Food Names

When learning English, knowing the names of different foods is important for many reasons. If you are in a restaurant, you need to read the menu and ask for specific foods. This is especially crucial if you have allergies that you need to mention.

Talking about food is also key in social settings, like dinner parties, where you may be asked about your food preferences. There are many reasons to learn English food names, and this reference will help you do just that.

Food Names

Food Names
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Food is a nutritious substance eaten by both humans and animals. Typically, a person would eat three meals a day, breakfast, lunch and dinner, as their main food choices and then also consume various small snacks throughout the day as well.

Common Names of Foods in English

  • Cheese
  • Egg
  • Butter
  • Margarine
  • Yogurt
  • Cottage cheese
  • Ice cream
  • Cream
  • Sandwich
  • Sausage
  • Hamburger
  • Hot dog
  • Bread
  • Pizza
  • Steak
  • Roast chicken
  • Fish
  • Seafood
  • Ham
  • Kebab
  • Bacon
  • Sour cream

Food Names with Pictures and Examples

Learn food vocabulary words with pictures and examples to improve your English. These food words illustrated with interesting images help English learners, especially children learn and remember the food names better.

Cheese

Cheese is a dairy product made from milk. It can be produced from various types of milk, such as cow, goat, and sheep. Cheese can be eaten on its own or used as an ingredient in various dishes.

  • Example: I love to eat cheese with crackers as a snack.

Cheese

Egg

An egg is a reproductive structure produced by female animals, typically containing an embryo.

  • Example: I had a boiled egg for breakfast this morning.

Egg

Butter

Butter is a dairy product made from milk or cream, typically used as a spread or for cooking and baking.

  • Example: I spread some butter on my toast for breakfast.

 

Butter

Margarine

Margarine is a spread made from vegetable oils that are solidified through a process called hydrogenation. It is commonly used as a substitute for butter.

  • Example: I spread margarine on my toast instead of butter because it is lower in saturated fat.

 

Margarine

Yogurt

Yogurt is a dairy product made by fermenting milk with live bacteria cultures. It is often consumed as a healthy snack or used as an ingredient in cooking and baking.

  • Example: I like to add fresh fruit to my yogurt for a nutritious and delicious breakfast.

 

Yogurt

Cottage cheese

Cottage cheese is a type of cheese that is made from the curds of cow’s milk. It has a slightly tangy flavor and a creamy texture, and is often used in salads, dips, and as a topping for baked potatoes.

  • Example: I like to mix cottage cheese with diced tomatoes and cucumbers for a refreshing summer salad.

 

Cottage cheese

Ice cream

Ice cream is a frozen dessert made from milk, cream, sugar, and flavorings. It comes in many different flavors and is often served in a cone or a bowl.

  • Example: On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a scoop of chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream.

 

Ice cream

Cream

Cream is a dairy product that is made by separating the fat from milk. It has a rich, smooth texture and is often used as a topping for desserts or as an ingredient in sauces and soups.

  • Example: I like to whip up some fresh cream and serve it with sliced strawberries for a delicious and simple dessert.

 

Cream

Sandwich

A sandwich is a food item made by placing fillings between two slices of bread. It can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as meat, cheese, vegetables, and spreads.

  • Example: For lunch today, I made a turkey and avocado sandwich with lettuce and tomato on whole wheat bread.

 

Sandwich

Sausage

Sausage is a type of meat product that is made by grinding meat, mixing it with spices and other ingredients, and stuffing it into a casing. It can be cooked in a variety of ways, including grilling, frying, or baking.

  • Example: I like to grill sausages and serve them with peppers and onions for a flavorful and easy summer dinner.

 

Sausage

Hamburger

A hamburger is a type of sandwich made by placing a cooked beef patty between two buns. It can be customized with various toppings, such as cheese, lettuce, tomato, and condiments like ketchup or mustard.

  • Example: I ordered a classic hamburger with cheese, lettuce, and tomato for lunch at the diner.

 

Hamburger

Hot dog

A hot dog is a type of sausage that is typically served on a bun. It is often grilled or boiled and can be topped with condiments like ketchup, mustard, and relish.

  • Example: At the baseball game, I enjoyed a hot dog with ketchup and mustard while cheering on my favorite team.

Hot dog

Bread

Bread is a type of food made from flour, water, and yeast that is baked in an oven.

  • Example: I love to eat fresh bread with butter for breakfast.

Bread

Pizza

Pizza is a popular Italian dish made with a base of dough, tomato sauce, cheese, and various toppings.

  • Example: We ordered a pepperoni pizza for dinner last night.

Pizza

Steak

Steak is a meat dish that is typically cut from beef and cooked by grilling or frying.

  • Example: I ordered a medium-rare steak at the restaurant and it was delicious.

Steak

Roast chicken

Roast chicken is a dish made by roasting a whole chicken in an oven or on a rotisserie until it is golden brown and fully cooked.

  • Example: My mom made a delicious roast chicken for dinner last night with mashed potatoes and green beans.

