foodies

noun

Definition of foodiesnext
plural of foodie
as in dilettanti
informal a person who enjoys and cares about food very much The restaurant is very popular among foodies.

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Recent Examples of foodies For foodies, the resort of Alta Badia has one Michelin star for each of its 172 residents. — Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 The list contains a wealth of information for travelers in search of authentic activities on their next trip—and for foodies like us, there's no better way to learn about the culture of a new destination than by trying traditional dishes and drinks. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024 His tasting menus spotlight the bounty of this land and attract foodies from across the world eager to experience his one-man show. — Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024

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“Foodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foodies. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.

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