Vocabulary - Food

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Learning English - Food

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Food - Exercise


Write the correct word under each picture.
          
                                        
 A  of peas.                         of orange juice.  
                
                                     A  of cornflakes.
                       

   A  of coffee.                         of chocolate.     


      
                                                A  of bread.
            

 of water.                        of chocolates.            

                                        A  of ham.
                                                                                          
                A  oil.                          A  of crisps.                     




                                  A  of   jam.
                                                       
                            A  of sugar.    



                   


        

              A  of mayonnaise.

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Ordering Food in a Restaurant

Read this dialogue

Waiter: Hello, Can I help you?
Kim: Yes, I'd like to have some lunch.
Waiter: Would you like a starter?
Kim: Yes, I'd like a bowl of chicken soup, please.
Waiter: And what would you like for a main course?
Kim: I'd like a grilled cheese sandwich.
Waiter: Would you like anything to drink?
Kim: Yes, I'd like a glass of Coke, please.

Later...

Waiter: Would you like dessert?
Kim: Hmmm, I guess I'll have some cheesecake. And a cup of coffee, please. 
Waiter: OK. I'll be right back.

After the dessert...

Waiter: Can I bring you anything else?
Kim: No thank you. Just the bill.
Waiter: Certainly.
Kim: How much is the lunch?
Waiter: That's $6.75.
Kim: Here you are. Thank you very much.
Waiter: You're welcome. Have a good day.
Kim: Thank you, the same to you.

Use this menu to practice ordering food in a restaurant.

Joe's Restaurant

Starters
Chicken Soup $2.50
Salad $3.25

Sandwiches - Main Course
Ham and cheese $3.50
Tuna $3.00
Vegetarian $4.00
Grilled Cheese $2.50
Piece of Pizza $2.50
Cheeseburger $4.50
Hamburger deluxe $5.00
Spaghetti $5.50

Drinks
Coffee $1.25
Tea $1.25
Soft Drinks - Coke, Sprite,  etc. $1.75

Dessert
Chocolate mousse - $3,50
Apple pie - $2,75
Ice cream - $3,00
Cheesecake - $4,00

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Food - by Mr. Duncan

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Pérola do dia: Onde será que ele estava? :D

- "Seu aluno X não vem" - diz minha chefe. 
- OK. Vou ligar pra ele porque preciso falar com ele sobre um outro assunto...

- Trimmm, trimmm, trimmm
- secretária eletrônica
OK, penso... depois mando um email pra ele.

Dali a pouco recebo uma mensagem de texto do fulano 

"Quem é? To no inglês"

Hahahahahaha to rindo até agora!!!

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Dar Sinal de Vida


"Look what the cat dragged in" - uma pessoa que estava meio sumida e reaparece assim do nada

ex: All the better for me, now that the cat dragged in this nice surprise, your ever so caring brother. He'll definitely show up. I must thank you for being such good bait.

Melhor ainda pra mim! Agora que seu, sempre querido, irmão resolveu dar sinal de vida, ele, definitivamente, vai aparecer. Eu tenho que te agradecer por ser uma isca tão boa.

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At a Hotel


At some time or another you may find yourself at an English speaking hotel. Whether at an economy hotel or a 5 star resort, you will encounter the same kinds of expressions, be asked the same kinds of questions, and respond to these questions in the same way. Look at these common expressions.
 
English Expressions

Expression
Response
Do you have a reservation?   
Yes, the name is Smothers, Jamie.
How long will you be staying?
I’ll be checking out on Friday.
Do you prefer a smoking or non -smoking room?
Non-smoking, please.
How many guests are in your party
Two, my wife and I.
Will you be paying by cash or credit card?
Credit card, if you accept Visa.
Did you have anything from the mini- bar?
Yes, I had one soda and an orange juice.
Fill out this registration form please
Do you need to see my driver’s license or
  passport?
I would like to leave a wake up call for 7:30.
Certainly sir, what’s your name and room
  number?

