IELTS Académique (Band 8 et Plus) - Nourriture et boissons

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

aliment complet

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

antipasti

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

le petit en-cas de 11 heures, la collation de 11 heures

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

commis, commis de cuisine

a cooking technique that involves slow cooking meat in fat at a low temperature, resulting in tender and flavorful meat

confit

an occasion when a person drinks or eats excessively

gueuleton

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

manger sainement

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

chutney, confiture épicée

someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

gourmet

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

cave à vins, cellier

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

gril, braisage

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

culinaire