Vocabulary
- Raw
- Unique
- Beef
- Liver
- Luxury
Article
France is famous for its delicious food. If you visit France or a French restaurant, you might want to try some special dishes. Here are three unique French foods: tartare (‘tar-tar’), escargot (‘eh-skar-go’), and foie gras ‘fwaa graa’).
Tartare is a dish made with raw meat or fish. The most common type is beef tartare. The meat is finely chopped and mixed with spices, onions, and sometimes egg. People eat it with bread. It is fresh and very tasty. It might be a little surprise for some who are not used to eating raw meat!
Escargot is another famous French food. It is made from snails! Many people think it is strange, but escargot is very delicious. The snails are cooked with garlic, butter, and parsley. They are usually served in their shells. Some people eat escargot at special dinners or in fancy restaurants. The texture is soft, and the garlic butter gives it a wonderful taste.
Next is foie gras. This dish is made from duck or goose liver. It is very rich and creamy. Foie gras can be served cold as a pâté (‘pah-tay’) or warm on toast. It is often enjoyed with fruit jam or sweet wine. Foie gras is a luxury food and is a treat for many people.
French food is full of flavors and traditions. If you try tartare, escargot, or foie gras, you will experience some of the best of French cuisine. Each dish has its unique taste and history. Don’t be afraid to try new things when you eat French food! Bon appétit (‘bown ah-puh-tee’)!
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Speaking
- What do you think of these French foods?
- Have you ever visited France?
- Do you enjoy visiting restaurants with foreign cuisines?
- What foods have you tried and disliked?
- What countries have the healthiest foods, in your opinion?
Writing
- How important is food when you are planning a trip to a new country?
Listening
- Describe what happened in this video. What would you do if someone gave you this food?
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