In this topic, students will learn to talk about food preferences and explain their choices. They will practice using present and past tenses, future plans with “will” and “going to,” and modal verbs like “would,” “can,” and “should.” Students will also learn how to describe food, express opinions, and ask and answer questions about trying new dishes.
For example:
I would like to try sushi because it looks fresh.
She doesn’t want to eat spicy food.
Students will build vocabulary related to taste, ingredients, and personal likes or dislikes.
GRAMMAR
Present Simple:
I like sweet food.
He doesn’t eat fish.
Present Continuous:
We are trying new dishes.
She is cooking something spicy.
Past Simple:
I tried sushi last year.
They didn’t enjoy the meal.
Future with "Will" and "Going to":
I will try that dish tomorrow.
We are going to eat out tonight.
Modal Verbs (would, can, should):
Would you like to try this?
You can ask for a sample.
You should taste it before you decide.
Comparatives and Superlatives:
This dish is spicier than that one.
That is the most delicious dessert!
VOCABULARY
Taste – The flavor of food (sweet, salty, etc.).
Try – To sample something for the first time.
Dish – A prepared type of food.
Spicy – Food that has a hot flavor.
Sweet – Food with a lot of sugar.
Bitter – A sharp, sometimes unpleasant taste.
Salty – Tasting of salt.
Fresh – Recently made or picked.
Delicious – Very tasty.
Strange – Unusual or different.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
Would you like to try this?
I think it looks tasty.
It might be too spicy for me.
This food smells delicious.
No, thank you. I don’t eat that.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I would like to try that dish.
She loves new flavors.
They are going to eat something new today.
Negative:
I don’t want to try it.
He didn’t like the texture.
We aren’t going to eat that.
Questions:
Would you like to try this food?
Do you eat spicy dishes?
Did you try the dessert?
Answers:
Yes, I’d love to!
No, it’s too spicy for me.
Yes, I tried it last week.
CONVERSATION
Maya: Hey Lucas, would you like to try this soup?
Lucas: Hmm, what is it made with?
Maya: It has coconut milk, chicken, and spicy herbs.
Lucas: It smells good, but is it very spicy?
Maya: A little bit. You can add less spice if you want.
Lucas: Okay, I’ll try a small spoon.
Maya: Great! I think you’ll like it.
Lucas: Wow, it’s delicious! Thanks for sharing.
LONG READING
Many people enjoy trying new types of food. It’s a fun way to learn about different cultures and ingredients. Some foods may look strange at first, but they can be very tasty. For example, durian is a fruit from Southeast Asia. It has a strong smell, but many people say it tastes sweet and creamy.
Last summer, Sofia went to Thailand. She was nervous about trying new dishes, but she decided to be brave. She tasted tom yum soup, sticky rice with mango, and even insects! At first, she didn’t like the idea, but she was surprised that the food was delicious.
This year, she is going to visit Mexico. She says, “I will try tacos, mole, and everything I can! I believe food is a great way to understand a country.”
Questions and Answers:
Why do people try new food? – To learn about cultures and ingredients.
What is durian? – A fruit with a strong smell.
Where did Sofia go last summer? – Thailand.
What did she try? – Soup, rice with mango, and insects.
Where is she going next? – Mexico.
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