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delicacies

noun

plural of delicacy

as in treats

something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury presented with a plate of national delicacies while they waited for the queen

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Recent Examples of delicacies Oyster Club's freshly shucked shellfish delicacies are just across the bridge from the inn. — Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026 Well, this means their diet also includes bulbs, seeds, roots, and leaves, delicacies that can all be found right in your garden. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 6 June 2026 The breakfast features local delicacies such as poppyseed cake, as well as meats, hot bites and even sparkling wine for those special occasions. — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 16 June 2026 The menu features Mediterranean delicacies, starting with mezze like hummus, muhammara (a walnut and red pepper dip) and whipped feta spreads. — Connie Ogle june 19, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026 Known for its white sandy beaches, farm shops selling local delicacies, and small fishing villages, Österlen is a great option for your Swedish summer trip. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 June 2026 Loco moco, malasada and lau lau may sound like alien planets in some Star Wars movie, but all three are Hawaiian delicacies that every visitor should sample at least once. — Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 Michael Kovac Along with his iconic spicy tuna crispy rice, Uechi had multiple staple delicacies that turned his restaurants into a must-stop spot for Angelenos, a-list celebrities and visitors alike. — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 27 June 2026 Widely considered Latin America’s culinary capital, this coastal metropolis is known for seafood delicacies like ceviche and causa Limeña, an elegant cold layered potato dish. — Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 8 June 2026

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treats

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Play soft music to drown out fireworks blasts and give your pet something to do, like putting treats inside an interactive toy, to keep them calm and happy.

— Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Citrus trends take center stage during summer, but there’s been a rise in berry-donning looks that are making a strong case for sticking to the teensy treats.

— Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 July 2026

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