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Glossary: gourmet
1. One of discriminating palate; a connoisseur of fine food and drink. See also epicure; gastronome; glutton; gourmand. 2. Gourmet food is that which is of the highest quality, perfectly prepared and artfully presented. 3. A gourmet restaurant is one that serves well-prepared, high-quality food.
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