Sample Answer
Can you find food from many different countries where you live?
Yes, definitely. I live in a big city, so there are plenty of international restaurants. You can find almost anything here, ranging from Asian dishes like Japanese ramen and Thai curry to Western cuisine such as Italian pizza and French pastries. It’s convenient because people enjoy trying new flavours.
- cuisine = a style of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.
- flavours = the distinctive tastes of food or drink.
How often do you eat typical food from other countries?
Quite often, actually. I’m a big fan of Japanese food — especially sushi — I could honestly eat it every day. It’s not only delicious but also quite healthy, so it’s an easy choice when I don’t want anything too heavy.
- a big fan of = someone who really likes or admires something.
Have you ever tried making food from another country?
Yes. I’ve tried making sushi at home. It was fun to prepare, but, to be honest, it didn’t taste as good as the sushi you get in restaurants. I think professional chefs have techniques that bring out the flavours much better.
- professional chefs = trained cooks who prepare food skillfully as their profession.
What food from your country would you recommend to people from other countries?
Since I’m from London, I’d recommend some traditional British dishes. For example, fish and chips is a must-try—simple yet iconic. I’d also suggest a full English breakfast—it’s hearty and gives you a real taste of British culture. And for something sweet, afternoon tea with scones is a lovely experience that many visitors enjoy.
- fish and chips = a traditional British dish consisting of fried fish and fried potatoes.
- hearty = large, satisfying, and nourishing (usually describing food).
- scones = small, lightly sweet baked goods, often eaten with cream and jam, commonly served with afternoon tea in Britain.
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Other useful vocabulary
Types of Food
- cuisine = style of cooking (e.g., Italian cuisine, Vietnamese cuisine)
- dish = a prepared meal (e.g., a traditional dish)
- course = part of a meal (starter, main course, dessert)
- street food = food sold at stalls/markets
- fast food = food prepared quickly, usually unhealthy
Taste & Flavour
- savory = salty or spicy, not sweet
- sweet tooth = love for sugary food
- spicy = hot taste, with chili/pepper
- bland = lacking strong flavour
- mouth-watering = so tasty it makes you salivate
Cooking & Preparation
- ingredients = the items used to make a dish
- seasoning = salt, pepper, spices to add flavour
- recipe = instructions for preparing a dish
- homemade = cooked at home, not bought
- gourmet = high-quality, fancy food
Eating Habits
- balanced diet = eating a variety of healthy foods
- junk food = unhealthy, processed food
- vegetarian / vegan = diets without meat (vegan = no animal products at all)
- snack = small amount of food between meals
- comfort food = food that makes you feel good (often nostalgic)
Restaurants & Dining
- fine dining = expensive, high-quality restaurants
- buffet = self-service meal with many choices
- takeaway (UK) / takeout (US) = food ordered to eat elsewhere
- waiter / waitress = person serving food
- reservation = booking a table in advance
