special foods

Cuisine for occasions

Foods prepared or reserved for particular occasions, cultural traditions, or dietary needs.

Special foods mark holidays, religious observances, or celebrations: We only make tamales at Christmas.

The term also covers items requiring extra care in handling or preparation, or foods designated for specific health conditions: The hospital kitchen prepares special foods for patients with allergies.

Related

cuisine · feast · luxuries · rare · exotic · artisan · small batch · farm to table · homemade · seasonal · festive · holiday meal · indulgent · savory · decadent · celebration · banquet · handcrafted

Opposites
occasion/frequency

special foodsregular meals

staple foods · daily bread · pantry staples · standard fare

elaborateness/effort

special foodsconvenience food

Prepackaged, easy-prep nourishment

quick meals · fast food · microwave meals · ready meals · TV dinners

quality and distinction

special foodspeasant food

bland food

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G