Culinary Vocabulary and Concepts (Advanced)

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Phrases to describe types of meals

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Comfort food, soul food, quick meal, celebratory feast, festive meal, home-cooked meal, leftovers.

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Words to describe Ingredients & Flavors

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Umami, savory, tangy, zesty, bittersweet, herby, peppery, smoky.

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Words to describe textures

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Creamy, crunchy, crispy, tender, chewy, velvety, flaky.

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Accompaniments in a meal

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Side dish, garnish, sauce, condiment, relish, dressing.

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English names of some of Vietnam's Iconic Dishes

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Phở (noodle soup), Bún chả (grilled pork with vermicelli), Bánh mì (Vietnamese sandwich), Gỏi cuốn (spring rolls), Cà phê sữa đá (iced coffee with condensed milk), Chả giò (fried spring rolls), Cơm tấm (broken rice).

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Cultural Elements in food

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Culinary heritage, food traditions, regional specialties, family recipes, communal dining, hospitality, rituals.

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Social Aspects of food

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Food festivals, street food culture, celebrations, food tourism.

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Cultural Influences of food

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Fusion cuisine, globalization, colonial influences, preservation of traditions.

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Unique collocations to describe your feelings with your favourite food

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Perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, bursting with flavor, packed with nutrients.

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What are commonly-used ingredients in Vietnamese food?

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Rice noodles, broth, fish sauce (nước mắm), fresh herbs (coriander, mint, basil), pickled vegetables, lemongrass, chili paste.