Gourmet Cuisine Terminology

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a small appetizer or hors d'oeuvre typically served before a meal to stimulate the appetite

  • The amuse-bouche was a delightful start to the fine dining experience.
  • I always look forward to the little appetizer, or as they call it, the amuse-bouche.
  • That tiny taste of soup was like a bougie amuse-bouche.
  • The opening act of the concert was like an amuse-bouche for the main event.

noun a type of food

  • The chef prepared a delicious beef Wellington for the guests at the formal dinner party.
  • I tried making beef Wellington for the first time and it turned out pretty good!
  • I'm craving some beef Wellington, that dish is so fancy and tasty.
  • His speech was like a perfectly cooked beef Wellington, rich in flavor and satisfying to the audience.