Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Food and Drinks

the amount of food that remains uneaten after a meal and is typically saved for later consumption

food prepared or cooked in a specific manner

the feeling of wanting food

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

a small fruit with a seed inside a hard shell that grows on some trees

a plant with seeds, leaves, or flowers used for cooking or medicine, such as mint and parsley

a place where bread and cakes are made and often sold

‌sweet food eaten after the main dish

a substance or mixture added to food to enhance its flavor, typically consisting of herbs, spices and salt

milk and milk products that are produced by mammals such as cows, goats, and sheep collectively

a substance present in coffee or tea that makes one's brain more active

an Italian food that is a mixture of flour, water, and at times eggs formed it into different shapes, typically eaten with a sauce when cooked

someone who does not consume or use anything that is produced from animals, such as meat, milk, or eggs

a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances

related to foods that have not been exposed to heat or any form of cooking

(of food) recently harvested, caught, or made

(of food) having a lot of liquid and tasting fresh or flavorful

containing a high amount of fat, sugar, or other indulgent ingredients

(of food) containing substances that are good for the growth and health of the body

(of fruit or crop) fully developed and ready for consumption

not ready to be harvested or consumed yet

(of food) flavored with spices, herbs, or other ingredients to improve its taste and smell

having been made at home, rather than in a factory or store, especially referring to food

safe or suitable for consumption as food

(of food) easy to chew or cut

describing drink that contains a large amount of a substance (like alcohol, caffeine, or flavor)