Hospitality Industry

10 words in this vocabulary list

noun a professional cook, typically the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel

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  • The renowned chef prepared a five-course meal for the gala event.
  • The chef at that restaurant makes the best pasta in town.
  • I heard that new chef is really killing it in the kitchen.
  • As a chef of words, the poet carefully crafted each line of his masterpiece.

noun a type of railroad sleeping car designed and built by the Pullman Company

  • The Pullman car was known for its luxurious accommodations and attentive service.
  • We were lucky to get a spot in the Pullman car for our train journey.
  • That Pullman car is the fanciest ride on the tracks.
  • The Pullman car symbolized wealth and sophistication during its heyday.

adjective describing something that is typical of or suitable for tourists

  • The city council is working to balance the needs of tourists with the desire to avoid becoming too touristy.
  • I prefer to avoid the touristy areas and find hidden gems off the beaten path.
  • I'm not into all that touristy stuff - I like to do my own thing.
  • Her personality was like a touristy souvenir shop - flashy and shallow.

noun a person or thing that holds a candle

  • The elegant candleholder added a touch of sophistication to the dining table.
  • I found a cute candleholder at the thrift store for a bargain.
  • Check out this cool candleholder I snagged at the flea market.
  • The candleholder symbolized hope in the darkness of despair.

noun a person who visits or enters a place without an appointment or prior arrangement

adjective denoting a place or activity that is open for people to visit or participate in without an appointment or prior arrangement

  • The community center offers drop-in counseling services for those in need of immediate support.
  • Feel free to come by the office anytime for a drop-in chat with the team.
  • We're having a drop-in party at my place this weekend, so come by whenever you can!
  • The sudden drop-in temperature caught everyone off guard.

noun a Hawaiian feast or party, typically featuring food, drinks, and entertainment

  • The luau was a traditional Hawaiian feast to celebrate a special occasion.
  • I'm so excited for the luau party at the beach this weekend!
  • The luau last night was lit, the food was on point!
  • Attending the luau felt like being transported to a tropical paradise.

noun a non-alcoholic drink consisting of a mixture of fruit juices or other soft drinks

adjective describing a drink that mimics the appearance or flavors of a cocktail but does not contain alcohol

  • The event will offer a variety of non-alcoholic beverages, including a refreshing mocktail.
  • Let's grab a mocktail instead of a cocktail at the party.
  • I'm in the mood for a fancy mocktail tonight.
  • Her smile was as bright and bubbly as a tropical mocktail.

noun a type of tobacco mixed with molasses or honey and smoked in a hookah or water pipe

  • The restaurant offers a variety of shisha flavors for customers to enjoy.
  • Let's go grab some shisha at the hookah lounge.
  • I'm craving some shisha, let's hit up the shisha bar.
  • The smoke from the shisha danced in the air like a mystical fog.

noun a period of time outside of regular business hours

adjective occurring or done after the usual time for work or business

  • The office is closed after hours, so please refrain from coming in late.
  • Let's meet up after hours for a drink at the bar.
  • I heard there's a cool party happening after hours at that warehouse.
  • After hours, his true personality comes out and he becomes more relaxed and open.