gourmetism

Etymology

From gourmet + -ism.

gourmetism means the habits and attitudes of gourmets; a love of fine food. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 85 out of 100.

noun

The habits and attitudes of gourmets; a love of fine food.“In our times of popular gourmetism, the Anaheim chili is easy to find year round in the supermarket, but the poblano remains seasonal in spring and fall.”