Lingo

Food and Restaurant

39 Words

20m

kosher
1.
ko
sher
Adjective

(of food) prepared according to Jewish law

The meat served at the kosher deli adheres to strict Jewish dietary laws.

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halal
2.
ha
lal
Adjective

(of food) prepared according to Islamic law

She only eats halal meat from the local butcher.

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edible
3.
e
di
ble
Noun

a substance that is safe and suitable for consumption as food

The chef displayed several edibles on the table.

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culinary
4.
cu
li
na
ry
Adjective

having to do with the preparation, cooking, or presentation of food

She enrolled in a culinary school to learn professional cooking techniques.

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regimen
5.
re
gi
men
Noun

a set of instructions given to someone regarding what they should eat or do to maintain or restore their health

After consulting her nutritionist, she began a new dietary regimen to boost her metabolism.

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texture
6.
tex
ture
Noun

the way that a certain type of food feels in one's mouth, whether it is hard, smooth, etc.

The texture of the cake was light and fluffy.

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tender
7.
ten
der
Adjective

caring and compassionate toward others

She's a tender person, always showing kindness and empathy towards those in need.

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full-bodied
8.
full
bo
died
Adjective

(of drinks) having a rich and intense flavor

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veggie
9.
ve
ggie
Noun

a plant or part of a plant that is eaten as food

I ordered a side of steamed veggies with my dinner.

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crusty
10.
crus
ty
Adjective

(of food) having a hard or crisp covering or outer layer

The bread had a crusty exterior and a soft, fluffy interior.

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starchy
11.
star
chy
Adjective

(of food) containing starch in large amounts

The starchy potatoes were mashed into a creamy side dish.

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pungent
12.
pun
gent
Adjective

having a strong, sharp smell or taste that can be overpowering and somewhat unpleasant

The pungent aroma of onions made her eyes water as she chopped them.

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wholesome
13.
whole
some
Adjective

having qualities that promote good health and well-being

The wholesome habits of staying hydrated and managing stress played a key role in her overall wellness.

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whole
food
Noun

food that contains little or no artificial substance and is considered healthy

In her quest for a healthier lifestyle, she replaced processed snacks with whole foods like fruits, nuts, and vegetables.

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oatmeal
15.
oat
meal
Noun

a thick, soft food from ground oats, eaten usually for breakfast

He likes to add a dollop of peanut butter to his oatmeal for a protein boost.

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wheat
meal
Noun

an unbleached flour that is made by grinding whole grains of wheat

I packed a nutritious wheatmeal sandwich for lunch, filling it with lean protein, crisp vegetables, and a spread of creamy avocado.

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yeast
17.
yeast
Noun

a type of fungus capable of converting sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide, used in making alcoholic drinks and bread swell

Adding a teaspoon of yeast to the pizza dough will help it rise and become fluffy.

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starch
18.
starch
Noun

a white carbohydrate food substance that exists in flour, potatoes, rice, etc.

Rice is a good source of starch and pairs well with stir-fried vegetables.

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hors d'oeuvre
Noun

a small dish served before the main course as an appetizer

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aperitif
20.
a
pe
ri
tif
Noun

a drink, particularly alcoholic, consumed before a meal to stimulate one's appetite

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stew
21.
stew
Noun

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

She simmered a hearty beef stew on the stove, filling the kitchen with mouthwatering aromas.

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broil
22.
broil
Verb

to cook food, especially meat or fish, under or over direct heat

Broil the salmon fillets in the oven until they are golden and crispy on top.

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poach
23.
poach
Verb

to illegally hunt, catch, or fish on another person's property or in prohibited areas

The authorities apprehended a group of individuals who were attempting to poach endangered species in the wildlife sanctuary.

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garnish
24.
gar
nish
Noun

a decorative or flavorful element added to a dish to enhance its visual appeal or taste.

The dessert was beautifully presented with a garnish of chocolate shavings on top.

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season
25.
sea
son
Noun

a period of time that a year is divided into, such as winter and summer, with each having three months

During the spring season, my son enjoys swimming in the pool.

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ma
ri
nade
Noun

a mixtures of oil, spices, vinegar or wine in which food, especially meat or fish, is left to become softer or be flavored before cooking

They let the steak sit in the marinade overnight to enhance its tenderness and flavor.

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dice
27.
dice
Noun

a small cube used in games of chance with six sides each having one to six spots representing numbers

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28.
ju
lienne
Noun

a vegetable cut into thin strips (usually used as a garnish)

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saute
29.
sau
te
Verb

to quickly fry food in a small amount of hot oil

Saute the onions and garlic in olive oil until they are soft and fragrant.

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grind
30.
grind
Verb

to crush something into small particles by rubbing or pressing it against a hard surface

She had to grind the coffee beans before brewing her morning coffee.

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knead
31.
knead
Verb

to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands

The baker had to knead the bread dough to develop its elasticity.

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mash
32.
mash
Verb

to crush food into a soft mass

She mashed the boiled potatoes with a fork to make creamy mashed potatoes for dinner.

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defrost
33.
de
frost
Verb

to cause something frozen become warmer to melt away the ice or frost

She uses the microwave to defrost frozen vegetables quickly.

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scramble
34.
scram
ble
Verb

to ascend or move clumsily up a steep surface, using both hands and feet for support

As the hikers reached the rocky peak, they had to scramble to conquer the last few meters.

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dine out
35.
dine out
Verb

to have dinner in a restaurant or at someone else's home

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ro
ti
sse
rie
Noun

a restaurant that specializes in barbecued or roasted meat

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doggy bag
Noun

a bag for taking home one's leftover food in a restaurant

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hotplate
38.
hot
plate
Noun

a small appliance with a metal or ceramic surface used for cooking or reheating food

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maitre d'hotel
Noun

someone who is in charge of the waiters and waitresses of a restaurant

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