CultureAugust 9, 2026

gastronomic

gas-truh-NAH-mik

Definition

Relating to the practice or art of choosing, cooking, and eating good food.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'gaster' meaning 'stomach' and 'nomos' meaning 'law' or 'management,' originally referring to the art of managing one's diet.

In the news

The word describes the high-end dining experiences at Chablé Maroma, emphasizing that the resort views food as an essential, refined element of travel.

Chablé Maroma Elevates Culinary Tourism with Vino y Sabores Dinners

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