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The goal of the article was an attempt to illustrate vocabulary register connected to cooking or food as the elements of linguistic creation of the world in the novel by Józef Korzeniowski. The scrutiny of the text allows to notice that one of the most important components of linguistic creation of noblemen and their pastimes is the vocabulary related to food and eating habits. It adds an extra dose of realism, creates the illusion of reality and reflects the habits of both: the poor and the rich people of villages and towns exposing their hospitality. The analysed material includes the terms for food items, ingredients, and products as well as the names of dishes or beverages.