Listening and Speaking A1: Talking About Favorite Foods

Food is a universal topic that brings people together. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to talk about your favorite foods, explore delicious vocabulary, and practice dialogues about meals and preferences. Let’s dive in!

🔑 Essential Vocabulary for Talking About Food

Let’s explore an extended list of food-related words and phrases.
Listen and repeat aloud to improve your pronunciation! 🗣️

🥗 Food Categories:

  • 🍞 Bread
  • 🥩 Meat (chicken, beef, pork)
  • 🐟 Fish/Seafood
  • 🥦 Vegetables (carrot, broccoli, spinach)
  • 🍎 Fruits (apple, banana, orange)
  • 🍝 Pasta
  • 🍕 Pizza
  • 🍚 Rice
  • 🍟 French fries
  • 🍔 Burgers
  • 🌮 Tacos
  • 🍳 Eggs
  • 🌭 Hot dogs

🍹 Beverages:

  • ☕ Coffee
  • 🍵 Tea
  • 🥤 Soda/Soft drinks
  • 💧 Water (still/sparkling)
  • 🧃 Juice (orange, apple, cranberry)
  • 🥛 Milk
  • 🍹 Smoothie

🍰 Desserts:

  • 🍦 Ice cream
  • 🍰 Cake
  • 🍪 Cookies
  • 🍮 Pudding
  • 🥧 Pie
  • 🍩 Donuts
  • 🧁 Cupcakes
  • 🍫 Chocolate

🛠️ Key Phrases:

  • 📋 “Can I see the menu, please?”
  • 🍴 “I’d like to order…”
  • 🍴 “Can I have…?”
  • 💧 “Still or sparkling water?”
  • ⏳ “How long will it take?”
  • 💵 “Can I get the bill, please?”
  • 🍛 “What’s the special of the day?”
  • 📦 “Can I have this to-go, please?”
  • 🔄 “Can I substitute this for that?”
  • 🍽️ “Do you have any vegetarian/vegan options?”
  • ⚠️ “I’m allergic to… Can you make sure it’s not in the dish?”

🎧 Real-Life Dialogues: Talking About Favorite Foods

Here are some sample conversations to help you talk about your favorite foods. Practice both roles for better fluency! 🌟

🗣️ Dialogue 1: Casual Talk About Favorites

 

Anna: What’s your favorite food? 😊
Mike: I love pizza. What about you? 🍕
Anna: I’m a big fan of sushi. 🍣
Mike: Sushi is great too! Do you have a favorite restaurant? 🤔

🗣️ Dialogue 2: Talking About Desserts

 

Emily: Do you like desserts? 🍰
John: Yes, I love ice cream, especially chocolate flavor. 🍫
Emily: Me too! I also enjoy cakes and cookies. 🍪

🗣️ Dialogue 3: Exploring New Cuisines

 

Tom: Have you tried Italian food? 🍝
Sara: Yes, I love pasta. My favorite is lasagna. 😊
Tom: Same here! Have you tried any new cuisines recently? 🌍
Sara: I had Thai food last week. It was amazing! 🍛

🗣️ Dialogue 4: Sharing Food Preferences

 

Liam: Do you like spicy food? 🌶️
Olivia: Not really. I prefer sweet dishes. 🍭
Liam: I love spicy food! Have you tried Indian curries? 🍛

🗣️ Dialogue 5: Discussing Healthy Eating

 

Emma: Do you eat healthy food? 🥗
Jack: Yes, I try to eat a lot of vegetables and fruits. 🍎
Emma: That’s great! I love salads and smoothies. 🍹

🗣️ Dialogue 6: Talking About Breakfast

 

Sophia: What do you usually have for breakfast? 🍳
David: I usually have eggs and toast. What about you? 🥚
Sophia: I like pancakes with fruit. 🍓

🗣️ Dialogue 7: Favorite Drinks

 

Ryan: What’s your favorite drink? 🥤
Lucy: I love iced tea. What about you? 🍹
Ryan: I prefer coffee, especially cappuccino. ☕

🗣️ Dialogue 8: Eating Out

 

Ella: Do you like eating out? 🍴
Jake: Yes, I enjoy trying different restaurants. 😊
Ella: Same here! What’s your favorite place? 🏨

🗣️ Dialogue 9: Cooking at Home

 

Isabella: Do you cook at home? 🍳
Olivia: Yes, I love cooking pasta dishes. What about you? 🍝
Isabella: I enjoy baking cakes and cookies. 🍪

🗣️ Dialogue 10: Food Memories

 

Mia: What’s the best meal you’ve ever had? 🍽️
Lucas: A seafood platter I had by the beach. What about you? 🦞
Mia: A home-cooked meal my grandmother made. 😊