Non-culinaire

The adjective 'non-culinaire' (pronounced non-ku-li-NAYR) describes something that is not related to or characteristic of cooking, the culinary arts, or food preparation. It encompasses aspects outside the realm of creating or appreciating food, including the processes, techniques, and sensory experiences involved in cooking. 'Non-culinaire' can refer to concepts, objects, activities, or situations that fall outside of this specific domain. It emphasizes a contrast or absence of connection to the culinary world. It highlights items or procedures not generally employed in food preparation or involved with it.

Non-culinaire meaning with examples

• The team was analyzing the non-culinaire aspects of the restaurant's marketing strategy, focusing on website design and customer service protocols to enhance their overall dining experience and improve customer retention without changing any menus or food offers and increasing the appeal of the restaurants and their ambiance.
• The presentation outlined non-culinaire applications of fermentation, such as its use in industrial processes to produce biofuels or in the study of microbial communities, differentiating these applications from its culinary use in creating foods like kimchi or sourdough bread and their health benefits.
• When examining the financial performance, the study excluded non-culinaire expenses, such as rent and utilities, to isolate the direct costs associated with food and beverage and their profit margin, allowing them to focus on ingredient costs and labor in relation to food and beverage sales.
• The educational program included non-culinaire subjects such as mathematics and science, designed to complement and support the vocational culinary training, equipping students with a broad skillset applicable to various career paths in the field.
• She explored non-culinaire ways to improve the garden's yield such as soil testing and plant disease management. By focusing on this she was able to boost the production of herbs and vegetables without altering her cooking practices or any use of the harvests.