English Dialogue

Students should work together in pairs and read the following dialogue, one student reading one part, the other student reading the other. Note the expressions used in the dialogue and the progression of the conversation. The dialogue can be used as a model to have similar conversations.


Checking In

Clerk: Welcome to the Sheraton. May I help you?
Guest: I’d like to check in. I have a reservation.
Clerk: What’s your name, please?
Guest: Phillip Marlow.
Clerk: Yes Mr. Marlow. You requested a single room for three nights, is that correct?
Guest: Yes, could I have a room on the upper floors, away from the ice machine?
Clerk: No problem. Do you prefer a smoking or non-smoking floor?
Guest: Non-smoking please.
Clerk: Could you fill out the registration form, please. Thank you. And will you be paying by cash or creditcard?
Guest: Cash, if you accept American dollars.
Clerk: Of course, sir. If you require local currencies we can also exchange money for you.
Guest: That’s great, I do need some cash.
Clerk: Your room number is 1109. Here’s your key. Enjoy your stay at the Sheraton. If you require anything
            further, feel free to call the front desk. Would you like assistance with your bags?
Guest: No thanks, I only have one. I can manage. 
                                                            
Room service

Room Service: Room service, may I help you?
Guest: Yes, this is Mr. Marlow in room 1109. Could you send up a tuna fish sandwich and a bag of potato
             chips?
Room Service: Certainly sir, that will be about ten minutes.
Guest: Thank you.


Wake up call

Front desk: Front desk, may I help you?
Guest: This is Mr. Marlow in room 1109. I would like to leave a wake up call for 7:00 AM.
Front desk: Certainly sir.
Guest: Thanks.

[House Keeping



House keeping: House keeping, may I help you?
Guest: This is Mr. Marlow in room 1109. Could I get a couple of more towels and another blanket?
House keeping: Yes sir, we will get them to you right away.
Guest: Thank you.

After reading, close your book and tell your partner a summary of the dialogue. Then switch and have your partner tell his or her summary. Start like this: These dialogues are about a guest at a hotel. The guests are...This may seem silly, since you both already know what the dialogue is about, but the purpose is to practice using your English, not to give information or test your reading skills.

Conversation Activities


1. Pair work- discussion
     When was the last time you stayed at a hotel? Tell your partner about it using some of the ideas fordiscussion
     below. Your partner should ask questions to get more information.
  • when were you there
  • what hotel did you stay at
  • where was the hotel
  • what kind of hotel was it (economy, 5 star, etc)
  • how long did you stay
  • did you like the hotel- why or why not
2. Pair work- Role Play
       The situation: At a hotel
        Working with a partner, role play the situation, using the information below
     The roles: guest, hotel employee                                                                                        

 A. Making reservation
The clerk should get the following information:

The guest should ask about the following:
● name
● price
● kind of room
● services available     
● number of beds required
● whether shuttle bus is  available to/from
    airport
● credit card number

● length of stay 

● number of guests

● date of arrival


B. Checking-inwith reservation                                                             
The clerk should:        


The guest should:   

● have guest complete the registration form  
● ask about check out time   
 ask if guest needs assistance with luggage
● request non-smoking floor  
● get credit card or cash   
● request room with view of pool
● give key to guest  


C. Room service- ordering meals
The clerk should:   

The guest should:
● ask name and room number
● place the order            
 ask what the order is

●  ask when to deliver  

● say thank you


D. Wake up call
The guest should:  

  The clerk should:
● call to leave a wake up call 
● say hello 
● give name and room number    
● ask the time of the wake up call

E. Check out
The guest should:    

The clerk should:
● inform the clerk you want to check out       
● inform guest of additional charges for room
  service- mini-bar, etc. 
● give the clerk the key    
● get final payment

● get the key from the guest


● ask guest if he needs any help with his
    luggage

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At the Airport


Traveling by air can be a lot of fun. It can also be very confusing dealing with travel agents and airline personnel. If traveling to a foreign country, a traveler has to interact with customs and immigration officials. There are several common expressions that are used when dealing with airlines, travel agencies and customs. Look at the examples below. 
 
