epicurean

Definition

Pursuing pleasure, especially in reference to food or comfort.

Etymology

From Epicurean (“follower of Epicureanism”).

Example Sentences

• "The powers of the Canadian voyageurs and hunters in the consumption of meat strike the greenhorn with wonder and astonishment; and are only equalled by the gastronomical capabilities exhibited by Indian dogs, both following the same plan in their epicurean gorgings."
• "Though a list of the great writers contain all the constituents of an Epicurean feast, yet to most of us it resembles the menu of a Gargantuan banquet."