Roast chicken

Fish

Fish is a type of seafood that is found in bodies of water all around the world. It can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as grilling, frying, or baking.

  • Example: The fish in this lake are so big and tasty.

Fish

Seafood

Seafood is a type of food that comes from the sea, including fish, shrimp, crab, lobster, and other shellfish.

  • Example: I love to order seafood platters when I go out to eat because I enjoy trying different types of seafood.

 

Seafood

Ham

Ham is a type of cured meat that comes from the hind leg of a pig. It can be eaten cooked or uncooked, and is often sliced thinly for sandwiches or used as a pizza topping.

  • Example: I made ham and cheese sandwiches for lunch today with leftover ham from Easter dinner.

Ham

Kebab

A kebab is a dish made by grilling or roasting small pieces of meat, vegetables, or both on a skewer.

  • Example: We ordered chicken kebabs with rice and salad for dinner at the Mediterranean restaurant.

 

Kebab

Bacon

Bacon is a type of salt-cured pork that is typically sliced thin and fried until crispy. It is a popular breakfast food and can also be used as a topping for burgers, salads, and other dishes.

  • Example: I love the smell of bacon cooking in the morning, and I always make sure to have some with my eggs and toast.

Bacon

Sour cream

Sour cream is a dairy product that is made by fermenting regular cream with lactic acid bacteria. It has a tangy flavor and is often used as a topping or ingredient in dishes such as baked potatoes, tacos, and dips.

  • Example: I like to add a dollop of sour cream to my chili to help balance out the spiciness.

Sour cream

Different Food Names

Cute Food Names

  1. Cupcake
  2. Marshmallow
  3. Gummy bear
  4. Sugarplum
  5. Jellybean
  6. Lollipop
  7. Cinnamon roll
  8. Choco-chip cookie
  9. Macaron
  10. Sweetpea
  11. Rainbow sorbet
  12. Tutti frutti
  13. Peanut butter cup
  14. Butterscotch
  15. Gingerbread
  16. Blueberry muffin
  17. Honeycomb
  18. Caramel swirl
  19. Cherry pie
  20. Fruit salad

Fun Food Names

  1. Sizzle and Spice Chicken Wings
  2. Rainbow Razzle Dazzle Fruit Salad
  3. Tickle Me Pink Punch
  4. Wiggle Fries
  5. Munchy Moo Burgers
  6. Chirpy Chicken Tenders
  7. Hoppy Easter Eggs
  8. Giggly Grapefruit Sorbet
  9. Snappy Snap Peas
  10. Sassy Sausages
  11. Cheesy Smiles Mac and Cheese
  12. Bouncing Beef Sliders
  13. Crunchy Cheddar Crackers
  14. Blushing Blueberry Smoothie
  15. Jiggly Jello Shots
  16. Fizzy Pop Popcorn
  17. Wacky Watermelon Slices
  18. Spunky Spinach Salad
  19. Jumping Jelly Doughnuts
  20. Sparkle Spritzer

Healthy Food Names

  1. Sweet Potato Fries
  2. Brown Rice Bowl
  3. Grilled Salmon
  4. Steamed Broccoli
  5. Quinoa Salad
  6. Mixed Berry Smoothie
  7. Turkey and Vegetable Stir-fry
  8. Avocado Toast
  9. Chicken Breast
  10. Kale Caesar Salad
  11. Chickpea Curry
  12. Baked Sweet Potato
  13. Grilled Vegetable Skewers
  14. Lentil Soup
  15. Greek Yogurt Parfait
  16. Zucchini Noodles
  17. Turkey Club Sandwich
  18. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken
  19. Turkey Burger
  20. Strawberry and Almond Salad

Snack Food Names

  1. Nachos
  2. Crackers
  3. Chips
  4. Popcorn
  5. Pretzels
  6. Granola Bars
  7. Fruit Snacks
  8. Cheese Puffs
  9. Peanuts
  10. Trail Mix
  11. Rice Cakes
  12. Turkey Jerky
  13. Sesame Sticks
  14. Energy Bars
  15. Dried Fruit
  16. Yogurt-covered Raisins
  17. Roasted almonds
  18. Vegetable Chips
  19. Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
  20. Rice Crackers

Gourmet Food Names

  1. Escargots à la Bourguignonne
  2. Veal Osso Buco
  3. Foie Gras Terrine
  4. Truffle Risotto
  5. Lobster Bisque
  6. Seafood Paella
  7. Duck Confit
  8. Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction
  9. Rack of Lamb with Rosemary and Garlic
  10. Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce
  11. Boudin Blanc with Mostarda
  12. Coquilles St. Jacques with Chardonnay Sauce
  13. Wild Mushroom and Truffle Risotto
  14. Bouillabaisse with Rouille
  15. Rack of Venison with Juniper Berry Sauce
  16. Rack of Pork with Calvados Sauce
  17. Grilled Quail with Port Wine Glaze
  18. Beef Wellington with Red Wine Sauce
  19. Black Truffle Pizza
  20. Oysters Rockefeller