C2 Level Wordlist - Food and Drinks

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Food and Drinks, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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C2 Level Wordlist
to gorge [verb]

to eat greedily and in large quantities

Ex: As the barbecue smoke wafted through the air , friends eagerly gathered to gorge on grilled burgers and ribs .

to eat with enthusiasm and hearty appetite

Ex: As the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafted through the kitchen , the kids could n't resist the temptation to tuck in and enjoy the sweet treats .

to consume or absorb liquids, especially beverages

Ex: As part of the wine tour , participants had the opportunity to imbibe a variety of exquisite vintages .

to crush or grind something loudly and noisily with the teeth

Ex: The dog crunched the biscuit eagerly .
to wolf [verb]

to eat something quickly and voraciously

Ex: When the buffet opened , hungry attendees began to wolf the delicious spread of international cuisines .
to swig [verb]

to drink something in one large gulp or swallow

Ex: The celebratory toast prompted everyone to swig champagne in joyous unison .

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

Ex: The dog joyfully lapped up the gravy from its food bowl , wagging its tail in contentment .
to chug [verb]

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

Ex: She challenged her friends to see who could chug a can of soda the fastest .
to chomp [verb]

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

Ex: The enthusiastic eater could n't resist the temptation to chomp the juicy watermelon slices at the summer picnic .
to quaff [verb]

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

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to sup [verb]

to consume a drink or liquid food

Ex: The child happily supped on a glass of milk while listening to bedtime stories .

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

Ex: At the celebration , they began to guzzle champagne in high spirits .
to swill [verb]

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

Ex: He continued to swill beer throughout the evening , unaware of his alcohol intake .
chutney [noun]

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

Ex: The mango chutney served with the curry added a tangy sweetness to the dish .
binge [noun]

an occasion when a person drinks or eats excessively

Ex: He struggled with alcohol addiction and often went on binges that lasted for days .
commis [noun]

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

Ex: She was promoted from commis to line cook after demonstrating skill and dedication in the kitchen .

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

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

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

Ex: Clean eating promotes a balanced diet that supports overall health and well-being , emphasizing nutrient-dense foods over empty calories .
buttery [noun]

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

Ex: Monasteries often had a buttery for the storage and distribution of ale among the monks .
delectable [adjective]

tasting or smelling very good

Ex: The delectable aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen .
epicurean [adjective]

relating to enjoyment of luxuries, especially through delicious food and drink

Ex: The resort offered epicurean dining options with gourmet meals made from locally-sourced ingredients .
culinary [adjective]

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

Ex: They attended a culinary festival showcasing dishes from around the world .
scrumptious [adjective]

extremely tasty and satisfying to eat

Ex: The picnic included a scrumptious assortment of sandwiches , salads , and fruit .
corkage [noun]

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

Ex: The hotel 's policy on corkage was clearly stated : no outside alcohol allowed without a prior arrangement and an additional fee .