gourmet

noun
  1. A person who enjoys and knows a lot about good food and wine. noun
    As a gourmet, she could distinguish the subtle differences between the wines.
    He considered himself a gourmet and spent his weekends exploring new restaurants.
  2. Relating to high-quality or exotic food and drink, often involving elaborate preparation. adjective
    The restaurant is known for its gourmet dishes that attract food enthusiasts from all over the city.
    They prepared a gourmet meal for their guests, featuring truffle risotto and lobster bisque.