Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
- skyscraper /SKAHY-skrey-per/
- come through /KUHM-THROO/
- consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/
- innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/
- anticipate /an-TIS-uh-peyt/
[noun] – a very tall modern building, usually in a city
The restaurant is at the top of one of the skyscrapers.
[phrasal verb] – become apparent or noticeable through actions or performance.
His nervousness comes through when he speaks.
[adjective] – always behaving or happening in a similar, especially positive, way
There has been a consistent improvement in her attitude.
[adjective] – using new methods or ideas
She was an innovative manager.
[verb] – to imagine or expect that something will happen
We don’t anticipate any trouble.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
From its buildings to its food, Dubai is full of amazing things. It has the world’s tallest skyscraper and the world’s deepest pool. In line with that, a number of restaurants in the city have been given Michelin stars. This is the first time this has happened in the Middle East.
A Michelin Star is given to food places with great meals. They look at the quality of the ingredients, how well the flavors go together, how well the chef knows how to cook, how the chef’s personality comes through in the food, and, just as important, how consistent the food is over time and across the whole menu. Last June 21, the Michelin Guide Dubai 2022 came out. It lists 69 restaurants. Eleven food locations got Michelin stars, and 44 more were “selected by Michelin.” The guide covers 21 different types of snacks to show how different the meals are in a place where most people are from other countries. One Michelin star was given to nine restaurants, including the Japanese restaurant Hoseki, which only has nine seats, the innovative Chinese restaurant Hakkasan, and the Portuguese restaurant Tasca.
This is great news for the big town of Dubai. It is well-known not only for its beautiful places but also for its delicious food spots. People need to anticipate visiting the Middle Eastern location soon.
A Michelin Star is given to food places with great meals. They look at the quality of the ingredients, how well the flavors go together, how well the chef knows how to cook, how the chef’s personality comes through in the food, and, just as important, how consistent the food is over time and across the whole menu. Last June 21, the Michelin Guide Dubai 2022 came out. It lists 69 restaurants. Eleven food locations got Michelin stars, and 44 more were “selected by Michelin.” The guide covers 21 different types of snacks to show how different the meals are in a place where most people are from other countries. One Michelin star was given to nine restaurants, including the Japanese restaurant Hoseki, which only has nine seats, the innovative Chinese restaurant Hakkasan, and the Portuguese restaurant Tasca.
This is great news for the big town of Dubai. It is well-known not only for its beautiful places but also for its delicious food spots. People need to anticipate visiting the Middle Eastern location soon.
Discussion Questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you cooked before? If yes, what are the foods you cooked? If not, what will you do to learn to cook?
- How can you describe the taste of your favorite food?
- If you are a chef, what will you do for your restaurant to be given a Michelin star?
- Do you think Michelin stars are necessary for a restaurant?
- How will you explain to people the good things about a restaurant having a Michelin star?
Summarization
Please summarize the whole article using your own words and expressions. You will have one minute to prepare before you answer.
Describe:
Please explain the definition of each word listed below based on your understanding. You can provide example sentences if needed.
- delicious
- eastern
- ingredients
- location
- quality