gastronomía
gastronomy
noun gahs-troh-noh-MEE-ah Rare
Origin: from Greek gastronomia, from gaster (stomach) + nomos (law, rule)
Also means
culinary arts
Usage Note
Gastronomía refers to the art and culture of fine food, not just cooking technique. Spanish speakers often use it in tourism and cultural contexts: la gastronomía española encompasses tapas, paella, pintxos, and regional cuisines. The related adjective is gastronómico, as in experiencia gastronómica.
Examples
"La gastronomía vasca es famosa en todo el mundo."
Natural Translation
Basque gastronomy is famous throughout the world.

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