Talking About a Meal- Dinner

What is the main meal of the day?

• lunch

• snack

• dinner

• breakfast

What is the term for the evening meal?

• breakfast

• lunch

• supper

• dinner

What are some common dishes served during dinner?

• hamburger, rice, lasagna

• sushi, tacos, curry

• pizza, soup, salad

• pasta, steak, chicken, fish, vegetables

What is the purpose of dinner?

• To enjoy a variety of flavors and textures.

• To provide nourishment and satisfy hunger.

• To socialize and connect with others.

• To pass the time and alleviate boredom.

What are some typical dinner time customs in different cultures?

• Some typical dinner time customs in different cultures include: eating with forks in European cultures, having a siesta after dinner in some Latin American countries, and eating with chopsticks in certain African and Middle Eastern cultures.

• Some typical dinner time customs in different cultures include: eating with hands in Asian cultures, having a nap before dinner in some Latin American countries, and eating with chopsticks in certain European and Middle Eastern cultures.

• Some typical dinner time customs in different cultures include: eating with chopsticks in Asian cultures, having a siesta before dinner in some Latin American countries, and eating with hands in certain African and Middle Eastern cultures.

• Some typical dinner time customs in different cultures include: eating with spoons in Asian cultures, having a siesta after dinner in some European countries, and eating with chopsticks in certain African and Latin American cultures.

What are some popular dinner recipes?

• lasagna, roasted chicken, shrimp scampi

• spaghetti and meatballs, chicken stir fry, beef stew, grilled salmon

What are some common dinner table etiquette?

• Using utensils properly, chewing with your mouth closed, not talking with food in your mouth, using polite language, and waiting for everyone to be served before starting to eat.

• Using utensils properly, chewing with your mouth open, talking with food in your mouth, using impolite language, and starting to eat before everyone is served.

• Using utensils improperly, chewing with your mouth open, talking with food in your mouth, using impolite language, and starting to eat before everyone is served.

• Eating with your hands, talking loudly, slurping soup, using offensive language, and starting to eat before everyone is served.

What are some healthy options for dinner?

• Grilled chicken with steamed vegetables, salmon with quinoa and roasted asparagus, and a salad with mixed greens, grilled shrimp, and avocado.

• Pizza with extra cheese and pepperoni

• Hamburger with a side of onion rings

• Fried chicken with french fries

What are some traditional dinner foods in your country?

• Take a cooking class, try new recipes, experiment with different ingredients

• Research popular dishes, ask locals, consult cookbooks and food blogs

• Visit a museum, watch a movie, go shopping

• Ask your friends, search online for recommendations, try local restaurants

What are some ways to make dinner more enjoyable?

• Trying new recipes, cooking with friends or family, setting a nice table, playing music, and creating a cozy atmosphere.

• Ordering takeout, eating in front of the TV, eating alone

• Cooking the same meal every night, eating in a messy environment, eating in a rush

• Not paying attention to presentation, eating in silence, not experimenting with flavors