Talking about Food and Drinks: English Vocabulary List

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

"A wholefood diet means eating food that is not processed at all."

"Switching to a wholefood diet helped her feel more energetic and focused every day."

a dish of small amount eaten before the main part of a meal, originated in Italy

"The antipasto had olives"

"We enjoyed a delicious antipasto of cured meats, marinated vegetables, and fresh bread."

a light refreshment or snack, typically enjoyed around 11 a.m., often consisting of tea or coffee accompanied by biscuits, pastries, or similar small treats

"We had tea and biscuits for elevenses at eleven o'clock sharp."

"Elevenses is a light British mid-morning snack of tea or coffee and a pastry"

a junior chef learning and assisting in the kitchen under experienced chefs

"The commis chef prepared the vegetables."

"The commis chef assisted the head chef by chopping vegetables and preparing basic ingredients before the main cooking began."

an occasion when a person drinks or eats excessively

"A weekend food binge."

"After a stressful week at work, she decided to treat herself to a chocolate binge."

a type of diet in which one avoids eating processed food to become healthier

"Clean eating means eating only fresh"

"Clean eating has become popular among people who want to improve their overall health."

a combination of either pickles, vegetables, spices, and herbs, that is used as condiment

"Mango chutney is a sweet and spicy sauce served with curry."

"Chutney is a spicy condiment of Indian origin made from chopped fruits or vegetables slow-cooked with vinegar"

someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

"He is a gourmet."

"She is a true gourmet, always seeking out the finest culinary experiences."

a cooking method that involves exposing food to heat, often over a fire or under a grill

"Broiling chicken for dinner."

"The chef recommended the broiling method for achieving a perfectly crispy exterior on the fish."

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

"I love culinary arts."

"The culinary school taught students how to prepare gourmet meals using fresh ingredients and advanced techniques like sous vide cooking and molecular gastronomy."