Italian food historian sparks carbonara recipe debate

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Pre-reading questions:

I will read each question. Then, please answer them.

講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。

Do you like carbonara?
Have you ever cooked carbonara?

Vocabulary:

I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.

単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。

argument /AHR-gyuh-muhnt/

[noun] – a disagreement, or the process of disagreeing
The siblings had an argument over who should clean the kitchen, leading to raised voices and frustration.

expert /EK-spurt/

[noun] – a person with a high level of knowledge or skill relating to a particular subject or activity
The computer expert swiftly resolved the technical issue, showcasing extensive knowledge in troubleshooting.

original /uh-RIJ-uh-nl/

[adjective] – existing since the beginning, or being the earliest form of something
The museum displayed an original manuscript dating back to the 15th century, showcasing its historical significance.

traditional /truh-DISH-uh-nl/

[adjective] – following or belonging to the customs or ways of behaving that have continued in a group of people or society for a long time without changing
During the holiday season, she prepared a traditional family recipe that had been passed down for generations.

bacon /BEY-kuhn/

[noun] – meat from the back or sides of a pig, often eaten fried in thin slices
The sizzling aroma of bacon cooking in the morning tempted everyone out of bed.

Article reading:

Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。

In Italy, food is a big deal and is very important to the country’s identity. A big argument has started about how to make carbonara pasta sauce. This disagreement has caused a lot of debate among experts and regular people.

Luca Cesari, a respected food expert from Bologna, faced criticism online for sharing an original carbonara recipe on Instagram that differed from the traditional one. Instead of using Italian pecorino cheese and cured pork cheek, Cesari used Swiss gruyere cheese, garlic, bacon, and scrambled eggs. He aimed to show how the recipe has changed over nearly 70 years, referencing the 1954 carbonara recipe from ‘Cucina Italiana’ magazine. Despite criticism labeled “gastronationalism,” Cesari, supported by historian Alberto Grandi, plans to create more cooking videos exploring controversial food changes, including a Neapolitan pizza with clams from the 1800s.

True or False:

Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.

文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。

Luca Cesari received overwhelming support and praise online for sharing an unconventional carbonara recipe that challenged tradition.
The traditional carbonara recipe predominantly includes Swiss gruyere cheese, garlic, bacon, and scrambled eggs, with Italian pecorino cheese and cured pork cheek being considered non-traditional ingredients.
The debate over the carbonara recipe sparked no criticism and had no impact on social media platforms or among culinary experts.
Historian Alberto Grandi did not support Luca Cesari’s exploration of unconventional food changes and did not plan to create cooking videos showcasing historical recipes.
Cesari aimed to highlight the historical evolution of the carbonara recipe over nearly seven decades, referencing a 1954 carbonara recipe from the ‘Cucina Italiana’ magazine.

Fill in the blanks:

Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.

適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。

argument

expert

original

traditional

bacon

As a gardening __________, she offered valuable advice on plant care and landscaping techniques.
She wore an __________ dress design created specifically for the fashion show, highlighting her unique style.
The town celebrated with __________ music and dance, preserving cultural customs that date back centuries.
She added crispy __________ to her salad for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
The __________ between the neighbors arose from differing opinions about property boundaries.