper technique to baste the turkey with pan juices.
• Make sure to baste the chicken with the marinade every 30 minutes for extra flavor.
• I always baste my ribs with BBQ sauce to keep them juicy on the grill.
• The speaker continued to baste his opponent with insults during the debate.

verb to mix or combine different elements together thoroughly

adjective having been mixed or combined together

• The artist used a blended technique to create a seamless transition between colors.
• I love smoothies that are blended with fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Let's go grab some blended drinks at the new juice bar in town.
• The team's diverse skills and backgrounds blended together perfectly to achieve success.

noun a small restaurant or coffeehouse where drinks and light meals are served

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• The cafe on the corner is known for its elegant decor and delicious pastries.
• Let's meet at the cafe down the street for a quick cup of coffee.
• I heard that new cafe is lit, we should check it out sometime.
• His mind was a cafe of thoughts, each table occupied by a different idea.

noun the quality of being rough or harsh in texture or manner

• The coarseness of the sandpaper was perfect for smoothing out the rough edges of the wood.
• I don't like the coarseness of this towel, it feels scratchy on my skin.
• The coarseness of her attitude was really off-putting.
• The coarseness of his language was a reflection of his lack of refinement.

noun sensitivity or tact in dealing with others

• The chef prepared a traditional French delicacy for the distinguished guests.
• I tried a new delicacy at the street food festival and it was amazing!
• Have you ever tasted that seafood delicacy? It's to die for!
• Her kindness towards others is a delicacy in today's world.

noun a formal evening meal, typically one in which guests are entertained

verb to eat dinner

• We will dine at the finest restaurant in town for our anniversary.
• Let's dine out tonight instead of cooking at home.
• I'm craving some good grub, let's go dine at that new spot.
• The idea of dining with the enemy makes me uneasy.

noun a formal evening meal, typically one in honor of a person or event

verb present participle of the verb 'dine', which means to eat dinner

• The hotel offers fine dining options for its guests.
• Let's go out for a nice dining experience tonight.
• I'm craving some fancy dining, let's hit up that new restaurant.
• The art of fine dining is like a symphony for the taste buds.

noun A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. There are no nouns in the phrase 'fine drawn'.

verb A verb is a word that expresses an action or state of being. 'Drawn' can also be a verb, but in this case, it is being used as an adjective.

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'fine' is an adjective that describes the noun 'drawn'.

• The artist's fine drawn sketches were displayed in the gallery.
• I love how detailed and fine drawn these illustrations are.
• Check out these fine drawn doodles, they're amazing!
• The plan was fine drawn, leaving no room for error.

noun a person who sells fish, especially as a retailer or street vendor

• The fishmonger at the market always has the freshest seafood available.
• I always go to the fishmonger down the street for my weekly fish supply.
• I heard that new fishmonger is the real deal, his prices are unbeatable.
• As a fishmonger of ideas, he always had a fresh perspective on things.

noun a twisting or spiraling movement or pattern

verb to move in a twisting or spiraling motion

• The artist carefully created a beautiful swirl pattern on the canvas.
• I love watching the colors swirl together in the paint mixing.
• The dance floor was lit with some serious swirls last night.
• Emotions can swirl around in your mind, making it hard to focus.

noun a variety of tasty and well-prepared dishes of food

• The banquet was filled with a variety of viands to satisfy the guests' appetites.
• The potluck had a great spread of viands for everyone to enjoy.
• I'm craving some tasty viands right now.
• Literature can be considered the viands for the soul, nourishing it with knowledge and wisdom.

noun a small dish served between courses or as a dessert in a French meal

• The entremet served at the banquet was a delicate and flavorful dessert.
• I can't wait to dig into that fancy entremet at the party tonight.
• That entremet was lit, I could eat it every day!
• The entremet of emotions in the novel left me feeling both satisfied and intrigued.

adjective of or relating to gastronomy or the art of good eating

adverb relating to gastronomy or the art of good eating

• The restaurant is known for its gastronomically pleasing dishes.
• I always enjoy trying new gastronomically exciting foods.
• This place serves up some seriously gastronomically bomb grub.
• Her writing style is gastronomically rich, filled with flavorful descriptions.

noun a skilled sushi chef in Japanese cuisine

• The itamae skillfully prepared the sushi with precision and expertise.
• I always look forward to the itamae's sushi rolls at my favorite restaurant.
• That itamae is the real deal when it comes to making sushi.
• In the kitchen, the head chef is like the itamae of the team, guiding and leading the other cooks.

noun a type of email that is not spam but is not a priority for the recipient

• The email inbox was flooded with bacn, making it difficult to find important messages.
• I keep getting so much bacn in my email, it's annoying!
• I hate all the bacn cluttering up my inbox.
• Dealing with all this bacn is like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

noun A colloquial term for jumping or leap

verb To jump or leap quickly and energetically

• The athlete made a jamp over the hurdle with ease.
• I saw him jamp over the fence to get to the other side.
• She totally jamped her way through the crowd to get to the front of the line.
• His heart jamped with excitement as he opened the gift.

adjective lowered or depressed in position or condition

• The artist abaissé the brightness of the painting to create a more subdued atmosphere.
• She abaissé the volume on the TV so we could talk without shouting.
• I abaissé my expectations for the party after hearing the guest list.
• The defeat abaissé his spirits and left him feeling despondent.

verb to convert into vinegar or make sour

adjective having undergone the process of acetification

• The vinegar was acetified through a natural fermentation process.
• I accidentally acetified the wine by leaving it out for too long.
• I heard that if you acetify the juice, it tastes even better.
• His anger slowly acetified into resentment over time.

noun egg - an oval or round object laid by a female bird, reptile, fish, or invertebrate, usually containing a developing embryo

• The scientist conducted an experiment using an acid egg to test its reaction with different substances.
• I heard that acid eggs are used in chemistry labs for experiments.
• Don't mess with that acid egg, it's dangerous!
• Her words were like an acid egg, burning through his defenses and leaving him vulnerable.