One lunchtime, I was standing behind two women – a German and her English visitor – in the canteen queue. I heard the German say: “Oh, you’re a vegetarian.” She studied the menu for the day and then said: “You could have rice and green bones.” The English woman looked absolutely horrified: “Oh no, I don’t think so. I’ll just have a salad.”
Do you sometimes eat with foreign guests? To help you explain the dishes on offer, talk about local specialities and make recommendations, I’ve compiled a sheet with food-related vocabulary.
Enjoy your meal!
Nicola Bartlett
I’ve been an English trainer for over 25 years, helping adults to get their message across in English – clearly and appropriately. Successful communication in English requires more than just a good knowledge of the language. An understanding of different mentalities and a feeling for the best approach are vital, too. » more 
