Ambrosia
(noun)
- The food or drink of the gods in Greek and Roman mythology, believed to confer immortality.
- Something with an exquisite taste or aroma; delicacy.
Origin:
Late 16th century, from latin ambrosia, from greek ambrosia, from ambrotos (immortal).
Examples:
- The gods ate ambrosia and drank nectar to maintain their immortality.
- The chef's signature dish was an ambrosia of flavors.
- The ambrosia salad is a favorite at potluck dinners.
- The wine had a bouquet of ambrosia.
- This dessert is an ambrosia for the taste buds.