English Expressions

Questions

 
Response

Would you like economy or first class tickets?

 
Economy class.
When would you like to depart?

 
On Friday the 14th of next month.

Will that be round trip or one way?


Round trip please.

Do you have any luggage to check in?

 
I have two suitcases and a travel on bag.

May I have your ticket please?

 
Here you go.

Do you have anything to declare?
 
No, I don't

English Dialogue



Students should work together in pairs and read the following dialogue, one student reading one part, the other student reading the other. Note the expressions used in the dialogue and the progression of the conversation. The dialogue can be used as a model to have similar conversations.
 
At a travel agency
 
Agent: May I help you?
Nancy: Yes, I need a ticket to Paris.
Agent: One way or round trip?
Nancy: Round trip.
Agent: When will you be leaving?
Nancy: Next month, the 2nd. I prefer a morning flight.
Agent: Do you want any particular airline?
Nancy: No, but I do want to go business class and have a direct flight.
Agent: When will you be returning?
Nancy: I want to return on the 15th of next month.
Agent: Let me check the computer. Yes, there is a flight available on Blue Skies Air Ways. The tickets will cost
            $1645.
Nancy: Sounds good, book it.
Agent: Thank you. You can pick up your tickets at this office on the 28th.
Nancy: Thanks.
 
At the airport check-in

Nancy: Hello
Agent: Hello. May I have your ticket and passport?
Nancy: Yes, here they are.
Agent: How many pieces of luggage will you be checking in?
Nancy: Just one, I also have one carry on bag.
Agent: Your luggage is two kilos over the limit. You will have to pay an extra charge of $100.
Nancy: No problem. Is cash OK?
Agent: Certainly.
Nancy: Here you go.
Agent: Thank you, have a nice flight.
Nancy: Thanks.
 

At Customs


Agent: Welcome to Paris. Do you have anything to declare?
Nancy: No.
Agent: Could you open your bag please?
Nancy: Sure, is everything OK?
Agent: Yes ma’am, enjoy you stay in Paris.
Nancy: Thanks.

After reading, close your book and tell your partner a summary of the dialogue. Then switch and have your partner tell his or her summary. Start like this: These dialogues are about people traveling. At the travel agency Nancy...This may seem silly, since you both already know what the dialogue is about, but the purpose is to practice using your English, not to give information or test your reading skills.

Conversation Activities


 
1. Pair Work- discussion

      Have you ever flown on a plane? Tell your partner about it using some of the ideas
     for discussion below. Your partner should ask questions to get more information.
  • when and where you went  
  • how long the flight took
  • the quality of the service from the flight attendants
  • how the flight was: (smooth or turbulent, relaxing or nerve-wracking)
  • did you enjoy it
  • do you like to fly
 2. Pair work- role play

     The situation: At a travel agency asking for information for a flight. Working with a partner, role play the situation, using the information                          below

     The roles: A travel agent, a customer
 
Destination: Seoul  
Destination: San Francisco
Airline: Blue Skies Skies     
Airline: World Wide Airlines
Departure time: Saturday 1:30 AM 
Departure time: Saturday 9:00 am
Flight length: 16 hours 
Flight length: 12 hours
Layover: San FranciscoTokyo
Layover: Direct flight
Price: Coach- $950     
           Business class- $1650
           First class- $1900  P
Price: Coach- $1050 
           Business class- $1650
           First class- $2000
Preferred seating 
     Aisle     Window
Preferred seating  
     Aisle     Window


Destination: Chicago  
Destination: Moscow
Airline: National Airways        
Airline:  Great Northern Airline
Departure time: Sunday 8:30 am  
Departure time: Sunday 1:45 pm
Flight length: 24 hours                  
Flight length: 18 hours    
Layover: London, New York
Layover: Paris
Price: Coach- $1150  
           Business class- $1550
           First class- $2400 
Price: Coach- $1250   
           Business class- $1450 
           First class- $2500 
Preferred seating  
      Aisle     Window
Preferred seating 
     Aisle     Window

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