C1 Level Wordlist - Dishes and Dinning

Here you will learn some English words about dishes and dinning, such as "diner", "greasy", "entrée", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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gastronomy [noun]

the art, science, or activity of exploring how to prepare and eat good food

Ex: His passion for gastronomy led him to study culinary arts at a prestigious institute .

bistro [noun]

a small restaurant that is not expensive

Ex: The local bistro is known for its warm atmosphere and friendly service .

confectionery [noun]

a store where chocolate, sweets, etc. are sold

Ex: The confectionery was decorated with colorful displays of candies and sugary treats .

diner [noun]

a small restaurant

Ex: The local diner is a favorite gathering spot for the community , especially on weekends .

drive-through [noun]

a service where one can shop or do business without leaving one's vehicle, such as fast-food restaurants, pharmacies, etc.

Ex: They love the convenience of the pharmacy 's drive-through for picking up prescriptions .

food court [noun]

an area in a public place such as a shopping mall, etc. where multiple small restaurants are located

Ex: Each vendor in the food court had something unique , from sushi to pizza to falafel .

cholesterol [noun]

a substance high in fat and found in blood and most body tissues, a high amount of which correlates with an increased risk of heart disease

Ex: Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help maintain healthy cholesterol levels .

greasy [adjective]

(of food) containing or cooked in a lot of oil

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oily [adjective]

(of food) containing a lot of oil

Ex: The stir-fried vegetables were a bit oily but still flavorful and crisp .

savory [adjective]

pleasing or agreeable to the sense of taste

Ex: The savory stew , rich with vegetables and tender beef , was the perfect comfort food for a cold evening .

stale [adjective]

(of food, particularly cake and bread) not fresh anymore, due to exposure to air or prolonged storage

Ex: The cookies tasted stale , indicating they had been left uncovered for too long .

tasteless [adjective]

lacking flavor or an interesting taste

Ex: He found the tasteless protein shake to be difficult to drink without gagging .

tender [adjective]

(of food) easy to chew or cut

Ex: The braised lamb shanks were incredibly tender , falling off the bone with ease .

yummy [adjective]

tasting very good

Ex: The ice cream shop offered a variety of yummy flavors to choose from .

self-service [adjective]

(of a restaurant, store, etc.) providing customers with the chance to serve themselves and then pay for it

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appetizer [noun]

a small dish that is eaten before the main part of a meal

Ex: She ordered a variety of appetizers , including shrimp cocktail and stuffed mushrooms , to share with the table .

entree [noun]

the main segment of a meal

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specialty [noun]

a type of food or drink or other product that a place is known for because it is delivered in high quality

Ex: They proudly serve their specialty coffee , sourced from small farms in South America .

a la carte [noun]

a menu in which each dish has a separate price

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gourmet [noun]

someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

Ex: He became a gourmet after studying culinary arts and working in top restaurants .

regular [noun]

a person who buys something from a place or visits it very often

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burrito [noun]

a dish of a tortilla wrapped around a mixture of ground meat or beans, originated in Mexico

Ex: He prefers his burrito spicy , so he asked for extra jalapeños .

caviar [noun]

the preserved eggs of some fish, especially one called sturgeon, eaten as food, which is considered a very expensive dish

Ex: They visited a seafood market and purchased a small tin of caviar .

schnitzel [noun]

a thin slice of meat that is coated with breadcrumbs and then fried

Ex: The schnitzel was served hot and crispy , topped with lemon wedges for extra flavor .

spring roll [noun]

a dish that consists of a pancake that is filled with vegetables and sometimes meat and then fried until crispy, originated in China

Ex: She learned how to make homemade spring rolls from her grandmother 's recipe .

sushi [noun]

a dish of small rolls or balls of cold cooked rice flavored with vinegar and garnished with raw fish or vegetables, originated in Japan

Ex: They ordered a platter of sushi to share , including California rolls and spicy tuna rolls .

taco [noun]

a dish that consists of a folded tortilla filled with ground meat, beans, etc., originated in Mexico

Ex: She prefers fish tacos with a squeeze of lime and a drizzle of creamy chipotle sauce .

port [noun]

a type of dark-red wine with a sweet taste, originated in Portugal

Ex: The port , with its rich flavors of plum and chocolate , complemented the decadent chocolate cake perfectly .

to [wine] and [dine] [phrase]

to entertain someone with generous or luxurious food and drink

Ex: They wined and dined the visiting officials all evening .

ale [noun]

a type of beer that is dark in color and does not contain bubbles

Ex: They sampled a variety of ales at the beer festival , from pale ales to stouts .

pina colada [noun]

a drink made with pineapple, coconut, and rum

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frappe [noun]

a drink served with a lot of small pieces of ice

Ex: He prefers his frappe blended until smooth with just a hint of sweetness .

pilsner [noun]

a type of light beer, flavored with hops

Ex: They brewed their own pilsner using traditional Czech methods for a clean and balanced taste .

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