cozinheiro
[ko-zi-ˈnhɛ-ru]
nounmasculinepl: cozinheiros
cook, chef
1. A person whose occupation is preparing and cooking food
The cook prepared a delicious meal for the restaurant.
O cozinheiro preparou uma refeição deliciosa para o restaurante.
2. A professional chef in a kitchen, especially in a restaurant or hotel
She is a skilled chef with years of experience in French cuisine.
Ela é uma cozinheira talentosa com anos de experiência em culinária francesa.
3. A person who cooks food at home for family meals
My mother is an excellent cook who loves preparing traditional dishes.
Minha mãe é uma excelente cozinheira que adora preparar pratos tradicionais.
In Brazilian culture, cozinheiros are highly respected, especially in the context of traditional regional cuisine. The term is used both for professional chefs in restaurants and for home cooks. Family cozinheiros, particularly mothers and grandmothers, hold a special place in Brazilian culture as keepers of traditional recipes and culinary heritage. The profession has gained significant prestige with the rise of celebrity chefs and cooking shows in Brazil.
Related Idioms & Phrases
cozinheiro de meia tigela (an unskilled or mediocre cook)
cozinheiro não faz milagres (even a good cook has limitations with poor ingredients)
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