Epicure
(noun)
- A person who is fond of good food and drink.
- A person with refined taste in food and drink.
- A person who seeks pleasure in life, especially from fine food and drink.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from french épicurien, via latin from greek epikouros, from epi "at" + kouros "youth" (referring to a follower of epicurus, who taught that pleasure was the chief good in life).
Examples:
- The restaurant was a favorite of epicures and food lovers alike.
- He was an epicure who appreciated the finer things in life.
- Her love for good food and wine made her a true epicure.
- The epicure was delighted by the delicious meal and fine wine.
- The epicurean society was dedicated to promoting good food, fine wine, and the good life.