Epicure (noun)

  1. A person who is fond of good food and drink.
  2. A person with refined taste in food and drink.
  3. 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:

  1. The restaurant was a favorite of epicures and food lovers alike.
  2. He was an epicure who appreciated the finer things in life.
  3. Her love for good food and wine made her a true epicure.
  4. The epicure was delighted by the delicious meal and fine wine.
  5. The epicurean society was dedicated to promoting good food, fine wine, and the good life.
Some random words: hard-edged, actress, crate