gourmet
[ goor-MAY ]
1. One of discriminating palate; a connoisseur of fine food and drink. 2. Gourmet food is that which is ofthe highest quality, perfectly prepared and artfully presented. 3. A gourmet restaurant is one that serves well-prepared, high-qualityfood.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.