Meaning of "Foodie"
Someone with a refined palate
"I usually pick restaurants with a friend who has a great palate, and we never have a bad experience."
Related slang words
If it tastes good, it’s zero caloriesA phrase that packages food cravings as a joke, used to comfort and rationalize oneself by making it seem as though eating it has no caloriesCommon peopleThis refers to food items such as chocolate or desserts that have a minty aroma (or mint flavor). At the same time, it describes a flavor that tends to be a matter of personal preference due to mint’s distinctive, strong aroma.Sugar rushThis refers to the practice of eating sweet foods like chocolate or candy to temporarily boost one’s energy when feeling tired or sluggish.Ban Min-choThis is a sarcastic term used to describe people who dislike or refuse to use mint chocolate (mincho) flavor, claiming it tastes like toothpaste.Blood maras concentrationThis refers to a state in which the spiciness and numbing sensation of mala accumulate repeatedly, exerting a powerful effect on both body and mind, much like the concentration of a specific substance in the blood.OmakaseA type of fine dining where guests entrust the chef with the entire menu and course selection, enjoy the dishes served in sequence, and experience attentive serviceImokaseThis is a multi-course meal served at markets or traditional eateries, where the owner (often a middle-aged woman) prepares a generous spread on the spot using whatever ingredients are available that day, rather than following a set menu.Chicken and beerAn abbreviation for "chicken and beer," referring to a cultural gathering where people typically enjoy these together during late-night snacks or company dinners