Food and Drinks

to eat greedily and in large quantities

After fasting all day, she decided to gorge on a hearty meal at the buffet, savoring each dish.

to eat snacks or light meals

In between meals, the office workers often gather to nosh on snacks from the communal kitchen.

to make someone comfortable in bed, typically by arranging the sheets and blankets around them

She tucked the child in and kissed him goodnight.

to consume or absorb liquids, especially beverages

During the celebration, guests were eager to imbibe the sparkling champagne in toast of the special occasion.

to crush or grind something loudly and noisily with the teeth

He crunched the potato chips loudly during the movie.

a big and wild animal from the same family as dogs that hunts for food in groups

The gray wolf, known for its distinctive howls, is a symbol of the wild.

to drink something in one large gulp or swallow

The exhausted hiker paused to swig from the canteen, quenching his thirst on the trail.

to consume a liquid or soft substance with enthusiasm, often using the tongue, as in the manner of an animal drinking or eating

The kitten eagerly lapped up the bowl of milk, enjoying every drop with enthusiasm.

to consume a beverage, usually a carbonated or alcoholic one, quickly and in large gulps

Thirsty after the game, he decided to chug a cold bottle of water.

to chew or bite down on something with a strong, audible, and repeated motion

The hungry toddler couldn't wait to chomp the crunchy apple, revealing a toothy grin with each bite.

to drink a large quantity of a liquid in a hearty, enthusiastic manner

After winning the championship, the athletes gathered to quaff celebratory drinks from the trophy.

to consume a drink or liquid food

She sat by the fireplace, quietly supping on a cup of hot tea to warm herself on the chilly evening.

to drink something, especially an alcoholic beverage, enthusiastically, and in large quantities

Thirsty after the game, he proceeded to guzzle a whole bottle of water.

to quickly and often carelessly consume large amounts of liquid, particularly alcoholic drinks

After the victory, they decided to swill celebratory champagne.

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

I created a unique avocado chutney, blending the creamy fruit with lime juice, cilantro, and jalapenos.

an occasion when a person drinks or eats excessively

Her weekend binges on junk food left her feeling guilty and sluggish on Monday mornings.

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

As a commis in the restaurant, he started his culinary career by learning basic kitchen techniques and assisting the chefs.

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

The restaurant served a delightful antipasto platter, featuring an array of cured meats, cheeses, and marinated vegetables.

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.

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

Clean eating involves consuming whole, minimally processed foods and avoiding refined sugars and artificial additives.

a storage room for alcoholic beverages, primarily wine and ale, and sometimes provisions, including food

The medieval castle featured a dimly lit buttery where casks of wine and ale were stored.

tasting or smelling very good

The chocolate truffles were absolutely delectable, melting in my mouth.

a person who takes pleasure in refined, often sensual, enjoyment, especially in food and drink

He was an epicurean who traveled the world to sample the finest cuisines.

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

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

extremely tasty and satisfying to eat

She prepared a scrumptious dinner with roasted vegetables and tender grilled chicken.

an amount of money charged by a restaurant for drinking a wine that was bought from somewhere else by the customer

The restaurant allows you to bring your own wine, but they charge a corkage fee of $15 per bottle.